Senior Analyst, US Public Finance Municipal Structured Finance - New York

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Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Senior Analyst to join its Municipal Structured Finance team based out of our New York office location.

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. 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.

About the Team

Fitch Ratings is seeking a self-motivated, inquisitive professional with capital markets, public finance, legal-focused academic and analytical training or other relevant experience for the Municipal Structured Finance team within the US Public Finance group. The candidate must be able to work independently, with preference given for knowledge of the municipal structured finance, including credit-supported VRDOs, Tender Option Bonds, and commercial paper programs.

What We Offer :

• Opportunity to provide insightful, objective and timely analysis and commentary to investors within the US municipal structured finance market.
• Work with highly collaborative, experienced municipal structured finance team covering this evolving sector in public finance.
• Opportunity to analyze municipal structured finance transactions, including presentations to credit committee.
• Ability to contribute to Fitch criteria, ensuring consistency with related Fitch criteria and relevant with respect to US regulatory regimes.

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Why Choose Fitch :

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 evaluatequalified 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 ROLES ONLY : Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $90,000 and $110,000. 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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