Structured Finance - ABS, Associate Director - Chicago

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Structured Finance - ABS, Associate Director - 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 Associate Director to join the Asset-Backed Securities Group in our Chicago office.

Fitch Rating is adding a highly motivated credit professional to the Asset Backed Securities (ABS) team as an Associate Director. The position will be responsible for a wide range of projects including assuming a role in rating ABS transactions and authoring market commentary and research.

Successful candidates should demonstrate the ability to analyze and develop credit opinions related to ABS transactions, communicate credit opinions publicly and produce research on sector trends and developments.

The position covers the U.S. ABS market, with initial emphasis on auto loan and auto lease, and equipment leasing sectors.

About the Team:

• Fitch is a team-oriented work environment, so excellent communication skills are essential, as is a high productivity work-ethic and results oriented mindset
• An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency
• A role that helps the debt capital markets make more informed decisions via timely, insightful and forward-looking rating actions and research

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Analyze the critical credit, legal and structural elements of ABS transaction structures
• Assist in the development of ratings criteria, including writing relevant reports and developing recommendations to bolster analysis
• Deployment and implementation of cashflow models and tools used in the rating process
• Lead and/or support research projects
• Maintain assigned rating relationships

You May be a Good Fit if:

• An ideal candidate will have a BA/BS degree with a minimum of 4 years work experience with previous experience in structured finance and direct ABS experience is preferred
• Exceptional communication (particularly in writing) and strong quantitative and technical expertise are required
• The candidate will be self-motivated and able to manage timelines across many projects, so strong time management and organization abilities are also required
• Successful candidates will showcase strong understanding of credit fundamentals combined with a willingness and ability to quickly learn new concepts and techniques

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Previous experience in the Structured Finance sector from a credit perspective
• Experience with cash flow modeling or loss forecasting analysis

Why Choose Fitch:

• Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 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…