Structured Finance - Structured Credit & CLOs, Director - Austin

Overview

Structured Finance
- Structured Credit & CLOs, Director
- Austin

Requisition

Business Unit:
Fitch Ratings

Category:
Credit Analysis & Research

Location:

Austin, TX, US

Date Posted:
Sep 23, 2025

Fitch Ratings is a global credit ratings agency providing supplementary credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, with headquarters in London and New York, and ownership by Hearst.

At Fitch Ratings, credit analysts play a pivotal role in moving markets. Our team emphasizes collaboration, professional growth, and a challenger mindset, delivering insightful rating actions and research to clients worldwide.

Role: Fitch Ratings is seeking a Director to join its Structured Credit group in Austin.

• A collaborative, team-oriented environment where excellent communication skills are essential
• An opportunity to lead and manage a team of analysts at a global rating agency
• A strategic role that influences debt capital markets by delivering timely, insightful, and forward-looking rating actions and research

• Lead the analysis of new and existing ratings on Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) using proprietary models, overseeing both new rating and surveillance teams
• Assess transaction documents with a focus on identifying and mitigating credit risks
• Prepare, present, and defend rating conclusions to senior credit committees
• Oversee the drafting of rating action commentary reports to clearly communicate rating decisions to market participants
• Drive the development and publication of recurring and special research publications
• Mentor and develop junior staff, promoting a culture of learning and development

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline (finance, accounting, economics, engineering, etc.)
• You have at least ten years of experience, preferably in the structured finance industry, with a proven track record of leadership
• You possess strong analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detail
• You have the ability to listen and incorporate others’ perspectives in a consensus-driven setting
• You demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility, initiative, and self-management
• You have a deep interest in capital markets and structured finance
• You are proficient with the Microsoft Office suite

• Advanced knowledge of programming languages is a plus
• Exceptional ability to convey complex subjects clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams and stakeholders

• 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 a generous global parental leave plan
• Inclusive Work Environment:
  Collaborative workplace with Employee Resource Groups
• Dedication to Giving Back:
  Paid volunteer days and matched donations

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. Employees must avoid conflicts of interest. If selected, you may be asked to declare securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to employment. If you or your immediate family have holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest 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.