About the role

Sr Analyst handling credit ratings for banks at Fitch Ratings. Producing research, insights, and analyses in the financial market sector from Monterrey.

Responsibilities

Undertake, as a Primary or Secondary Analyst, credit ratings on new rating mandates as well as monitoring of existing ratings with adherence to Fitch criteria and processes.
Perform analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing the credit quality of banks.
Provide active support to other senior members of the team in data collection, macro/microeconomic research, peer comparisons, internal tools, among other operational tasks.
Actively participate in rating committees, offering your opinion and insight.
Closely follow market developments surrounding rated transactions and issuers; taking necessary rating action where required.
Communicate rating rationale to external audiences (i.e. rated entities), press releases and written research reports.
Conduct regular Issuer/Sector/Market research to assist with your analysis and compile rating reports and committee packages.
Participate in internal discussions on sector-wide credit issues that could lead to publication of research reports.
Publish external research (including issuer reports, special sector reports, presentations).
Assist in external outreach or take responsibility where required.
Financial data entry and maintain up-to-date databases/systems.

Analytical experience performing credit analysis in financial institutions (bank/investment bank, regulator, investment manager or similar or consultancy/accounting firm).
Bachelor’s Degree. Finance related degree is desired, but open to see other degrees.
Deep understanding of macroeconomic variables as well as of financial statements and ratio analysis.
Strong analytical, quantitative and organizational skills.
Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change.
Technical Proficiency (Excel/Word/PowerPoint, Data Analytics).
Ability to analyze Banks in depth for the purpose of assigning credit ratings, strong understanding of macro financial system risks.
Resourcefulness in terms of managing challenges associated with data collection and analysis.
Confident and articulate in communicating with internal/external constituents, with strong business English writing skills and oral communication skills.
Demonstrable inquisitive, broad-minded and forward-thinking analytical nature, with international perspectives in relation to credit matters.
Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
Able to work independently yet contribute to team objectives.

Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required while 2 days are designated for home-office.
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.
Multiple Perks: 20 days of vacation starting on your first work anniversary, plus 5 days for personal use and 4 weeks of flexible remote work.