Corporates Ratings - Associate Director (MD)

The role

The Associate Director will evaluate transactions across sectors including general corporates, power, renewable energy, and infrastructure. This role involves leading the rating process and authoring research within the Corporate, Project & Infrastructure Finance group.

What you will do

• Lead the rating process by preparing internal credit reports for rating committees
• Analyze cash flows and perform sector analysis
• Author research in Power, Energy and Renewable Finance sectors
• Assist in the development and evolution of rating methodologies and criteria
• Participate in the outreach process at issuer and investor meetings

Required qualifications

• 5+ years of experience performing credit analysis with exposure to Power, Energy and Renewable Finance companies/projects in a rating agency, buy-side, credit research, banking, or other similar envir
• Strong interest and relevant experience in ratings, fixed income research, origination, or capital markets
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills
• Strong quantitative skills including advanced capabilities with Excel and proficiency in financial statement analysis
• Ability to work, lead, and seamlessly integrate in a highly collegial, dynamic, and innovative work environment
• Strong academic background with a degree in finance, economics or management
• Able to manage time and resources in a fast-growing company

Nice to have

• MBA
• CFA
• Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and paid time off
• Paid family and disability leave
• 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
• Educational and professional development financial assistance
• Employee referral bonus program

About the company

Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA) is a full-service credit rating agency registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as an NRSRO.