Structured Finance - CMBS, Senior Analyst - Chicago

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.

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Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Senior Analyst based out of our Chicago office.

• Fitch Ratings is a global company with a presence in over 30 countries, offering opportunities to work with diverse teams and clients from around the world
• An opportunity to be part of a team of analysts performing CRE analysis on securitized loans and a portfolio of CMBS transactions
• Provide Fitch’s opinions and perspectives to investors and other market participants on all North American CMBS transactions
• A team-oriented work environment

• Identify and assess credit strengths and risks of U.S. and Canadian commercial real estate properties, including market analysis, property-level fundamentals and industry-specific trends that may impact loan performance.
• Use quantitative skills to analyze property, loan level and portfolio-level characteristics as well as industry trends within an assigned portfolio. Includes detailed property cash flow analysis and updated property valuations on performing and non-performing loans.
• Prepare detailed committee materials and communicate rating conclusions to credit committee.
• Publish detailed rating commentaries and research reports.

• Hold a bachelor's degree
• Have over 2 years of direct experience in underwriting, valuing, or working out commercial real estate
• Possess expertise in Excel and Word
• Demonstrate strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills with the ability to multitask
• Are familiar with commercial property types
• Exhibit effective communication skills, including strong writing ability
• Can shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change

• Securitization or capital markets experience a plus
• Loan workout and/or lending experience a plus

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
• 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…