Lead Insurance Credit Analyst (Associate Director)

Fitch Ratings; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitch Ratings’ North American Insurance group seeks an Associate Director to provide credit analysis on US life insurers, with responsibilities across rating analysis and interaction with management. The role involves lead or secondary analyst duties, presenting to committees and contributing to industry research.

You will monitor regulatory and financial results, discuss rating actions, and collaborate with investors and bankers.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in life insurance analysis or related insurance industry roles.
• CFA/MBA/CPA or actuarial designations are a plus but not required.
• Self‑motivated professional with strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a team environment.
• Excel and Word proficiency is essential; additional tools a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead coverage on a portfolio of life insurance companies.
• Interact with senior management of life insurers.
• Prepare and present rating committee packages.
• Participate in rating committees and contribute to company research.
• Contribute to insurance industry research and ad-hoc analyses.
• Travel as required for client meetings or ratings work.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Teamwork

Excel

Financial modeling

Education

CFA/MBA/CPA (desirable)

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Fitch Ratings’ North American Insurance group seeks an Associate Director to provide credit analysis on US life insurers, with responsibilities across rating analysis and interaction with management. The role involves lead or secondary analyst duties, presenting to committees and contributing to industry research.

You will monitor regulatory and financial results, discuss rating actions, and collaborate with investors and bankers.