Senior Analyst, Structured Credit & CLOs — Strategic Ratings

Fitch Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitch Ratings, a leading global credit ratings agency, is seeking a Senior Analyst in its Structured Credit group based in Chicago. The role focuses on analyzing CLO ratings, presenting conclusions to the credit committee, and contributing to forward-looking research publications.

The team emphasizes clear communication, rigorous analysis, and collaboration across locations. A quantitative degree and experience in structured finance are preferred, with opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline (finance, accounting, economics, etc.)
• At least three years of experience in the financial industry, with CLOs or Structured Finance preferred
• Strong analytical thinking, curiosity, and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Analyze ratings on Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) using proprietary models
• Prepare and present rating conclusions to a credit committee
• Draft rating action commentary reports to communicate rating decisions to market participants
• Contribute to recurring and special research publications

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Self-management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fitch Ratings, a leading global credit ratings agency, is seeking a Senior Analyst in its Structured Credit group based in Chicago. The role focuses on analyzing CLO ratings, presenting conclusions to the credit committee, and contributing to forward-looking research publications.

The team emphasizes clear communication, rigorous analysis, and collaboration across locations. A quantitative degree and experience in structured finance are preferred, with opportunities for professional growth