Director, Head of Americas Country Risk

Fitch Solutions is currently seeking Head of Americas Country Risk Research based out of our New York office.

Fitch Solutions is a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. It informs investment strategies, strengthens risk management capabilities and helps identify strategic opportunities. Its analysts, lawyers, journalists and economists offer in-depth views on credit markets/risk and individual credits, ESG, developed and emerging markets, and industry sectors. Fitch Solutions is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in over 30 countries. Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

By becoming a part of the Fitch Solutions team, you will join a group of colleagues delivering critical data, insightful research, and comprehensive analytics that empower clients to make informed decisions. You'll work in a dynamic environment where innovation is encouraged, and collaboration is key to developing solutions that address the evolving needs of global markets. With a portfolio of best-in-class, award winning brands, we offer you the opportunity to advance your career while contributing to a company known for its expertise and commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Team Management:
  Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of country risk analysts, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and professional growth. Set clear expectations and support team members through coaching, training, and development initiatives.
• Strategic Direction & Editorial Oversight:
  Drive the editorial and analytical strategy for the Americas country risk team, ensuring the delivery of insightful, high-quality data, analytics and insights. Provide thought leadership on macroeconomic and political risk issues.
• Representation & Stakeholder Engagement:
  Serve as the leading representative for BMI on Americas country risk, presenting views and forecasts to clients, industry stakeholders, and at major events. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners, including macroeconomic and political risk analysts, industry teams, and commercial colleagues.
• Analytical Excellence:
  Act as the primary analytical lead for a portfolio of key countries and thematic research, ensuring rigorous analysis and accurate forecasting across macroeconomic indicators.
• Commercial Focus:
  Demonstrate a keen understanding of the commercial value of research and data, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance and commercialize our content to meet client needs. Collaborate closely with sales teams to support clients and drive business growth.
• Project Contribution & Team Initiatives:
  Contribute to wider research projects and initiatives, supporting cross-functional collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Significant experience in country risk and economic analysis and forecasting, with a strong focus on the Americas.
• Proven experience managing and developing a team of analysts.
• MA/MSc in Economics or equivalent relevant work experience.

Required Skills:

• Fluent spoken and written English; Spanish proficiency an advantage
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Strong public speaking ability and confidence in representing BMI at industry events.
• Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex concepts clearly and simply.
• Advanced analytical capabilities, including handling large datasets and forecasting key macroeconomic indicators.
• Ability to prioritise, manage deadlines, and perform under pressure.
• Commercially minded, with a deep understanding of the business intelligence value proposition.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

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 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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

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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Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $120,000 and $140,000 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.