Credit Rating Analyst, Financial Institutions Ratings, Sri Lanka

Fitch Ratings is currently seeking Analyst/Senior Analyst based out of our Colombo office.  

As one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets by providing supplementary credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries, which also includes Fitch Solutions. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Want to learn more about a career as a credit analyst at Fitch Ratings? Visit: https://careers.fitch.group/content/Credit-Analysts/

About the Team 

Fitch Ratings Lanka is seeking a highly motivated and analytically strong Analyst/Senior Analyst to join its Financial Institutions team in Colombo. This role focuses on credit analysis and ratings of Sri Lankan banks, non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs), insurance companies and funds and asset managers. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the local financial sector and a strong grasp of macroeconomic and regulatory developments impacting the industry.

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

As a Senior Analyst in the Financial Institutions team, your insights and judgment will directly shape Fitch’s credit opinions on Sri Lankan banks, insurers, and non-bank financial institutions. You will:

• Drive Credit Analysis: Lead in-depth assessments of financial institutions’ creditworthiness, applying relevant methodologies to local market dynamics.
• Deliver High-Quality Research: Produce clear, insightful rating reports and sector commentaries that inform investors, regulators, and market participants.
• Engage with Stakeholders: Represent Fitch in discussions with senior management of rated entities, regulatory bodies, and industry experts, building trust and credibility.
• Monitor Market Developments: Stay ahead of changes in the financial sector, identifying emerging risks and opportunities that could impact ratings.
• Support Rating Committees: Present your analysis and recommendations in internal committees, contributing to robust and transparent rating decisions.
• Enhance Sector Understanding: Contribute to thematic research and thought leadership that deepens market understanding of Sri Lanka’s financial institutions.
• Your work will help maintain the integrity and relevance of Fitch’s ratings in the Sri Lankan market, supporting informed decision-making across the financial ecosystem.

You May be a Good Fit if:

• A minimum of 2-3 years of relevant credit experience working in another credit rating agency, bank/investment bank, regulator, investment manager (or similar institution) or consultancy/accounting firm is essential
• Bachelor’s Degree with a specialty in Accountancy, Economics, Finance or Business Administration required
• Ability to analyse financial institutions in depth for the purpose of assigning credit ratings, strong understanding of macro financial system risks
• CFA candidate is desirable
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Demonstrable inquisitive, broad-minded and forward-thinking analytical nature, with international perspectives in relation to credit matters
• Confident and articulate in communicating with internal/external constituents (including investors, bankers, regulators and media), with strong business English writing skills and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in use of Excel/Word/PowerPoint
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic
• Able to work independently yet contribute to team objectives
• Able to handle numerous projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Candidates will need to comply with all aspects of Fitch’s internal compliance requirements (including disclosure over conflicts of interest and investment holdings). 

To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

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