Associate Director, Technology, Media & Telecom - Chicago

Fitch Ratings; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities to work with diverse teams

Team-oriented work environment

Job summary

A global rating agency is seeking a Credit Analyst, Associate Director for the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sectors. The role involves performing credit analyses, maintaining financial models, and collaborating with industry management. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, potentially CFA/CPA credentials, and strong analytical and communication skills. The position is based in Chicago, offering a competitive salary between $115,000 and $135,000.

Qualifications

• Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience is a plus.
• Relevant experience in Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sectors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of key factors influencing credit quality.
• Maintain comprehensive financial models.
• Participate in meetings with industry management teams.
• Help prepare presentations for internal credit committees.
• Evaluate other credits within Corporates.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Expertise in Excel and Word

Education

Bachelor's degree

CFA/CPA or CFA candidate preferred

Job description

Overview

US Corporates – Credit Analyst, Associate Director - Technology, Media, and Telecom

Fitch is seeking an Analyst for coverage of the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sector based out of our New York and Chicago office.

Qualitative credentials will weigh meaningfully in the selection of the candidate. A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity is critical, along with a willingness and ability to attack and explain topics of analytical complexity. Fitch is a team-oriented work environment, so excellent communication skills are essential, as is a high productivity work-ethic and results oriented mindset.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency.
• A team-oriented work environment.
• Fitch Ratings is a global company with a presence in over 30 countries, offering opportunities to work with diverse teams and clients from around the world.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing the credit quality of companies in the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sectors;
• Maintain comprehensive financial models;
• Participate alongside senior analysts in meetings with Telecommunications, Media, and Technology industry management teams;
• Help senior analysts prepare presentations for internal credit rating committees;
• Participate in the evaluation of other credits within Corporates, as well as other related credit groups.

What You Need To Have

• Bachelor's degree;
• CFA/CPA or CFA candidate preferred;
• Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus;
• Expertise in Excel and Word;
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change;
• Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment.
• Relevant experience a plus, especially coverage or knowledge of the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sectors;

What Would Make You Stand Out

• has a keen interest in the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology industries;
• has solid financial statement analysis skills;
• wants to deepen their exposure to and understanding of the debt capital markets;
• has a strong pattern of leadership and the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders, both within and outside of the organization.

Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

For more information please visit our websites: www.fitchratings.com | www.fitchsolutions.com | www.fitchlearning.com

Fitch is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation

FOR NEW YORK AND CHICAGO ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $115,000 and $135,000. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.