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Requisition ID: 50314
Business Unit: Fitch Ratings
Category: Credit Analysis & Research
Location: New York, NY, US
Date Posted: Jul 14, 2026
At Fitch, we have an open culture where employees are able to exchange ideas and perspectives, throughout the organization, irrespective of their seniority. Your voice will be heard allowing you to have a real impact. We embrace diversity and appreciate authenticity encouraging an environment where employees can be their true selves. Our inclusive and progressive approach helps us to keep a balanced perspective. Fitch is also committed to supporting its employees by advancing conversations around diversity, equity and inclusion. Fitch’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have been established by employees who have joined together as a workplace community based on similar backgrounds or life experiences. Fitch’s ERGs are available to connect employees with others within the organization to offer professional and personal support.
With our expertise, we are not only creating data and information, but also producing timely insights from every angle to influence decision making in this ever changing and highly competitive market. We have a relentless hunger to innovate and unlock the power of human insights and to drive value for our customers. There has never been a better time to make an impact and we invite you to join us on this journey.
US Corporates – Credit Analyst, Associate Director – REITs / Real Estate & Leisure
Fitch US Corporates is seeking an Associate Director for coverage in the REITs / Real Estate & Leisure sectors to join our team in our Toronto, Chicago or New York office
What We Offer:
- A team-oriented work environment.
- An opportunity to lead a sector team at a global rating agency.
- A role and platform that helps the debt capital markets make more informed decisions via timely, insightful and forward-looking rating actions and research.
We’ll Count on You To:
- Perform analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing credit quality of select real estate operating companies;
- Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models;
- Present analysis of companies to internal credit rating committees;
- Involvement in communicating rating rationale to external audiences (primarily institutional investors, sell-side analysts and media) in meetings, conference calls, press releases and written research reports;
- Participate in the evaluation of other credits within Corporates, as well as other related credit groups.
What You Need to Have:
- Bachelor's degree at minimum, MBA or other advanced degree a plus;
- CFA/CPA preferred;
- Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus;
- Expertise in Excel and Word;
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Ability to shift between multiple projects as priorities change;
- Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment.
What Would Make You Stand Out:
- has a demonstrated understanding of and a keen interest in the REIT sector; commercial real estate, leisure and similar property-linked securities;
- has professional capital markets and/or credit analysis experience and well-developed financial statement analysis and modeling skills;
- can interpret complex legal documents such as bank agreements and bond indentures;
- wants to deepen their exposure to and understanding of the debt capital markets;
- has a strong pattern of leadership and the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various internal and external stakeholders.
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.
FOR NEW YORK & CHICAGO ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $115,000 and $135,000. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.
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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 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
UNITED STATES ONLY: As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Fitch requires that all employees who receive a written offer of employment on or after October 4, 2021 be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. Fitch will consider requests for reasonable accommodations due to medical and/or religious reasons on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
FOR NEW YORK AND CALIFORNIA ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $110,000 and $140,000. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.
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Fitch's Business Analyst roles lean heavily on credit analysis, structured finance, and ratings methodology. Highlight coursework or experience in fixed income, risk modeling, or financial data systems to signal direct fit before your application reaches a recruiter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fitch Ratings sponsor H-1B visas for Business Analysts?
Yes, Fitch Ratings sponsors H-1B visas for Business Analyst roles. The company has an established pattern of supporting international hires in analytical and data-focused functions across its global offices. Sponsorship typically requires your role to qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards, which Business Analyst positions at a financial ratings firm generally satisfy given the degree requirements involved.
Which visa types does Fitch Ratings commonly sponsor for Business Analyst roles?
Fitch sponsors H-1B, E-3 visa (for Australian citizens), TN visa (for Canadian and Mexican nationals), and F-1 OPT and CPT for students and recent graduates. For longer-term pathways, Fitch also supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for qualifying Business Analysts, which involves PERM labor certification filed through the Department of Labor.
How do I apply for Business Analyst jobs at Fitch Ratings?
Applications go through Fitch's careers portal, where roles are listed by business unit and location. Migrate Mate also aggregates Fitch's open Business Analyst positions and filters by visa sponsorship eligibility, which is useful if you want to identify roles across multiple sponsoring employers at the same time. Tailoring your resume to Fitch's credit and ratings methodology improves your chances at the screening stage.
What qualifications does Fitch Ratings expect from Business Analyst candidates?
Fitch typically looks for a bachelor's degree or higher in finance, economics, accounting, or a related quantitative field. Practical experience with financial modeling, data analysis tools, or credit research is valued, particularly in roles supporting ratings teams. For specialty occupation visa purposes under USCIS guidelines, the degree requirement needs to be tied directly to the specific analytical functions of the role.
How do I plan my timeline if I need H-1B sponsorship at Fitch Ratings?
The H-1B cap lottery opens in March each year for an October 1 start date. If you receive an offer from Fitch outside that window and aren't already H-1B eligible, you may need to bridge your status using OPT extension or a cap-exempt pathway. Discuss this timeline with Fitch's HR team early, since USCIS premium processing can accelerate petition decisions to around 15 business days once the petition is filed.