Corporates Ratings - Associate Director (MD)
The Associate Director will join KBRA's Corporate, Project & Infrastructure Finance group, focusing on evaluating transactions across sectors such as general corporates, power, renewable energy, and infrastructure. This role offers direct involvement in high-profile projects, providing exposure to senior staff and external market participants.
Key responsibilities include leading the rating process by preparing internal credit reports for rating committees, analyzing cash flows, and performing sector analysis. The Associate Director will author research in relevant sectors, assist in developing and evolving rating methodologies and criteria, and participate in outreach processes to demonstrate industry knowledge and understanding of KBRA methodologies at issuer and investor meetings.
Candidates should have over five years of experience in credit analysis, particularly with exposure to power, energy, and renewable finance companies or projects in environments such as rating agencies, buy-side firms, credit research, or banking. Strong interest and relevant experience in ratings, fixed income research, origination, or capital markets are essential. Excellent communication skills, strong quantitative abilities including advanced Excel capabilities, and proficiency in financial statement analysis are required. A strong academic background with a degree in finance, economics, or management is expected; an MBA or CFA is a plus. Familiarity with generative AI tools like ChatGPT for research and data insights is advantageous.
The anticipated annual base salary for this full-time position ranges from $100,000 to $130,000, with offer amounts determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related considerations. Benefits include a hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in the office), competitive benefits and paid time off, paid family and disability leave, a 401(k) plan with employer match (100% vested), educational and professional development financial assistance, and an employee referral bonus program.
KBRA fosters a collegial, dynamic, and innovative work environment, encouraging professional growth and development. The company values collaboration and offers opportunities to work on challenging projects with exposure to senior staff and external market participants, making it an attractive workplace for professionals seeking to advance their careers in credit analysis and ratings.