Corporate, Infrastructure & Project Finance Group, Energy (Midstream), Associate Director - Austin

Corporate, Infrastructure & Project Finance Group, Energy (Midstream), Associate Director - Austin

Requisition ID: 50925

Business Unit: Fitch Ratings

Category: Credit Analysis & Research

Location: Austin, TX, US

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.

Fitch’s North American CIPF Group is seeking an Associate Director to join the Energy team, with a strong focus on Midstream, based in our New York, Toronto, Chicago or Austin office.

Qualitative credentials will weigh meaningfully in the selection of the candidate. A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity is critical, along with a demonstrated willingness and ability to attack and explain topics of analytical complexity. Fitch is a team-oriented work environment, so excellent communication skills are essential, as is a high-productivity work ethic and results-oriented mindset.

What We Offer:

Fitch Ratings is seeking a senior credit analyst with 5+ years of solid corporate finance experience in the Midstream and broader Energy sector. The primary responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to focus on the analysis, execution and rating of a portfolio of US and Canada Midstream credits / transactions. As an Associate Director, you will have the:

• An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency.
• A team-oriented work environment.
• Fitch Ratings is a global company with a presence in over 30 countries, offering opportunities to work with diverse teams and clients from around the world.

We’ll Count on You To:

• Perform analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing credit quality of companies within the Energy team, with a primary focus on Midstream;
• Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models;
• Conduct meetings with Midstream and broader Energy industry management teams;
• Present analysis of companies to internal credit rating committees;
• Be involved in communicating rating rationale to external audiences, primarily institutional investors, sell-side analysts, and media, in meetings, conference calls, press releases, and written research reports;
• Write timely and effective research on topical issues;
• Participate in the evaluation of other credits within CIPF, as well as other related credit groups;
• Represent Fitch in panel discussions and conferences arranged by industry associations, regulatory bodies, etc.;
• Mentor junior members of the Energy team;
• The role may include managerial responsibilities.

What You Need to Have:

• 5+ years of relevant experience, with some coverage or knowledge of the Energy sector, particularly Midstream, a plus;
• Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus;
• Expertise in Excel and Word;
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change;
• Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Bachelor’s degree at minimum, MBA or other advanced degree a plus;
• CFA/CPA or CFA candidate preferred;
• Some knowledge of and a keen interest in learning more about the Energy sector, especially Midstream;
• Professional background in capital markets and/or credit analysis and well-developed financial statement analysis skills;
• Exposure to project finance and/or infrastructure credit analysis is a plus; experience gained in a bank credit department, rating agency, buy-side credit team, or similar environment would be beneficial.
• Ratings advisory work is a plus.
• Familiarity with complex financing structures and experience interpreting legal documents such as bank agreements and bond indentures would be advantageous.
• A broader interest in infrastructure and project finance, particularly where relevant to energy-related assets, would be beneficial.
• Desire to deepen their exposure to and understanding of the debt capital markets;
• A strong pattern of leadership and the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders, both within and outside of the organization.

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 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 Affimative 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.