Senior Vice President - Project Finance

Morningstar Credit Ratings, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 149,357 - 236,166; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Stock ownership potential

Life insurance

Health benefits

Paid sabbatical

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Morningstar Credit Ratings, LLC in New York, NY seeks a senior analyst with 10+ years of credit analysis experience to lead cross‑functional teams, mentor junior staff, and drive sector methodologies. The role focuses on assessing credit worthiness and producing rigorous rating opinions for diverse issuers.

You will develop methodologies, publish topical research, and engage with issuers and investors. Domestic travel may be required; a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are

Qualifications

• 10+ years of applicable financial analysis experience, with specific credit experience related to Project Finance.
• Experience from other ratings agencies, Infrastructure Advisory, Bank Project Finance Credit Teams or Buyside Credit strongly preferred.
• Completion of the CFA or MBA program is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assess credit worthiness and maintain rating opinions of various issuers.
• Develop a deep understanding of the methodologies and criteria for the sector.
• Lead the development of innovative topical research and publication of related industry studies and commentaries.
• Represent DBRS Morningstar externally at conferences, with media, and on occasion with regulators.
• Lead external meetings and internal rating committees.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Financial analysis

Education

MBA or CFA asset

Tools

Financial Modeling

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assess credit worthiness and maintain rating opinions of various issuers.
• Develop a deep understanding of the methodologies and criteria for the sector.
• Contribute to the methodology development for the sector(s).
• Produce timely, high‑quality credit reports, research notes and commentaries on rated entities.
• Lead the development of innovative topical research and publication of related industry studies and commentaries.
• Build and maintain relationships with issuers and investors.
• Represent DBRS Morningstar externally at conferences, with media, and on occasion with regulators.
• Lead external meetings and internal rating committees.
• Respond to inquiries from investors and media representatives.
• Analytically support business development initiatives.
• Lead the refinement of research products and rating approaches.
• Mentor and coach junior analysts.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of applicable financial analysis experience, with specific credit experience related to Project Finance.
• Experience from other ratings agencies, Infrastructure Advisory, Bank Project Finance Credit Teams or Buyside Credit strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop, coach and manage a team.
• Degree in business, economics, engineering or a related discipline preferred.
• Solid power sector, infrastructure and financial markets knowledge.
• Strong research skills and focus on detail.
• Strong corporate finance and financial statement analytical abilities.
• Experience in legal review of contracts and financial agreements.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong team player with demonstrated ability to work interactively in a team environment.
• Experience in broader PPP and infrastructure industry in the U.S. is a strong asset.
• Previous rating agency experience is a strong asset.
• Completion of the CFA or MBA program is an asset.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Benefits and Compensation

• Financial Health
  • 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
  • Stock Ownership Potential
  • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
• Physical Health
  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision)
  • Potential premium discounts and company‑provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
  • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annually
• Emotional Health
  • Trust‑Based Time Off
  • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
  • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
  • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
• Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
• Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well‑being expenses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Social Health
  • Charitable Matching Gifts program
  • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
  • Paid volunteering days 15+
  • Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
• Base Salary Compensation Range $149,357.00-236,166.33
• Incentive Target Percentage 40%
• Annual Bonus Target 40%

EEO Statement

Morningstar is a strongly committed to creating and preserving equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We make all employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and other personnel matters—without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, gender identity and expression, parental status, or other legally protected characteristics or conduct.