Managing Director, Technology, Media

Fitch's U.S. & Canada Corporates rating team is seeking a Managing Director to lead the Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) industry family in our New York, Chicago, or Toronto office.

The role reports to the Regional Head of U.S. & Canada Corporates, is a member of the Regional Division's Senior Leadership Team, and entails managing a team of ~40 analysts covering 400+ issuers while overseeing ratings processes, analytical research, outreach, and criteria development, and representing Fitch externally at a senior level.

As one of the world's top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets by providing supplementary credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. For over 100 years, Fitch Ratings has been creating value for global markets through its rigorous analysis and deep expertise, which have resulted in a variety of market leading tools, methodologies, indices, research, and analytical products. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries, which also includes 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, as quality credit analysis is the lifeblood of our organization. With a legacy of over a century, our unique approach to credit ratings offers unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Embracing a "challenger mindset," you'll join a team dedicated to innovating service to our clients. Our people-driven analysis thrives on collaboration across all levels and locations, surpassing traditional financial modeling. Lastly, as part of our global community, you'll find inspiration, challenge, and support, with ample opportunities for visibility and influence in the global financial marketplace.

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The ideal candidate:

• Has broad and deep knowledge across TMT sectors and the macroeconomic, regulatory, and credit trends that influence corporate debt issuers in these industries.
• Has experience leading effective, high-performing teams at substantial scale, with demonstrated success managing multiple sector teams/geographies and building robust succession pipelines.
• Has demonstrated an ability to develop talent and foster potential of junior analysts. 
• Has prior experience at a credit rating agency or in a closely related credit role (e.g., corporate credit analysis, capital markets).
• Understands the functioning of the debt capital markets.
• Has a network of relationships within the debt capital markets and TMT sector.
   

What we offer:

• An opportunity to lead an industry family team at a global credit rating agency, contributing to regional strategy, governance, and decision-making.
• An opportunity to manage, train, and mentor sector heads and analysts, strengthening capabilities through professional development, targeted coaching, and best-practice sharing.
• A platform to raise Fitch's external market profile via thought leadership, senior-level external representation, and delivery of timely, insightful, and forward-looking rating actions and research.

We'll count on you to:

• Have direct managerial responsibility for a team of ~40 analysts covering more than 400 public and private debt issuers, including investment-grade and speculative-grade rated companies.
• Articulate Fitch's credit views and sector outlook in meetings, conference calls, and industry roundtables, as well as in written research, in an engaging and dynamic manner.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment in the TMT team and contribute to the overall ethos of the U.S. and Canada Corporates rating team in a manner that prioritizes and advances Fitch's strategic goals.
• Be a highly visible presence for the external stakeholders in the ratings process, including industry management teams, private equity sponsors, buyside and sell-side analysts, and the media.
   

What you need to have:

• Substantial relevant experience in a capital markets and/or credit analysis role.
• Superior communication and influencing skills for cross-team and cross-region collaboration; ability to drive change and foster innovation; ability to manage high-performing, inclusive teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated willingness and ability to attack and explain topics of analytical complexity.
• A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity and a life-long learning mindset.
• Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change.
• Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment.
• CFA preferred.

Why Choose Fitch: 

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required
• 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
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community

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 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.