Director​/Senior Director, Credit Commentary & Research - Cross​/Macro-Credit Research

Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Director or Senior Director based out of our New York, Toronto or Chicago office.

Credit Commentary & Research (CCR) is a global cross-sector credit research team. We are responsible for Fitch Ratings’ cross-sector and Macro-Credit research including long‑form on key credit themes such as the Global Risk Outlook, Global Credit Outlook and regional Credit Brief reports and other ad hoc thematic research.

In partnership with ratings analysts, we also manage the Fitch Wire product - high‑volume, short‑form research focused on timely analysis on topical issues of significant interest to investors. We are a part of Fitch Ratings’ Risk department and report to the Chief Credit & Risk Officer. We have analysts in New York, Toronto, London and Hong Kong.

• Drive macro‑credit/cross‑sector research and Fitch Wire commentary, ensuring delivery against objectives and alignment with strategic priorities as set by the Head of CCR. This includes responsibility for product innovation and quality control
• Identify key credit themes/risks, and execute research projects independently and through the direction of the Head of CCR. This will require building and maintaining strong working relationships with key stakeholders
• Coordinate with other members of the CCR team to help develop and drive research themes and ideas within the wider company
• Identify research gaps in our output, especially for macro‑credit themes that require coordination across groups
• Drive new research product innovations based on feedback from key stakeholders
• Author 90 Fitch Wires and 9 longer research reports on major credit themes, working in collaboration with ratings analysts.

• Deep analytical experience with a ratings agency, research firm, sell‑side or buy‑side investment firm
• Versatile research analyst with top‑down, cross‑sector publication
• A track record of driving research outcomes, including idea generation and product innovation within the financial industry
• Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively in a consensus culture
• Ability to think laterally and work as a cross‑sector/cross‑geography analyst
• Analytical economics experience
• Preference is for the role to be New York based, but open to applicants in Toronto or Chicago

• A deep and diverse track record of publishing financial/credit research that demonstrates a high degree of sectoral versatility and macro knowledge
• Passion for financial research (including sell‑side, buy‑side, ratings agency, independent research firm) with a strong interest in research innovation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including a demonstrated ability to participate in external outreach via webinars, podcasts or other media
• Samples of past research/analysis with examples of driving a new research product from idea to execution

• 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 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 Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community

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…