Analyst / Senior Analyst, Model Development Team (Quantitative Analyst) - New York

Fitch is seeking a quantitative analyst to join its Model Development Team. The team is responsible for developing, enhancing, and maintaining analytical models used in the credit rating process. The successful candidate will work closely with other talented specialists and ratings analysts to develop working knowledge of credit modelling, rating methodology, and model governance framework.

Requirements

• Master's degree in quantitative disciplines such as Financial Engineering
• Programming and model development experience in Python or Excel/VBA
• Prior experience in credit risk or financial/cashflow modelling, including exposure to Excel/VBA/Python
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey technical concepts clearly
• Ability to solve problems using critical, rational and creative thinking
• Self-motivated with ability to manage timelines across multiple projects
• Strong work ethic and strong team player

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance