US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director, Retail & Consumer - Chicago
Core
Director-level credit analyst covering the Retail & Consumer sector for a global rating agency, performing analysis of key factors influencing credit quality and producing timely insights to influence decision-making.
Role type
Senior IC credit analyst (Director level)
Builds
Credit ratings and research reports for Retail & Consumer companies
Domain
Financial services / Credit analysis / Retail & Consumer industry
Required skills
Financial modeling, Credit analysis, Industry knowledge (Retail & Consumer), Stakeholder management, Written communication, Verbal communication, Excel, Qualitative analysis, Quantitative analysis, Leadership
Preferred skills
CFA/CPA, Capital markets experience, Employee management experience, Legal document interpretation (bank agreements, bond indentures), Advanced degree (MBA)
Technologies
Excel, Word
Responsibilities
Perform analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing credit quality; Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models; Conduct meetings with industry management teams; Present analysis to internal credit rating committees; Communicate rating rationale to external audiences; Write timely research on topical issues; Mentor junior members of the sector.
Seniority
Director, hands-on IC with managerial responsibilities