Director, TMT Credit Analysis & Strategy

Fitch Group

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Fitch Ratings, part of Fitch Group, is seeking a US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director for the Chicago area. You will analyze credit quality for TMT sector companies, develop financial models, and present findings to rating committees.

The role involves engaging with management teams, communicating rating rationales to external audiences, and mentoring junior staff. The position emphasizes strong analytical and quantitative skills, with MBA/CFA considerations and potential managerial

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree at minimum; MBA or other advanced degree a plus.
CFA/CPA or CFA candidate preferred.
5–10 years relevant experience; some coverage or knowledge of the TMT sector a plus.
Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus.
Expertise in Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

Perform analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing credit quality of companies in the TMT sectors.
Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models.
Conduct meetings with industry management teams.
Present analysis of companies to internal credit rating committees.
Involvement in communicating rating rationales to external audiences (institutional investors, sell-side analysts and media).
Write timely and effective research on topical issues.
Participate in the evaluation of other credits within Corporates and related credit groups.
Represent Fitch in panel discussions and conferences arranged by industry associations, regulatory bodies, etc.
Mentor junior members of the team; role may include managerial responsibilities.