Associate Director, Corporate Ratings, Frankfurt

Fitch Ratings is currently seeking an Associate Director based out of our Frankfurt office.

As one of the world's top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets by providing supplementary 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.

At Fitch Ratings, credit analysts play a pivotal role in moving markets, as quality credit analysis is the lifeblood of our organization. With a legacy of over a century, our unique approach to credit ratings offers unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Embracing a "challenger mindset," you'll join a team dedicated to innovating service to our clients. Our people-driven analysis thrives on collaboration across all levels and locations, surpassing traditional financial modeling. Lastly, as part of our global community, you'll find inspiration, challenge, and support, with ample opportunities for visibility and influence in the global financial marketplace.

Want to learn more about a career as a credit analyst at Fitch Ratings? Visit: https://careers.fitch.group/content/Credit-Analysts/

About the Team:

The successful candidate will be joining a 10 personnel-strong, and growing, EMEA Real Estate team which covers public and private REITs and property companies, and open-ended funds. You will be working alongside an existing AD in the Frankfurt team, ensuring quick onboarding.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Working within the pan-European team to provide credit ratings on real estate entities.
• Everyday events need timely rating re-evaluations.
• Writing rating reports and high-quality research on sectors and geographies
• Direct liaison with issuers' executive-level management teams
• Field debt investor enquiries.
• Undertaking external presentations.

You May be a Good Fit if:

• You have experience in real estate funding, and/or knowledge of the real estate sector with financial knowledge including a solid understanding of financial statements
• You like blending financial analysis with real estate fundamentals
• Want a job that will survive AI threats: as Fitch's ratings and research provide greater depth
• Able to meet pre-set deadlines as well as quickly turnaround event-based rating re-evaluations
• Able to undertake occasional travel across Europe to meet issuers' executive management teams and visit assets
• You have a career objective of developing a reputation as a credit expert and an industry authority, and enjoy critical thinking

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Good communication skills
• Experience in the real estate sector: Germany and pan-European
• Ability to excel in a team-orientated environment

Why Choose Fitch:

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required
• A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programmes designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programmes 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

At Fitch, AI is embedded in how we work every day-supporting smarter decision-making, streamlining workflows, and enabling new ways to create value for our business and clients. Intelligent solutions are increasingly part of our day-to-day operations, helping teams work more efficiently and think differently as we continue to evolve. We're looking for colleagues who are comfortable operating in an AI-enabled environment-or who are curious, adaptable, and eager to build their AI literacy over time. We value professionals who embrace technology as part of continuous learning and who are committed to using it thoughtfully to enhance how work gets done.

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