Fitch Group is hiring: Senior Associate, Reporter in New York
Fitch Group, New York, NY, United States
LevFin Insights, a Fitch Solutions Company, is currently seeking a Special Situations Reporter based out of our New York office.
The LevFin Insights special situations team provides capital market news and commentary on actionable events within the corporate high yield bond and leveraged loan markets. With a sharp focus on companies that are battling financial distress, our coverage often hits on restructuring strategies, creditor negotiations, advisory mandates, bankruptcy proceedings, litigations, operational and financial performance, and trading opportunities.
Working at LevFin Insights provides a dynamic and engaging setting where team members delve into the world of distressed debt. We promote a culture of excellence and ongoing learning, making it an ideal environment for professionals passionate about finance and market analysis. With a focus on innovation and integrity, we empower our team to make a significant impact in the financial services industry.
We’ll Count On You To:
Build a network of Wall Street sources to deliver exclusive, source-driven news and insight pieces.
Produce real-time stories throughout each market session.
Identify market trends and write timely insight pieces for a sophisticated audience of banks, asset managers and advisory firms.
Be a team player – willing to collaborate with complementary Fitch Solutions teams such as Covenant Review and CreditSights as we work toward team goals and further growth of LFI ’s special situations platform.
What You Need To Have:
A drive to break news in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills to drive internal collaboration and build external relationships across the capital markets arena.
Accuracy, ability to meet deadlines and produce insightful stories.
Curiosity; high aptitude for critical thinking and willingness to dive deep into the details.
Proficiency, or at least familiarity, with financial data.
2+ years covering financial markets or business is preferred.
We will consider early-career candidates who need additional training, as well as senior level candidates with years of experience and high-level expertise.
What Would Make You Stand Out:
General resourcefulness and street smarts.
History of uncovering important stories and scoops in whatever beat you've been assigned.
Experience covering corporate credit markets, particularly distressed credits.
Source network in the corporate credit markets.
Knowledge of financial statements, SEC filings and legal documents.
Why Choose Fitch:
Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
Inclusive Work Environment : A collaborative workplacewhere all voices are valued, withEmployee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community
FOR NEW YORK ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $90,000 and $110,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.
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In Summary: The LevFin Insights special situations team provides capital market news and commentary on actionable events within the corporate high yield bond and leveraged loan markets . With a sharp focus on companies that are battling financial distress, our coverage often hits on restructuring strategies, creditor negotiations, advisory mandates, bankruptcy proceedings, litigations, operational and financial performance .
En Español: LevFin Insights, una compañía de Fitch Solutions, está buscando actualmente un reportero sobre situaciones especiales con sede en nuestra oficina de Nueva York. El equipo de situaciones específicas de Levfin Insights proporciona noticias del mercado de capitales y comentarios sobre eventos accionables dentro de los mercados de bonos corporativos de alto rendimiento y préstamos apalancados. Con un fuerte enfoque en las empresas que están luchando contra la angustia financiera, nuestra cobertura a menudo afecta estrategias de reestructuración, negociaciones con credores, mandatos consultivos, procedimientos de bancarrota, litigios, desempeño operativo y financiero y oportunidades comerciales. Trabajar en LevFin Insight ofrece un entorno dinámico y atractivo donde los miembros del equipo se adentran en el mundo de la deuda afligida. Promovemos una cultura de excelencia y aprendizaje continuo, convirtiéndolo en un ambiente ideal para profesionales apasionados por finanzas y análisis de mercado. Con un enfoque en la innovación e integridad, capacitamos a nuestro equipo para tener un impacto significativo en el sector de los servicios financieros. Contaremos con usted: Construir una red de fuentes de Wall Street que brinden noticias y ideas exclusivas basadas en las fuentes. Producir historias en tiempo real durante cada sesión del mercado. Identificar tendencias del mercado y escribir piezas de información oportuna para una audiencia sofisticada de bancos, gestores de activos y firmas consultivas. Ser un jugador de equipo dispuesto a colaborar con equipos complementarios de Fitch Solutions como Covenant Review y CreditSights mientras trabajamos con objetivos del equipo y mayor crecimiento de LFI s situaciones especiales. Lo que necesita tener: Un impulso para romper las noticias en un entorno acelerado de salud. Conocer mejor las habilidades internas de desarrollo y relaciones de atención social a través de los mercados de comunicación. Acceso al conocimiento físico, la capacidad de filmar historias profesionales y datos generales. Los salarios reales se determinarán sobre una base individualizada y pueden variar en función de factores que incluyen, entre otros, educación, capacitación, experiencia, desempeño anterior y otros factores relacionados con el trabajo. El sueldo básico es parte del paquete total de compensaciones de Fitch, que dependiendo de la posición también puede incluir ganancias por comisiones, bonificaciones discrecionales, incentivos a largo plazo y otros beneficios patrocinados por Fitch. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The LevFin Insights special situations team provides capital market news and commentary on actionable events within the corporate high yield bond and leveraged loan markets. With a sharp focus on companies that are battling financial distress, our coverage often hits on restructuring strategies, creditor negotiations, advisory mandates, bankruptcy proceedings, litigations, operational and financial performance, and trading opportunities.
Working at LevFin Insights provides a dynamic and engaging setting where team members delve into the world of distressed debt. We promote a culture of excellence and ongoing learning, making it an ideal environment for professionals passionate about finance and market analysis. With a focus on innovation and integrity, we empower our team to make a significant impact in the financial services industry.
We’ll Count On You To:
Build a network of Wall Street sources to deliver exclusive, source-driven news and insight pieces.
Produce real-time stories throughout each market session.
Identify market trends and write timely insight pieces for a sophisticated audience of banks, asset managers and advisory firms.
Be a team player – willing to collaborate with complementary Fitch Solutions teams such as Covenant Review and CreditSights as we work toward team goals and further growth of LFI ’s special situations platform.
What You Need To Have:
A drive to break news in a fast-paced environment.
Strong communication skills to drive internal collaboration and build external relationships across the capital markets arena.
Accuracy, ability to meet deadlines and produce insightful stories.
Curiosity; high aptitude for critical thinking and willingness to dive deep into the details.
Proficiency, or at least familiarity, with financial data.
2+ years covering financial markets or business is preferred.
We will consider early-career candidates who need additional training, as well as senior level candidates with years of experience and high-level expertise.
What Would Make You Stand Out:
General resourcefulness and street smarts.
History of uncovering important stories and scoops in whatever beat you've been assigned.
Experience covering corporate credit markets, particularly distressed credits.
Source network in the corporate credit markets.
Knowledge of financial statements, SEC filings and legal documents.
Why Choose Fitch:
Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
Inclusive Work Environment : A collaborative workplacewhere all voices are valued, withEmployee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community
FOR NEW YORK ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $90,000 and $110,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
In Summary: The LevFin Insights special situations team provides capital market news and commentary on actionable events within the corporate high yield bond and leveraged loan markets . With a sharp focus on companies that are battling financial distress, our coverage often hits on restructuring strategies, creditor negotiations, advisory mandates, bankruptcy proceedings, litigations, operational and financial performance .
En Español: LevFin Insights, una compañía de Fitch Solutions, está buscando actualmente un reportero sobre situaciones especiales con sede en nuestra oficina de Nueva York. El equipo de situaciones específicas de Levfin Insights proporciona noticias del mercado de capitales y comentarios sobre eventos accionables dentro de los mercados de bonos corporativos de alto rendimiento y préstamos apalancados. Con un fuerte enfoque en las empresas que están luchando contra la angustia financiera, nuestra cobertura a menudo afecta estrategias de reestructuración, negociaciones con credores, mandatos consultivos, procedimientos de bancarrota, litigios, desempeño operativo y financiero y oportunidades comerciales. Trabajar en LevFin Insight ofrece un entorno dinámico y atractivo donde los miembros del equipo se adentran en el mundo de la deuda afligida. Promovemos una cultura de excelencia y aprendizaje continuo, convirtiéndolo en un ambiente ideal para profesionales apasionados por finanzas y análisis de mercado. Con un enfoque en la innovación e integridad, capacitamos a nuestro equipo para tener un impacto significativo en el sector de los servicios financieros. Contaremos con usted: Construir una red de fuentes de Wall Street que brinden noticias y ideas exclusivas basadas en las fuentes. Producir historias en tiempo real durante cada sesión del mercado. Identificar tendencias del mercado y escribir piezas de información oportuna para una audiencia sofisticada de bancos, gestores de activos y firmas consultivas. Ser un jugador de equipo dispuesto a colaborar con equipos complementarios de Fitch Solutions como Covenant Review y CreditSights mientras trabajamos con objetivos del equipo y mayor crecimiento de LFI s situaciones especiales. Lo que necesita tener: Un impulso para romper las noticias en un entorno acelerado de salud. Conocer mejor las habilidades internas de desarrollo y relaciones de atención social a través de los mercados de comunicación. Acceso al conocimiento físico, la capacidad de filmar historias profesionales y datos generales. Los salarios reales se determinarán sobre una base individualizada y pueden variar en función de factores que incluyen, entre otros, educación, capacitación, experiencia, desempeño anterior y otros factores relacionados con el trabajo. El sueldo básico es parte del paquete total de compensaciones de Fitch, que dependiendo de la posición también puede incluir ganancias por comisiones, bonificaciones discrecionales, incentivos a largo plazo y otros beneficios patrocinados por Fitch. #J-18808-Ljbffr