Job Description
Structured Credit & CLOs Analyst - Austin Fitch Ratings is seeking an Analyst to join its Structured Credit & CLOs group in our Austin office. About the Team: A collaborative, team-oriented work environment where excellent communication skills are essential. An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency. A role that aids debt capital markets in making more informed decisions through timely, insightful, and forward-looking rating actions and research. How You'll Make an Impact: 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. You May be a Good Fit if: You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative discipline (finance, accounting, economics, etc.). You have at least one year of experience in the financial industry, with a preference for experience related to CLOs or Structured Finance. You possess strong analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detail. You demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility, initiative, and self-management. You have the ability to communicate complex subjects accurately and succinctly. You have a deep interest in capital markets and structured finance. You are proficient with Microsoft Office suite; knowledge of programming languages is a plus but not required. What Would Make You Stand Out: Critical thinking and meticulous attention to detail. Strong sense of personal responsibility and initiative. Ability to convey complex subjects clearly and concisely. Open-mindedness and ability to understand alternative viewpoints. Keen interest in structured finance and CLOs. Why Choose Fitch: Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location. A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity. Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals. Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing. Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively. Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe. Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community.