US Corporates - Senior Analyst, Technology, Media & Telecom

Fitch is seeking an Analyst for coverage of the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sector.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

- has a keen interest in the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology industries;

- has solid financial statement analysis skills;
- wants to deepen their exposure to and understanding of the debt capital markets;
- has a strong pattern of leadership and the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders, both within and outside of the organization.

Qualitative credentials will weigh meaningfully in the selection of the candidate. A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity is critical, along with a willingness and ability to attack and explain topics of analytical complexity. Fitch is a team-oriented work environment, so excellent communication skills are essential, as is a high productivity work-ethic and results oriented mindset.

Essential Functions of this position include:

-Performing analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing the credit quality of companies in the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sectors;
- Maintaining comprehensive financial models;
- Participating alongside senior analysts in meetings with Telecommunications, Media, and Technology industry management teams;
- Helping senior analysts prepare presentations for internal credit rating committees;
- Participating in the evaluation of other credits within Corporates, as well as other related credit groups.

Position Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree;

- 3+ years of analytical experience

- CFA/CPA or CFA candidate preferred;
- relevant experience a plus, especially coverage or knowledge of the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sectors;
- capital markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus;
- Expertise in Excel and Word;
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change;
- Ability to excel in a team oriented environment.

FOR NEW YORK AND CHICAGO ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $85,000 and $110,000. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch's total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.