Senior Analyst, RMBS & Structured Finance Insights

Morningstar; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Life insurance

Health benefits

Wellness incentives

Disability insurance

Sabbatical program

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer program

Job summary

Morningstar DBRS is seeking an analytically strong professional to conduct RMBS transaction analysis, assess collateral, deal structures, and legal frameworks. You will co-lead transactions, present findings to rating committees, and collaborate with senior analysts to ensure criteria consistency.

The role emphasizes building modeling tools, performing stress tests, and producing market commentary. Engage with bankers, issuers, and investors in a professional, client‑facing capacity in a hybrid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, math, engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in structured finance, securitization, banking, mortgage finance, or a relevant analytical role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard Office applications.
• Organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Core Analytical Work Conduct RMBS transaction analysis, including assessment of collateral characteristics, deal structures, credit enhancement levels, and legal frameworks. Identify and focus on key credit issues during the new‑issue rating process.
• Committee & Internal Collaboration Serve as a co‑lead or back‑up analyst on selected transactions. Present analytical findings to rating committees with clarity and confidence. Collaborate with senior analysts to ensure accurate and consistent application of criteria.
• Modeling & Methodology Contribute to the enhancement of structured finance criteria, models, and analytical tools. Perform sensitivities, transaction comparisons, and stress‑testing tasks under the guidance of senior team members.
• Research & Publications Produce and publish market updates, newsletters, or concise commentary with minimal supervision.
• External Engagement Participate in meetings with bankers, issuers, investors, and other market participants to discuss transaction details and analytical considerations. Represent the team professionally in all client‑facing interactions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative abilities

Excel skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Morningstar DBRS is seeking an analytically strong professional to conduct RMBS transaction analysis, assess collateral, deal structures, and legal frameworks. You will co-lead transactions, present findings to rating committees, and collaborate with senior analysts to ensure criteria consistency.

The role emphasizes building modeling tools, performing stress tests, and producing market commentary. Engage with bankers, issuers, and investors in a professional, client‑facing capacity in a hybrid