Structured Finance - Structured Credit Alternative Products, Analyst - New York

Fitch Ratings is one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, providing critical credit analysis and ratings to global capital markets. They are seeking an Analyst for their Structured Credit Alternative Products group in New York, focusing on transaction proposals involving various structured credit transactions and supporting debt capital markets through insightful analysis and research.ResponsibilitiesAnalyze critical credit, legal, and structural elements of transaction proposalsActing as primary or secondary analyst for transaction ratings in a highly dynamic sector. This includes forming analytical views and recommendations, presenting these to rating committees and defending credit views in discussions with issuers and investorsContribute to the development of rating criteria, including forming recommendations to bolster analysis and iteratively improve existing frameworksLead and/or support sector trend research reports and projectsSkillsYou hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative discipline such as finance, accounting, or economicsYou have at least 1 year of experience in the financial industry, preferably but not necessarily related to Structured Credit, Structured Finance, Fund Finance or Corporate Direct LendingYou possess strong analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detailYou demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility, initiative, and self-managementYou are proficient with the Microsoft Office suite; knowledge of programming languages is a plus but not requiredAbility to convey complex subjects clearly and conciselyOpen-mindedness and ability to understand alternative viewpointsDemonstrated competency in credit analysisProficiency with rating agency methodologies and experience assessing credit riskBenefitsHybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and locationA Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunityInvesting in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goalsPromoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeingSupportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectivelyInclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globeCompany OverviewFitch Ratings is a global rating agency committed to providing the world’s credit markets with independent and prospective credit. It was founded in 1913, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.fitchratings.com.Company H1B SponsorshipFitch Ratings has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 35 in 2025, 16 in 2024, 37 in 2023, 44 in 2022, 16 in 2021, 25 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.



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