Financial Institutions

3 days ago

London, United Kingdom Fitch Group, Inc. Full time
Financial Institutions - Credit Analyst, Associate Director/Director - Insurance Ratings - London

Requisition ID: 47247

Business Unit: Fitch Ratings

Category: Credit Analysis & Research

Location: London, GB

Date Posted: Oct 22, 2024

We are currently seeking a credit analyst at Associate Director or Director level to fill an opening in our UK insurance team in our London office. The position involves working with members of the team on all aspects of the rating process, primarily on for the UK Life Insurance portfolio.

What We Offer:

  • An excellent opportunity to work in a high-visibility outward facing role as an expert in the UK Life insurance sector, in which Fitch Ratings has a market-leading franchise.
  • The chance to work in a dynamic well-regarded team with opportunity for growth and development, in a collegiate and supportive environment.

We’ll Count on You To:

  • Act as lead and secondary analyst on a portfolio of rated insurers, primarily in the UK Life and UK Non-Life insurance sectors.
  • Produce timely topical or market commentary in support of analytical work.
  • Engage with investors, bankers, regulators and media on Fitch’s ratings and analytical views.
  • Present analysis of rated insurers to Fitch's internal credit rating committees.
  • Lead onsite meetings with insurance executive management teams.
  • Prepare and publish issuer and industry research reports.

What You Need to Have:

  • Strong analytical skills and industry knowledge: experience in the UK Life insurance sector; expert understanding of insurance and financial services regulation and reporting, particularly regulatory Solvency standards.
  • Strong credit knowledge: exercising sound credit intuition in order to ascertain risks and rating drivers for insurance companies.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills: communicates constructively with various stakeholders, demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills; self-motivated professional who works well in a team environment.
  • Time management: prioritizes and recognizes key credit elements and focuses on these points. Rating reviews may have strict deadlines set by regulation and Fitch’s policies. Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
  • Flexibility: Willingness to work on ratings in other countries and travel within EMEA as the wider team’s rating coverage grows.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

  • Qualified Actuary (Associate or Fellow) would be particularly suited for the role.
  • Experience working within the UK Life insurance sector either within firms, in consulting or in regulation.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in insurance accounting standards, especially IFRS 17.
  • Ability to communicate analysis and views in a cogent fashion.
  • Demonstrated track record of initiative and achievement.

Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest.

Fitch Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

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