Structured Finance - Credit Analyst, RMBS - New York

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.

At Fitch Ratings, credit analysts play a pivotal role in moving markets, as quality credit analysis is the lifeblood of our organization. With a legacy of over a century, our unique approach to credit ratings offers unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Embracing a “challenger mindset,” you'll join a team dedicated to innovating service to our clients. Our people-driven analysis thrives on collaboration across all levels and locations, surpassing traditional financial modeling. Lastly, as part of our global community, you'll find inspiration, challenge, and support, with ample opportunities for visibility and influence in the global financial marketplace.

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Structured Finance – Credit Analyst, Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (RMBS)

Fitch Ratings is seeking a Credit Analyst to join the Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities Group (RMBS) in our Chicago or New York offices.

The U.S. Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (RMBS) group is adding a credit analyst to its growing team. This position will collaborate with more senior analysts on transaction analysis; run computer models and perform spreadsheet analysis to evaluate credit risk and cash flow coverage for RMBS transactions; present transaction reviews and analysis at rating committees; develop an understanding of legal and accounting issues affecting a security; and contribute to research reports and press releases.

About the Team:  

• Upon joining Fitch, the Analyst will benefit from a combination of in-person/on-the-job and web-based training through Fitch’s Credit Academy to prepare them for their new role

• An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency

• A role that helps the debt capital markets make more informed decisions via timely, insightful and forward-looking rating actions and research

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Analyze critical credit, legal and structural elements of residential mortgage-backed transactions

• Assist in the development of ratings criteria, including writing relevant reports and developing recommendations to bolster analysis

• Produce quality internal and external written reports including credit committees, criteria, special reports and market commentary

• Communicate Fitch rating methodology and criteria to issuers and investors

• Deployment and implementation of cashflow models and tools used in the rating process

• Lead and/or support research projects

• Maintain assigned rating relationships

You May be a Good Fit if:

• Bachelor's degree at minimum

• 1-2 years relevant experience

• Capital markets, mortgage markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Previous experience in the Structured Finance sector from a credit perspective

• Knowledge and/or experience in the residential mortgage originations or servicing operations

• Experience with cash flow modeling or loss forecasting analysis

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 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.

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $160,000 and $175,000. 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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