Senior Vice President, Credit Practices - Asset Finance in London

Senior Vice President, Credit Practices - Asset Finance in London

London Full-Time 70000 - 195566 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Morningstar Credit Ratings, LLC

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead and mentor teams in Asset Finance credit analysis and methodology development.
  • Company: Join a leading ratings agency committed to equal opportunity and innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus potential, hybrid work model, and supportive work-life balance.
  • Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Why this job: Make a significant impact in the finance sector while advancing your career.
  • Qualifications: 15+ years in credit analysis with expertise in Asset Finance required.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 195566 £ per year.

About the Role

Morningstar DBRS’s Fundamental Ratings Team is seeking a highly motivated individual with a deep and broad interest in Asset Finance to join its team as a Senior Vice President within the Credit Practices Group. The ideal candidate will bring at least 15 years of experience, preferably with significant experience at a rating agency covering sectors within Asset Finance. The successful candidate will work closely with other members of the Credit Practices Team, as well as the various rating groups.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a subject‑matter expert to analytical teams covering Asset Finance (including Project Finance, PPP and Infrastructure), as well as other sectors.
  • Provide guidance on complex credit issues including appropriate application of Methodology(ies), credit implications of global and/or regional macroeconomic conditions and sector trends.
  • Participate in and chair rating committees.
  • Identify cross‑sector themes, macroeconomic developments, and systemic risks affecting credit quality.
  • Contribute to Morningstar DBRS thought leadership.
  • Support the development, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance of Morningstar DBRS methodologies across multiple asset classes.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years of fundamental credit experience, with substantial exposure at a rating agency, lending institution, private credit platform, or comparable organization.
  • Demonstrated depth of experience in Asset Finance credit sectors (e.g., Project Finance, PPP and Infrastructure).
  • Strong foundation in financial analysis, including both theoretical frameworks and practical application.
  • Proven experience managing and mentoring analytical teams in a performance‑driven environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex analyses for senior audiences.
  • Strong research and analytical capabilities, with a high level of attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining high‑quality output.
  • Proactive, collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, data science, economics, or a related discipline required; advanced degrees (Masters, MBA, CFA) preferred.

Compensation

  • Base Salary: £134,700.00–£195,566.66
  • Bonus Target: 30% annual

Benefits

Morningstar’s hybrid work environment requires employees to work in‑person at least four days a week, while offering flexibility and a range of benefits to support work‑life balance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Morningstar is strongly committed to creating and preserving equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We make all employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and other personnel matters—without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, gender identity and expression, parental status, or other legally protected characteristics or conduct.

Morningstar Credit Ratings, LLC

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Vice President, Credit Practices - Asset Finance in London

Asset Finance Expertise
Credit Analysis
Methodology Application
Macroeconomic Analysis
Project Finance Knowledge
PPP and Infrastructure Understanding
Financial Analysis