Assistant Vice President – Private Credit
Morningstar DBRS' Private Credit team is seeking a highly motivated individual with four to five years of experience in corporate credit analysis, preferably with high-yield issuers, and strong analytical and interpersonal skills to join its team as an Assistant Vice President. Working closely with the team leader, the successful candidate will be responsible for assessing the creditworthiness of small to medium-sized, highly leveraged companies involved in various corporate sectors. The successful candidate will also interact with various participants in the private capital markets and research broader topics.
Responsibilities:
- Assume surveillance coverage of a portfolio of small to medium-sized companies with high leverage
- Perform fundamental financial analysis and prepare rating committee packages
- Lead rating committee discussions
- Build and maintain relationships with market participants, such as lenders, investors and bankers
- Organize and track a large portfolio of credits and help refine work processes
- Build and update related databases as required
- Produce timely, high-quality and insightful credit analysis and research
Qualifications:
- Four to five years of experience in credit analysis or corporate lending
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics or another relevant discipline. Completion of the CFA program is preferred
- Excellent knowledge of credit analysis and capital markets, preferably combined to a sound understanding of high-yield/middle-market credits
- Familiarity with the legal documentation associated with corporate debt issuance
- Strong analytical skills with thorough knowledge of financial statements
- Excellent communication skills
- Self-starter and team player with demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Morningstar’s hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to work remotely and collaborate in-person each week. We’ve found that we’re at our best when we’re purposely together on a regular basis, at least three days each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you’ll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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