Embracing Diversity and Encouraging Authenticity at Fitch
At Fitch, we firmly believe in maintaining an open culture where employees can freely exchange ideas and perspectives, irrespective of their position in the organization. This inclusivity ensures that every voice is heard and that everyone has the potential to make a significant impact. We firmly stand by diversity and authenticity, fostering an environment where our employees can be their genuine selves. In addition to this, we are committed to advancing conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Our inclusive and progressive approach helps us maintain a balanced perspective. Fitch’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have been established by our very own employees who have come together to create a workplace community based on shared backgrounds or life experiences. These ERGs connect employees within the organization, offering both professional and personal support.
Driving Value Through Expertise and Innovation at Fitch
At Fitch, we aren’t just about data and information. We strive to produce timely insights to influence decision-making in this ever-changing, highly competitive market. Our relentless hunger for innovation helps us unlock the power of human insights, thereby driving value for our customers. With our world constantly evolving, there has never been a better time to make a mark, and we invite you to join us on this exciting journey.
Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary, and research. We are dedicated to providing value beyond just rating through independent and prospective credit opinions. Our strong local market experience and credit market expertise help us shape global perspectives. The additional context, perspective, and insights we provide have facilitated a century of growth, enabling our clients to make crucial credit judgments with confidence.
The Role of the Market Research Associate, North American Banks
Fitch is currently seeking a Market Research Associate/Senior Market Research Associate based in our New York office. This marketing and relationship management support role will report to a Senior Director on the Banks team. The primary objective of this role is to originate new ratings mandates while managing and optimizing key existing relationships in this dynamic sector.
The candidate will be responsible for several tasks critical to managing a large portfolio and deal pipeline. Exceptional data management skills are essential to succeed in this role. The candidate will have direct responsibility for tracking, organizing, and maintaining accurate records for a high volume of transactions. This includes involvement in data management tasks related to commercial agreements, invoicing, and revenue reporting.
Opportunities and Responsibilities
As a Market Research Associate, you will have the opportunity to participate in market-facing activities, directly involve in revenue-critical functions, develop research, marketing, and presentation skills. You will also have the unique opportunity to grow within Fitch, developing strategic marketing and client management skills.
Your responsibilities will include tracking and organizing data, coordinating with Fitch’s finance team for invoicing and revenue management, conducting market research, identifying new business opportunities, and preparing commercial agreement documents.
What Fitch Seeks in a Candidate
We are looking for candidates with a relevant university degree, excellent Excel/data analytic skills, strong PowerPoint presentation skills, and excellent communication skills. Moreover, an aptitude to learn new data systems, attention to detail, integrity, curiosity, willingness to learn, a positive attitude, and a self-starter attitude would make you stand out.
Why Choose Fitch?
At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what sets us apart. Our global network of colleagues collaborates to accomplish things greater than they could alone. Every team member is essential to our business, and each perspective is crucial to our success. We invite you to join us in building incredible things at Fitch.
Moreover, Fitch Group 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 avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest.
Fitch Group 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.
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