US Corporates - Associate Director, Retail & Consumer - Toronto

Fitch is seeking an Associate Director, Retail & Consumer for their North American Corporates Group. The role involves leading coverage of the Retail and Consumer sector, developing financial models, conducting meetings with industry management teams, and presenting analysis to internal credit rating committees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree at minimum, MBA or other advanced degree a plus
• CFA/CPA preferred
• 4+ years relevant experience, which must include some coverage or knowledge of the Retail & Consumer sectors
• Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus
• Employee management 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

Benefits

• Opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency
• Team-oriented work environment
• Diverse and inclusive culture
• Global opportunities to work with diverse teams and clients
• Mentor junior members of the Retail & Consumer sector
• Managerial responsibilities