Public Finance, Director Toronto

As one of the worlds top three credit ratings agencies Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets by providing credit analysis ratings research and commentary to financial market participants. For over 100 years Fitch Ratings has been creating value for global markets through its rigorous analysis and deep expertise which have resulted in a variety of market leading tools methodologies indices research and analytical products. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries which also includes Fitch Solutions. With dual headquarters in London and New York Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Explore a career at Fitch Ratings and youll join a collaborative network of curious minds. Here our differences are our strengths - in life as well as our work. Together we work with integrity and objectivity to provide clarity to the worlds financial markets. We pride ourselves on our ability to harness the ideas expertise and professionalism of our global workforce which is integral to our continued success. The accessibility and depth of experience of our industry leading analysts combined with our broad sector credentials allow us to help market participants make important credit decisions with confidence.

Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Director based out of our Toronto office.

The International Public Finance Group (IPF) within Fitch Ratings is responsible for assigning and maintaining international credit ratings on public entities and their debt issues. The group currently maintains more than 400 public ratings (and a number of private ratings) on local and regional governments government-related and not-for-profit entities in Canada Latin America Europe Africa and Asia. The group consists of approximately 50 analysts based in 17 offices globally including 8 offices in Europe and 4 in Latin America. Toronto is Fitchs fourth largest and fast-growing office globallywith a Fitch staff of about 300 including 125 Fitch Ratings analysts.

The successful candidate will have strong current experience in economics policy accounting and financial analysis preferably in public finance or government finance. The role will focus on credit analysis for Canadian local and regional governments government-related and not-for-profit entities. Canada is a strategic growth priority for Fitch with the candidate expected to support the expansion of Fitchs presence there. Opportunities for analytical coverage assignments for entities in Europe and Latin America are also likely. Additionally the candidate should be comfortable actively engaging with analysts in other groups including sovereigns project finance corporates financial institutions and others on credit-relevant topics.

How Youll Make an Impact:

• Monitoring a portfolio of issuer ratings preparing rating committee documentation and discussing credit in management meetings rating committees and market participants.
• Writing and publishing comprehensive rating reports on individual issuers.
• Preparing for and participating in management meetings with the senior fiscal leadership of rated entities.
• Participating in credit rating committees for local and regional governments and public entities in both your own region and other countries.
• Publishing sector-specific research and insightful commentaries.
• Responding to external queries from investors bankers and other fixed income market participants and the media together with more senior analysts.
• Always complying with Fitch policies and procedures and with external regulators requirements for credit rating agencies.
• Traveling when necessary for meetings conferences and other activities.
• Other duties as required.

You May be a Good Fit if:

• You are comfortable working independently in an international environment.
• You can participate in or lead team projects on research ratings or operational matters to meet near-term deadlines and annual goals.
• You manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• You are able to sustain a moderate degree of travel mostly domestically.
• You have the ability to assess situations and support your assessment with excellent analytical writing and communication skills.
• You have proficient knowledge of standard business and database software.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Interest and experience in both the finance and policy worlds including familiarity with economic data tax policy budgetary and financial reports governmental organization interest rates debt markets and accounting.
• Fluency in both English and French both verbal and written is highly desirable. Knowledge of Spanish Portuguese or other languages beneficial.
• Advanced education in Finance Economics Political Science Policy and/or Data Science

Why Choose Fitch:

• 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 workplacewhere all voices are valued withEmployee 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