Risk Enhanced Analytics (Risk EA) - Associate Director or Director level - London

The Risk Enhanced Analytics (Risk EA) team supports Ratings Risk by performing data analysis, carrying out ad‑hoc project initiatives, and overseeing operations and reporting. Risk EA serves as a central resource for the Ratings Risk teams in their data and reporting needs. Risk EA’s broad scope includes operational duties, internal & regulatory reporting, data retrieval & analysis, automation & product development, system development, management & support, and infrastructure management. Risk EA is responsible for the full data lifecycle—from data retrieval and analysis through to the automation and development of reporting solutions and web‑based tools that deliver insights to stakeholders across Ratings Risk.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Develop and maintain internal reporting solutions that deliver timely and accurate ratings performance insights to support decision‑making across Ratings Risk.
• Drive automation initiatives to streamline and scale reporting processes, reducing manual effort and increasing consistency across the function.
• Contribute to the full data lifecycle—from sourcing and processing raw ratings data through to building web‑based tools and dashboards that make insights readily accessible to stakeholders within Ratings Risk.
• Support the publication of Transition and Default Studies, ensuring alignment with Fitch’s global regulatory compliance requirements.
• Conduct targeted, ad‑hoc data analysis to address specific business needs that fall outside of the core automated reporting suite.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders across Ratings Risk to continuously improve the quality, coverage, and usability of the team’s data products.

You May Be a Good Fit If

• 5–10 years of experience in credit rating analysis, credit rating modelling, or a related quantitative financial field.
• Strong proficiency in Python, with hands‑on experience applying it to data analysis and automation tasks.
• Proven ability to work with complex datasets and translate data into clear, actionable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively in a fast‑paced, data‑driven environment.

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Experience working with AI Agents and integrating them into analytical or operational workflows.
• Proficiency in SQL for data retrieval and manipulation.
• Experience with DevOps practices and tooling (e.g. GitHub, Airflow, Kubernetes).

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 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.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement

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.