US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director - Middle Market/Private Debt Leveraged Finance - Chicago

US Corporates – Credit Analyst, Director – Middle Market/Private Debt Leveraged Finance

Location: New York, Chicago, or Toronto.

What We Offer

• A fast‑paced, team‑oriented work environment. Excellent communication skills are essential, as is a high‑productivity work ethic and a results‑oriented mindset.
• An opportunity to contribute to Fitch’s growing presence in the rapidly expanding Middle Market/Private Debt sector.
• A platform that helps lenders make better‑informed decisions through timely, insightful, and forward‑looking rating actions and research.

Responsibilities

• Further build Fitch’s existing research suite on Middle Market/Private Debt topics for external audiences including institutional investors, private equity sponsors, private debt funds, CLO managers, and credit hedge funds.
• Perform data analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing Middle Market credit profiles in support of new research.
• Manage junior staff on a project‑by‑project basis to grow the research portfolio efficiently.
• Communicate with investors and sell‑side counterparties to explain research findings, grow Fitch’s brand awareness, and generate ideas for new research topics in Middle Market, private credit, and direct lending.

Required Qualifications

• 5–10 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel.
• 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.
• Employee management experience a plus.
• CFA and/or MBA a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• An objective‑driven self‑starter seeking substantial entrepreneurial potential.
• A deep understanding and keen interest in Middle Market Lending and/or Private Credit.
• Background in capital markets and/or credit analysis with well‑developed corporate finance skills.
• Experience executing research projects from idea generation through writing and presenting at industry events and media.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills displayed by a strong pattern of leadership and a proactive ability to interact with various stakeholders internally and externally.

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.

FOR NEW YORK AND CALIFORNIA ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $180,000. 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.