Analyst/Senior Analyst, Model Development Team

Join to apply for the Analyst/Senior Analyst, Model Development Team - London role at Fitch Ratings.As one of the world’s 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 you’ll 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 world’s 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 Quantitative Analyst – Analyst/Senior Analyst based out of our London office.About The TeamThe Model Development Team (MDT) plays a critical role in designing, enhancing and maintaining the credit rating models that underpin Fitch Rating’s analytical processes. It is part of the Analytical Group with thirty talented modelling specialists located in the UK, US and China. We work very closely with the ratings team to design and develop models applying the relevant rating methodologies rigorously, accurately and efficiently. The team works in a dynamic, collegial and collaborative environment that values innovation and analytical rigor whilst supporting team members’ professional development.How You’ll Make An ImpactGain and leverage valuable knowledge of credit modelling, rating methodology and criteriaContribute to the development of models across a diverse set of sectors, including Corporates, Infrastructure and Project Finance, Financial Institutions, and Governments and Public FinanceTeam up with other talented specialists to research, design, implement and enhance models, conduct comprehensive testing, and prepare model documentation.Leverage the opportunity to contribute to other team initiatives such as trainings, research projects and user/client supportYou May Be a Good Fit IfMaster’s degree in quantitative disciplines such as Financial EngineeringProgramming and model development experience in Excel/VBA and Python or RAbility to solve problems using critical, rational and creative thinkingStrong verbal and written communication skills; ability to convey technical concepts clearlyStrong work ethic and strong team playerWhat Would Make You Stand OutPrior experience in credit risk, financial/cashflow or statistical modelling, with hands-on exposure in Excel/VBA, Python or RSelf-motivated with ability to manage timelines across multiple projectsWhy Choose FitchHybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office requiredA Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunityInvesting in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goalsPromoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeingSupportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectivelyInclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globeDedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your communityFitch 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. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.Fitch 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr