Corporates Ratings - Associate Director (MD)
- Pay
- $100,000 – $130,000 per year
- Location
- Frederick, MD · Hybrid
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Director
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 31 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- credit analysis
- financial statement analysis
- cash flow analysis
Also useful
- Excel advanced modeling
- rating methodologies
- sector analysis
Stated benefits & perks
- 401k match
Summary/Overview
Location: Frederick, Maryland
We're seeking an Associate Director level candidate with strong credit skills and the ability to work across multiple sectors to join our growing company. The candidate will be a member of our Corporate, Project & Infrastructure Finance group and will be responsible for evaluating transactions across various sectors, including general corporates, power, renewable energy, and infrastructure. The analyst will have direct involvement in high profile and challenging work with exposure to senior staff and external market participants.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the rating process by preparing internal credit reports for rating committees, analyzing cash flows, and performing sector analysis.
- Author research in relevant sectors, including Power, Energy and Renewable Finance.
- Assist in the development and evolution of rating methodologies and criteria.
- Participate in our outreach process demonstrating industry knowledge and understanding of KBRA methodologies at issuer and investor meetings.
You will be successful in this role if you
- 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 environments.
- 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, MBA or CFA a plus.
- Able to manage time and resources in a fast-growing company.
- Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.
Salary Range
The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000 to $130,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
KBRA Benefits
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays in the office)
- 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
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About Us
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. Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe Limited is registered as a CRA with the European Securities and Markets Authority. Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited is registered as a CRA with the UK Financial Conduct Authority pursuant to the Temporary Registration Regime.
In addition, KBRA is designated as a designated rating organization by the Ontario Securities Commission for issuers of asset-backed securities to file a short form prospectus or shelf prospectus. KBRA is also recognized by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners as a Credit Rating Provider.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
KBRA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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The Corporates Ratings - Associate Director (MD) posting at KBRA states compensation of $100,000 – $130,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on KBRA's official career site.
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