Associate Director, Global Revenue Management (BRM) - New York

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Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch Ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise. The additional context, perspective and insights we provide have helped fund a century of growth and enables you to make important credit judgments with confidence.

Associate Director – Global Revenue Management

The Business & Relationship Management (BRM) team is currently seeking an Associate Director based in Chicago.

The Global Revenue Management Team (GRM) is responsible for the commercial renewal of Fee Agreements across Fitch’s existing portfolio with a focus on maximizing revenue growth through disciplined and consistent price application. GRM works closely with Fitch’s Business & Relationship Management team with representatives in Fitch’s offices across EMEA, Asia Pacific, Latin America and North America. This role will report to a GRM Regional Head based in Chicago.

What We Offer:

• Your own NA Portfolio providing the opportunity for exposure to multiple sectors
• Be part of an experienced and specialized team that will help develop your negotiation and wider relationship management skills
• Gain experience and develop relationships with Treasury and Investor Relations functions through direct day to day client facing contact as part of the fee agreement renewal process
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth through access to extensive training offerings and internal career development

We’ll Count on You To:

• Manage a Renewal Portfolio in North America with responsibility for contract negotiations with issuers across Corporates and Financial Institutions
• Maximize revenue, coverage and retention opportunities through consistent application of the fee agreement renewal process
• Where required, contribute and participate in project initiatives designed to improve efficiencies in processes across the team
• Support the wider commercial function through collaboration with Issuer, Banker and Investor Development teams
• Work effectively with other GRM colleagues to ensure departmental objectives, goals and KPI’s are met

What You Need to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business or economics
• At least 3 years professional experience in a client facing role, preferably in Financial Services (or similar)
• Confident communicator (written, verbal and presentation skills)
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with external clients
• Detail oriented, able to multi-task, adapt, and respond to changing priorities
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Knowledge of Salesforce or other CRM databases.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Effective in problem solving and influencing people
• Experience in negotiating professional services contracts will be advantageous
• High energy, team player with the ability to work independently
• Attention to details and focus on work quality

Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.

Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch Ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise. The additional context, perspective and insights we provide have helped fund a century of growth and enables our clients to make important credit judgements with confidence.

For more information, please visit our websites:  

www.fitchratings.com | www.fitchsolutions.com | www.fitchlearning.com

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 interests 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 Group 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.

FOR NEW YORK & CHICAGO ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $95,000 and $115,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors.  Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch. 

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