Counterparty Credit Risk Financial Institutions recruitment

My client is a leading ratings agency seeking a mid level candidate (flexibility around level) for the North American Financial Institutions Group. The position will involve working with senior members of the Financial Institutions team on all aspects of the rating process with progression to taking full responsibility for a portfolio of companies. The Financial Institutions Group encompasses analysis of banks, thrifts, securities firms, asset managers, consumer finance, commercial finance, leasing, credit unions, mortgage companies, and GSEs.

Primary duties as a lead analyst will include: conducting onsite meetings with company management; performing analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors; presenting companies to the firm’s internal credit rating committee; communicating ratings and rating rationale to senior management; and writing and publishing research reports. Position will also require active role in assisting in related industry studies. The qualified candidate should have 3-8 years of direct credit risk experience with some time directly covering the financial services industry. Must be a self-motivated professional who works well in a team environment, must demonstrate strong writing and communication skills, experience with spread sheet creation and analysis, and the ability to handle numerous projects simultaneously.

If interested, please contact Emily with Huxley Associates to learn more!