Senior Director, Head of Transportation Infrastructure Group - Milan

Overview

Senior Director, Head of Transportation Infrastructure Group - Milan

Senior Director, Head of Transportation Infrastructure Group - Milan role at Fitch Group, an inclusive employer and member of myGwork – the LGBTQ+ business community. This Global Infrastructure and Project Finance Group (GIG) is seeking a Senior Director based in Milan, Madrid or London. Fitch Ratings is a leading credit ratings agency providing credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial markets. The role reports to the GIG EMEA & APAC head of infrastructure & project finance based in Singapore.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead and develop a dynamic team of analysts with varying levels of experience.
• A prominent leadership role to shape the future of infrastructure and project finance ratings in EMEA and contribute to global excellence of GIG.
• Platform to build and expand your professional network within the financial industry.
• Influence over significant global projects, including our criteria, research and analytical products.
• Collaborative culture where employees can exchange ideas and perspectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead with inclusive and motivating management skills, ensuring high-quality, timely execution of credit work and nurturing a culture of excellence, broad-mindedness, and collaboration.
• Cultivate an environment that values diversity, open dialogue, and mutual respect, upholding Fitch’s integrity and transparency.
• Develop a strategy and vision for the team in the ever-evolving infrastructure sector.
• Uphold the highest standards of credit analysis within the EMEA region.
• Be a persuasive spokesperson for GIG internally and externally.
• Ensure the team is trained to think expansively and adapt to market changes, maintaining agility in analytical processes.
• Build and strengthen Fitch's reputation through strategic outreach with investors, issuers, and media.
• Champion collaboration within GIG and across Fitch's analytical groups to promote consistency and efficient transaction execution.
• Drive the DEI agenda, supporting talent development and fostering an ethical corporate culture.

What You Need To Have

• 12+ years’ experience in infrastructure and project finance transactions.
• Experience in credit analysis with a rating agency background across a wide range of infrastructure related transactions in the EMEA region.
• Robust credit background with the ability to oversee a diverse analytical function.
• Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change.
• Solid communication skills with a commanding presence both internally and externally.
• A deep understanding of Fitch’s operational and regulatory landscape.

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Demonstrated leadership and talent development prowess.
• Adept at fostering internal and external relationships to drive objectives.
• A problem solver who can articulate solutions and generate consensus.
• Employee management experience.

Why Choose Fitch

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on line of business and location.
• Culture of Learning & Mobility: Training, leadership development and mentorship programs.
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings.
• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies including generous global parental leave.
• Inclusive Work Environment: Collaborative workplace where all voices are valued and Employee Resource Groups.
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days and matched donations.

Equal Opportunity

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Industries