Structured Finance - CMBS Data Centers, Director
Listed on 2025-12-07
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Finance & Banking
Risk Manager/Analyst -
Management
Risk Manager/Analyst
Location: New York
Requisition
Business Unit:
Fitch Ratings
Category:
Credit Analysis & Research
Location:
New York, NY, US
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 a Director to join the Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) Data Centers group in our New York office.
About the TeamJoin a leadership team focused on strategic growth and innovation within the Commercial Real Estate (CRE) sector. Lead efforts to provide Fitch’s opinions and guidance to investors and market participants on North American Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) transactions. Foster a collaborative and team-oriented work environment.
How You’ll Make an Impact- Specialized role focusing on Data Centers including transaction analysis, market research and criteria development.
- Lead the assessment of credit strengths and risks of commercial real estate properties and related loan structures in the U.S. and Canadian markets.
- Oversee and enhance property cash flow underwriting and valuations.
- Guide the team in using quantitative analyses to evaluate property and loan-level characteristics and industry trends.
- Present and communicate complex rating conclusions to senior credit committees and stakeholders.
- Drive the publication of comprehensive transaction reports, rating commentaries, and research publications.
- You hold a bachelor's degree, with a preference for an advanced degree in finance, real estate, or a related field.
- You have over 7 years of experience in commercial real estate underwriting, valuation, or related fields including prior experience working on Data Center transactions or in a related role.
- You possess strong leadership skills with a proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams. Wait. Hmm. Scrolling. Ok. Better. Continue. Li>
- You have strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- You exhibit exceptional communication skills, including the ability to write clearly and persuasively.
You demonstrate advanced expertise in Excel, Word, and financial modeling.
- Extensive experience in securitization or capital markets is a significant advantage.
- Proven experience in loan workouts and/or lending.
- Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders and clients.
- 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:
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