Senior Market Research Associate, Corporates, Infrastructure and Project Finance (New York)

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Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Senior Market Research Associate to join its Business Relationship Management (BRM) team focused on Corporates, Infrastructure and Project Finance based out of our New York office.

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.

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.

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How You’ll Make an Impact:  

• The candidate will support the US Corporate Finance BRM Team in managing and developing Fitch’s relationships both internally and externally
• Maintain and update Salesforce CRM data; prepare commercial agreements.
• Oversee engagement to invoicing including interacting with clients.
• Coordinate external stakeholder meetings and background materials.
• Build impactful presentations and marketing collateral.
• Research and validate new business opportunities using multi-source market data.
• Maintain market share data and support dashboards.

How You May be a Good Fit:

• Bachelor’s degree required and 2-3 years of post-college work experience; business/finance/economics/data analytics specialty preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills (lookups, index, pivots, macros, formulas, shortcuts).
• Strong PowerPoint and written communication skills; ability to learn new data systems.
• Ability to multitask and adapt; strong interpersonal/communication.
• Self-starter who can understand objectives, work independently and is highly motived.

What Would Make You Stand Out:  

• CRM knowledge; Debt Capital Markets/financial markets exposure and interest a plus.
• High level of focus on work quality and strong attention to detail.
• Integrity, curiosity, willingness to learn and a positive attitude.

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 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 $85,000 and $100,000 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.

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