Investment Director

Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Managing Director, Investment Grade Sector Head within the Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) industry for the U.S. & Canada Corporates, Infrastructure and Project Finance team based in our New York office. Fitch’s U.S. & Canada Corporates, Infrastructure and Project Finance (CIPF) rating team is seeking a Managing Director to act as IG Sector Head within our Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) industry family in our New York, Chicago, or Toronto office. The role reports to the TMT Industry Family Head, and entails managing a team of ~20 analysts covering 200+ debt issuers while overseeing ratings processes, analytical research, outreach, and representing Fitch externally at a senior level. 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. Want to learn more about a career as a credit analyst at Fitch Ratings? Visit: What We Offer An opportunity to lead a sector team at a global credit rating agency. An opportunity to manage, train, and mentor analysts, strengthening capabilities through professional development, targeted coaching, and best-practice sharing. A platform to raise Fitch’s external market profile via thought leadership, senior-level external representation, and delivery of timely, insightful, and forward-looking rating actions and research. How You’ll Make An Impact Have direct managerial responsibility for a team of ~20 analysts covering more than 200 public and private debt issuers, primarily investment-grade rated. Articulate Fitch’s credit views and sector outlook in meetings, conference calls, and industry roundtables, as well as in written research, in an engaging and dynamic manner. Foster a positive and collaborative work environment in the TMT team and contribute to the overall ethos of the U.S. and Canada CIPF rating team in a manner that prioritizes and advances Fitch’s strategic goals. Be a highly visible presence for the external stakeholders in the ratings process, including industry management teams, private equity sponsors, buy-side and sell-side analysts, and the media. You May Be a Good Fit If You Have Substantial relevant experience in capital markets and/or credit analysis role. Superior communication and influencing skills for cross-team collaboration; ability to drive change and foster innovation; ability to manage high-performing, inclusive teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated willingness and ability to attack and explain topics of analytical complexity. A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity and a life-long learning mindset. Ability to shift fluidly between mult iple projects as priorities change. Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment. CFA preferred. What Would Make You Stand Out Has broad and deep knowledge across IG focused-TMT sectors (media and entertainment, technology hardware and telecommunications) and the macroeconomic, regulatory, and credit trends that influence corporate debt issuers in these industries. Knowledge of project and infrastructure finance in areas relevant to TMT, including sports finance and digital finance, is a plus. Has experience leading effective, high-performing teams at scale, with demonstrated success managing multiple sector teams/geographies and building robust succession pipelines. Has demonstrated an ability to develop talent and foster potential of junior analysts. Has prior experience at a credit rating agency or in a closely related credit role (e.g., corporate credit analysis, capital markets). Understands the functioning of the debt capital markets. Has a network of relationships within the debt capital markets and TMT sector. Why Choose Fitch Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required 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 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 from them before beginning work. Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive 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. FOR NEW YORK AND CHICAGO ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $270,000 and $310,000 per year. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr