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Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Structured Finance - Alternative Structured Credit, Associate Director - Toronto Requisition ID: 48832 Business Unit: Fitch Ratings Category: Credit Analysis & Research Location: Toronto, ON, CA Date Posted: Oct 7, 2025 About Fitch Ratings: Fitch Ratings is one of the worlds top three credit ratings agencies. We provide credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries, including Fitch Solutions. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst. At Fitch Ratings, credit analysts play a pivotal role in moving markets through quality credit analysis. Our collaborative, people-driven approach emphasizes growing professional capabilities, challenging traditional financial modeling, and offering visibility and influence in the global financial marketplace. Want to learn more about a career as a credit analyst at Fitch Ratings? Visit: Fitch Ratings is seeking an Associate Director to join its Alternative Structured Credit group in our Toronto office. The individual will focus on new transaction proposals that incorporate securitization principals of various types of rated note feeders, synthetic risk transfers, structured credit loan facilities, CLO lite structures, and other private credit transactions backed by debt. About the Team: A collaborative, team-oriented work environment where excellent communication skills are essential An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency A role that aids debt capital markets in making more informed decisions through timely, insightful, and forward-looking rating actions and research How Youll Make an Impact: Analyze critical credit, legal, and structural elements of transaction proposals Acting as primary or secondary analyst for transaction ratings in a highly dynamic sector. This includes forming analytical views and recommendations, presenting these to rating committees and defending credit views in discussions with issuers and investors Contribute to the development of rating criteria, including forming recommendations to bolster analysis and iteratively improve existing frameworks Lead and/or support sector trend research reports and projects You May be a Good Fit if: You hold a Bachelor's or Masters degree in a quantitative discipline such as finance, accounting, or economics You have at least 4 years of experience in the financial industry, preferably but not necessarily related to Structured Credit, Structured Finance, Fund Finance or Corporate Direct Lending You possess strong analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detail You demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility, initiative, and self-management You are proficient with the Microsoft Office suite; knowledge of programming languages is a plus but not required What Would Make You Stand Out: Ability to convey complex subjects clearly and concisely Open-mindedness and ability to understand alternative viewpoints Demonstrated competency in credit analysis Proficiency with rating agency methodologies and experience assessing credit risk Why Choose Fitch: Hybrid Work Environment: 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 Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitchs credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr