Structured Finance - ABS, Analyst - Chicago

Structured Finance - ABS, Analyst - Chicago

Requisition

Business Unit:
Fitch Ratings

Category:
Credit Analysis & Research

Location:

Chicago, IL, US

Date Posted:
Jan 6, 2026

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.

Fitch Ratings is seeking an Analyst to join its Asset‑Backed Securities (ABS) group in our Chicago office.

The position provides opportunities to grow credit understanding across consumer ABS through monitoring macro trends and impacts to pool and ABS rating performance. The analyst will join a growing team covering consumer sectors such as auto loan and lease, credit cards, and unsecured installment loans.

Successful candidates should demonstrate the ability to develop credit views, have experience analyzing performance trends and have strong communication skills (written and verbal).

• Develop your presence in the ABS market while broadening your knowledge across different sectors, structures, and markets.
• Join a collaborative, global team dedicated to producing timely, insightful, and forward‑looking credit analysis and research that informs the debt capital markets.

• Analyze key credit, legal, and structural aspects of ABS transactions.
• Support rating workflows by assisting in the analysis and monitoring of a portfolio of ABS transactions.
• Utilize cashflow models to help form opinions on future performance.
• Stay up to date on sector trends and communicate your findings effectively within the team and to external stakeholders.
• Contribute to research reports and special projects focused on sector trends.

• You hold a BA/BS degree and have at least 3 years of relevant work experience (excluding internships).
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills.
• You are comfortable analyzing large datasets and deriving meaningful conclusions.
• You enjoy working collaboratively and have strong interpersonal skills.
• You have a good understanding of finance fundamentals and current economic conditions.
• You are eager to learn new concepts, ask questions, and grow your expertise.

• Direct experience with ABS credit or structured finance is a plus, but not required.
• Thoughtful perspectives on economic trends and their impact on consumer credit performance.
• Passion for analysis, attention to detail, and a desire to build a career in credit research and ratings.

• 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
• Pro…