At a Glance
- Tasks: Support senior managers in marketing plans and develop persuasive materials for new rating mandates.
- Company: Join Fitch Group, a leading credit ratings agency with a collaborative and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid work, comprehensive healthcare, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values your voice and supports community engagement.
- Why this job: Make an impact in global finance while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in finance or business, experience with marketing materials, and strong Excel skills.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
This job is with Fitch Group, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. 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.
Fitch Ratings’ Business Relationship Management (BRM) group is seeking a (Senior) Market Research Associate. This role will be based in Canary Wharf, London, at our joint global headquarters office. The corporate BRM team is responsible for expanding Fitch’s rating coverage across the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region by generating new issuer and debt rating mandates and developing the existing portfolio of corporate ratings. This position will support the business development and marketing efforts of senior relationship managers.
About the Team
- A varied role working across multiple industry sectors, geographies and rating categories
- Career development opportunities in business development, relationship management and marketing
- Access to high-quality training, learning and development opportunities
How You’ll Make an Impact:
- Support senior team members in developing and executing frontline marketing plans
- Build knowledge of core business development data and create marketing materials
- Develop in-depth knowledge of an industry sector to generate persuasive new marketing ideas
- Research and identify new transaction-driven rating opportunities
- Use online platforms to monitor market activity and trends
- Download and manage large datasets in Excel
- Keep marketing materials up to date
- Prioritise workflows and adapt to changing deadlines while maintaining strong attention to detail
You May be a Good Fit if:
- A degree-level education; a finance or business-related subject would be advantageous
- Experience preparing marketing or business development materials using PowerPoint
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with demonstrable experience researching, analysing and interpreting large datasets
- Experience using client relationship management systems, such as Salesforce
- Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently, with supervision and guidance from senior team members
- Proficiency in foreign languages may be beneficial
What Would Make You Stand Out:
- Financial industry experience gained through exposure to debt capital markets, banking, corporate finance or credit analysis
- Knowledge of online platforms such as Bloomberg, FactSet and Dealogic
- Team-oriented, with the confidence to build effective relationships
- Enthusiastic and willing to learn
Why Choose Fitch:
- Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required
- A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs
- Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs
- Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings
- Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies
- Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued
- Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days and matched funding for donations
At Fitch, AI is embedded in how we work every day—supporting smarter decision-making and streamlining workflows. We’re looking for colleagues who are comfortable operating in an AI-enabled environment. Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions.
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.
Senior Market Research Associate, Business Relationship Management, London employer: Fitch Group
Fitch Group is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration within its London-based Media Strategy & Communications team. Employees benefit from a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation, and ample opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the financial services sector.
