Technology Credit Research, Director (New York)

Technology Credit Research, Director (New York)

CreditSights is currently seeking a Senior Analyst - Technology based out of our New York or Charlotte office. CreditSights offers award-winning, unbiased research on global credit markets, empowering clients to make informed investment decisions. With offices in New York, London, Singapore, Glasgow, Denver, and Charlotte, we serve a diverse global institutional client base, including banks, investment advisors, mutual funds, and hedge funds. As a leading voice in credit research, our expert insights are featured in top publications such as Bloomberg, The Wall Street Journal, and Financial Times. As a Fitch Solutions Company, we provide a dynamic environment fostering professional growth and innovation, where you collaborate with seasoned analysts to deliver critical intelligence in complex financial markets.

CreditSights was founded 25 years ago with the goal of producing insightful, impartial research that would allow our clients to make prudent, profitable investment decisions in the global credit markets. CreditSights is a Fitch Solutions Company.

Working at CreditSights offers the chance to be part of a premier independent credit research firm, renowned for its in-depth analysis and insights. You'll collaborate with a team of seasoned analysts, delivering critical intelligence that helps clients navigate complex financial markets. This dynamic environment encourages professional growth and innovation, enabling you to make a meaningful impact in the field of credit research.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Lead research coverage in the Technology sector by conducting fundamental credit analysis of companies in the fintech, software, networking equipment and further expansion.
• Publish frequently on a portfolio of credits and market themes.
• Have a deep understanding of the US and global regulatory frameworks, and the implications of those for investing in the sector.
• Meet current and prospective clients to discuss and to market CreditSights' research, in conjunction with our sales team.
• Collaborate with a market-leading Credit Strategy team on sector-level and market themes and views.
• Interact with colleagues in our London and Singapore offices on research topics to establish common views on the market outlook and sectoral views.

You May be a Good Fit if:

• At least 7 years' experience conducting credit research related to the US Technology or tangential sector.
• A record of previous publications is preferred.
• Strong financial modelling skills.
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to write clearly, quickly and prolifically.
• A record of extensive issuer and investor interaction.
• Ability to multi-task, with a strong work ethic.
• Undergraduate / post graduate degree.
• CFA designation seen favorably.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• High market recognition of the existing US Technology sector.
• Familiarity with research publication process and market dynamics.
• A can-do attitude to publish research quickly.
• A flexible attitude to pivot to the latest investment considerations from clients.

Why Choose CreditSights:

• 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
• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community

Our global institutional client base includes banks, investment advisors, mutual funds, pension managers, insurance companies, hedge funds, private equity investors and corporations. The independent research we provide is a leading voice in global credit markets, with our experts contributing to market news in Bloomberg, CNBC, Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Business Insider, Barron's and many more.

CreditSights is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect CreditSights' 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 CreditSights 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.

CreditSights 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 ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $180,000 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, job location 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.