Director, Head Risk and Macro Research, Americas
Listed on 2026-11-02
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Management
Risk Manager/Analyst
Location: New York
Job Description
Fitch Solutions is currently seeking Head of Americas Country Risk Research based out of our New York office. Fluent in Spanish or Portuguese is preferred.
Fitch Solutions is a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. It informs investment strategies, strengthens risk management capabilities and helps identify strategic opportunities. Its analysts, lawyers, journalists and economists offer in-depth views on credit markets/risk and individual credits, ESG, developed and emerging markets, and industry sectors. Fitch Solutions is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in over 30 countries.
Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.
By becoming a part of the Fitch Solutions team, you will join a group of colleagues delivering critical data, insightful research, and comprehensive analytics that empower clients to make informed decisions. You'll work in a dynamic environment where innovation is encouraged, and collaboration is key to developing solutions that address the evolving needs of global markets. With a portfolio of best-in-class, award winning brands, we offer you the opportunity to advance your career while contributing to a company known for its expertise and commitment to excellence.
Key Responsibilities:- Leadership & Team Management: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of country risk analysts, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and professional growth. Set clear expectations and support team members through coaching, training, and development initiatives.
- Strategic Direction & Editorial Oversight: Drive the editorial and analytical strategy for the Americas country risk team, ensuring the delivery of insightful, high-quality data, analytics and insights. Provide thought leadership on macroeconomic and political risk issues.
- Representation & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the leading representative for BMI on Americas country risk, presenting views and forecasts to clients, industry stakeholders, and at major events. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners, including macroeconomic and political risk analysts, industry teams, and commercial colleagues.
- Analytical Excellence: Act as the primary analytical lead for a portfolio of key countries and thematic research, ensuring rigorous analysis and accurate forecasting across macroeconomic indicators.
- Commercial Focus: Demonstrate a keen understanding of the commercial value of research and data, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance and commercialize our content to meet client needs. Collaborate closely with sales teams to support clients and drive business growth.
- Project Contribution & Team Initiatives: Contribute to wider research projects and initiatives, supporting cross-functional collaboration and innovation.
Experience:
- Significant experience in country risk and economic analysis and forecasting, with a strong focus on the Americas.
- Proven experience managing and developing a team of analysts.
- MA/MSc in Economics or equivalent relevant work experience.
- Fluent spoken and written English;
Spanish proficiency an advantage - Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
- Strong public speaking ability and confidence in representing BMI at industry events.
- Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex concepts clearly and simply.
- Advanced analytical capabilities, including handling large datasets and forecasting key macroeconomic indicators.
- Ability to prioritise, manage deadlines, and perform under pressure.
- Commercially minded, with a deep understanding of the business intelligence value proposition.
Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses:
Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.
Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch's credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment.
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