Associate Director - Ratings Business Analytics - Competitor Intelligence / Strategy

Fitch Ratings is currently seeking an Associate Director based out of the Manchester office. The Ratings Business Analytics team provides high-quality, in-depth strategic analysis to drive better outcomes for Fitch Ratings. The team works closely with the Ratings Operations heads on business transformation initiatives, including developing business cases, evaluating cost/benefits for new initiatives, and reviewing and making recommendations on process re-engineering.

What We Offer:

• The Ratings Business Analytics team is a highly visible team that provides critical analyses and insights to senior management.
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment with driven individuals.
• Fitch Ratings is a global company with presence in over 30 countries, offering opportunities to work with diverse teams from around the world.

We’ll Count on You To:

• Perform ongoing competitor intelligence, identifying news on competitors’ activities including strategic announcements, M&A, product launches, financial results, etc.
• Compile and analyse data and research from internal and external sources.
• Work with senior team members to build clear insights on Fitch’s business performance and competitive positioning.
• Analyse market trends that impact Fitch Ratings’ business, including new and emerging markets, AI and technology trends, and other operational trends that influence the Ratings and broader financial services industry.
• Own aspects of monthly and quarterly reporting for senior management.
• Focus on automation and efficiency in producing regular reporting/analysis and propose improvements to processes.
• Assist in the production of business cases with actionable recommendations – to support high-level decision-making on operations, strategy, tactics and change initiatives.
• Participate and/or lead competitor intelligence deep dives on specific topics.
• Participate in the development of presentations that communicate Fitch’s business and/or operational strategies, objectives and plans to senior management and executive audiences.

What You Need to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, finance, economics, or similar analytical fields.
• 4+ years’ experience working in a consulting, in-house strategy, or strategic financial planning and analysis role, ideally related to credit rating agencies, financial services, or the debt capital markets.
• Experience in building business cases/presentations that identify important trends and deliver data-driven insights.
• The ability to create structured, detailed and compelling presentations addressed to various audiences within the organization.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively and prioritise different assignments whilst maintaining accuracy and adhering to tight deadlines.
• A collaborative nature; a team player who works effectively with colleagues and project stakeholders.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Prior Credit Ratings experience or knowledge.
• Experience presenting to senior stakeholders and audiences.

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. We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.

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. The additional context, perspective and insights we provide have helped fund a century of growth and enables our clients to make important credit judgements with confidence.

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