Operations Associate, Public Finance, Jakarta

Fitch Ratings’ Global Core Operations team is seeking Operations Associates to join the group in our Jakarta 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. For over 100 years, Fitch Ratings has been creating value for global markets through its rigorous analysis and deep expertise, which have resulted in a variety of market leading tools, methodologies, indices, research, and analytical products. 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.

Becoming a member of our Fitch Ratings Asia Pacific team places you at the heart of a best-in-class organization, recognized by InsuranceAsia, FinanceAsia and Corporate Treasurer for its excellence and leadership in the credit rating industry. Our accolades and awards in the region are a testament to our commitment to quality and innovation. As one of our colleagues, you'll engage with a diverse and dynamic community, gaining valuable experience and opportunities for growth in one of the world's largest financial markets.

About the Team

Fitch Ratings Operations is focused on developing an efficient operating environment for analytical teams by bringing consistency and standardization to all operational aspects of the rating process

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

• Assist with day to day management/ support of the analytical workflow operating processes
• Assist with internal analytical support applications, data and ratings input and verification, and electronic filing of documents
• Provide daily and ad hoc support to rating analysts to follow the pre and post internal credit rating committees’ process
• Perform other credit related and routine administrative tasks as directed by the Core Operations team
• Assist with analytical, data collection and ratings workflow operating processes to ensure universal compliance
• Participate in various projects including training new members of the team on the use of new tools/applications
• Assist Senior Core Operations members with special projects, as needed, on behalf of the Chief Operating Officer or other leaders of Fitch Ratings
• Work collaboratively with members of analytical teams, IT and others to ensure that the correct processes are followed that meet the needs of the users and support compliance with the Company’s overall business and regulatory requirements
• Recommend solutions and procedures to streamline/improve current processes and provide highest quality support to the global analytical community
• Identify opportunities to enhance the current procedures, applications, management report and training
• Promote an overall understanding of existing and new compliance issues and related policies and procedures

You May be a Good Fit if:

• Self-starter who can work well both independently and as part of a team environment
• Customer focused with the commitment to providing exceptional client service
• Quick learner with excellent attention to detail
• Highly motivated, flexible, proactive, and adaptable to change
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• A related bachelor’s degree (in Administration, or Business) would be a positive

• Experience working in a highly regulated industry would be a positive
• Experience at a global financial services organization

Why Choose Fitch: 

• Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 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

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. 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.

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

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