US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director - Sports (Technology, Media & Telecom) - New York

At Fitch, we have an open culture where employees are able to exchange ideas and perspectives, throughout the organization, irrespective of their seniority. Your voice will be heard allowing you to have a real impact. We embrace diversity and appreciate authenticity encouraging an environment where employees can be their true selves. Our inclusive and progressive approach helps us to keep a balanced perspective. Fitch is also committed to supporting its employees by advancing conversations around diversity, equity and inclusion. Fitch’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have been established by employees who have joined together as a workplace community based on similar backgrounds or life experiences. Fitch’s ERGs are available to connect employees with others within the organization to offer professional and personal support. With our expertise, we are not only creating data and information, but also producing timely insights from every angle to influence decision making in this ever changing and highly competitive market. We have a relentless hunger to innovate and unlock the power of human insights and to drive value for our customers. There has never been a better time to make an impact and we invite you to join us on this journey. US Corporates – Credit Analyst, Director – Sports (Technology, Media & Telecom) The Director position within the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology Group at Fitch Ratings is a pivotal role that involves leading the analysis of sports transactions. This group is responsible for covering a diverse range of sports and corporate credits based out of our Austin, New York, Chicago and Toronto office. Qualitative credentials will weigh meaningfully in the selection of the candidate. A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity is critical, along with a 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: Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies including global parental leave Inclusive Work Environment: Employee Resource Groups and collaborative culture Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days and matched charitable giving We'll Count on You To: Lead the analysis of sports transactions within TMT Maintain comprehensive financial models Lead meetings with management teams and advisors Prepare rating committee materials and published research Maintain a strong external analytic profile Participate in evaluation of other corporate credits What You Need to Have: Bachelor's degree CFA/CPA or CFA candidate preferred 10+ years of relevant experience Advanced Excel and Word skills Strong analytical and communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities Team-oriented mindset Relevant Sports and TMT experience a plus What Would Make You Stand Out: Experience in Sports and TMT industries Buy-side, sell-side, bank or rating agency credit experience Master’s degree or CFA Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management 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 of them before beginning work. Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative 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 $150,000 and $175,000 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. 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.

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