LatAm Corporates, Infrastructure and Project Finance Ratings, Analyst

LatAm Corporates, Infrastructure and Project Finance Ratings, Analyst

Fitch Ratings is currently seeking an Analyst based out of our Mexico City 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.

Joining Fitch Ratings in LATAM offers the opportunity to work with the most celebrated credit ratings organization in the region, renowned for its excellence and leadership. We boast a track record of over four decades of experience, with more than 2,000 ratings assigned to Latin American banks, corporates, structured finance, sovereigns and other entities. We cover the most relevant capital markets, showing a deep-rooted understanding of the region's unique financial environment. Our team is committed to innovation and collaboration, providing a dynamic environment where you can make a difference.

Learn More: https://careers.fitch.group/go/Ratings-LATAM/9772901/

About the team:

• The Latin American Corporates, Infrastructure and Project Finance team, responsible for the coverage of Energy, Power and Utilities sector, is currently seeking an Analyst based out of our Mexico City office.

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to be a coverage analyst at a global rating agency.
• A collaborative, team-oriented work environment.
• Exposure to a broad range of issuers, transactions and market participants across Latin America.
• The opportunity to work with diverse teams and clients across Fitch’s global network.

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

• Support ratings analysis and research on existing transactions, particular in the Energy, Power and Utilities sector across Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Argentina and Central America.
• Gather, review and analyze quantitative and qualitative information, including financial and legal documentation, for the purpose of reviewing ratings, publishing credit reports, and contributing to special research reports.
• Build and maintain financial models, including profit and loss, cash flow and forecast analyses.
• Participate in meetings with senior management of issuers, bankers and other market participants to discuss company developments and sector trends.
• Work closely with senior analysts and contribute to the execution of ratings committee materials and related analytical processes. 

You May be a Good Fit if:

• 1-3 years of working experience in Financial Modelling/P&L and Cash-Flow forecast gained in audit companies, consulting firms, investment bank, credit research, bank credit department, a rating agency, buy-side credit department, structuring and advisory firms or a related field.
• Understanding of corporate finance, credit analysis and financial statement analysis.
• Familiarity with IFRS and local accounting standards.
• Solid writing and verbal communication skills in Spanish and English. 

What Would Make You Stand Out: 

• Portuguese language skills.
• Ability to read and fully comprehend financial statements adjustments.
• Strong curiosity and confidence in asking thoughtful, probing questions to issuers and their advisers.
• A high degree of flexibility and willingness to take on additional responsibilities as needed.
• Ability to lead and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

Why Choose Fitch: 

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required
• 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

At Fitch, AI is embedded in how we work every day—supporting smarter decision-making, streamlining workflows, and enabling new ways to create value for our business and clients. Intelligent solutions are increasingly part of our day-to-day operations, helping teams work more efficiently and think differently as we continue to evolve. We’re looking for colleagues who are comfortable operating in an AI-enabled environment—or who are curious, adaptable, and eager to build their AI literacy over time. We value professionals who embrace technology as part of continuous learning and who are committed to using it thoughtfully to enhance how work gets done.

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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