Credit Analyst - Structured Finance - Madrid
Structured Finance is currently seeking a Credit Analyst.Fitch’s European Structured Finance team maintains existing ratings and assigns ratings to new structured finance transactions. What We Offer:We are currently seeking either a Senior Analyst or Associate Director Level Credit Analyst to join the European Structured Finance teamThe successful candidate will be part of a team of analysts rating transactions back by mortgage loans, consumer loans and/or corporate loan including leveraged loan CLOsThe team analyses transactions in line with Fitch’s rating criteria and provides high quality credit opinions to investors and other market participantsWe’ll Count on You To:Implement default, recovery, and cash flow modellingReviewing transaction legal documentsOn-site review of underwriting and servicing of transaction originators and CLO managersPreparing rating proposals for presentation to internal rating committeesCommunicating rating rationale to investors and other market participants through presale reports, presentations, and meetingsCommunicating with transaction arrangers and originators to understand asset characteristics and structural features of the transactionsAssist in the development of criteria and supporting researchWhat You Need to Have:This is a demanding and exciting role, so we are looking for highly motivated candidatesThe successful candidate should have some prior experience in financeKnowledge of securitisation structures and in particular CLOs would be beneficialCandidates will be highly numerate and analytical, with advanced Excel skillsThe role also involves analysis of legal transaction documents.
While no legal background is required successful candidates should be able to review and analyse legal contracts from a credit risk perspectiveWhat Would Make You Stand Out:A central element of the position is communicating your analysis, both internally and externally.Therefore, candidates should have excellent written and oral communication skills in EnglishOther European languages are desirableWhy 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 enable our clients to make important credit judgements with confidence.Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries.
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