ABS Commercial / Esoteric – Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY / Chicago)
Kroll Bond Rating Agency, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
ABS Commercial / Esoteric – Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY / Chicago)
New York, New York or Chicago, Illinois
Entity:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type:
Full-time
Location:
New York, NY or Chicago, Illinois, United States
Summary/Overview KBRA
(Kroll Bond Rating Agency) is seeking a credit analyst to join our Commercial Asset-Backed Securities ( ABS ) team. The position is open to candidates in our New York City Office or Chicago Office. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in ABS. Knowledge in commercial ABS asset classes (including, for example, data centers, communications infrastructure, equipment, or aviation) is preferred, though not required. An Analyst within the ABS group will be a part of the transaction rating team, working with other members of the team through all aspects of the rating process from collateral analysis to report publication.
About the Job
Conduct and assist in transaction analysis including originator/servicer evaluation, collateral performance analysis, modeling and analysis of bond structure, and review of legal structure and documentation.
Assist in the preparation of credit memoranda and presentation of transactions to rating committees.
Prepare and contribute to individual transaction reports for publication.
Assist in the publication of market commentaries related to topical events or research.
Engage in ongoing surveillance of rated transactions and updating ratings as warranted.
Attend and participate in seller/servicer due diligence.
Willingness to travel as needed.
You will be successful in this role if you have
Bachelor's degree required
Analyst level: Zero to two years of experience in performing credit analysis within the ABS sector at a Rating Agency, Buy-Side Investor, Credit Research, or similar environment.
Senior Analyst level: Minimum of two or more years of experience in performing credit analysis within the ABS sector at a Rating Agency, Buy-Side Investor, Credit Research, or similar environment.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Strong oral and written communications skills (writing sample on request).
Strong Excel skills (excel test may be administered as part of the interview process).
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and work closely with partners in a collaborative environment.
Proficient with relevant financial modeling software (e.g. Intex) is a plus.
Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.
Salary Range The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $75,000 to $95,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office)
Competitive benefits and paid time off
Paid family and disability leave
401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
Educational and professional development financial assistance
Employee referral bonus program
About Us Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA) is a full-service credit rating agency registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as an NRSRO. Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe Limited is registered as a CRA with the European Securities and Markets Authority. Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited is registered as a CRA with the UK Financial Conduct Authority pursuant to the Temporary Registration Regime. In addition, KBRA is designated as a designated rating organization by the Ontario Securities Commission for issuers of asset-backed securities to file a short form prospectus or shelf prospectus. KBRA is also recognized by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners as a Credit Rating Provider.
More Info KBRA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
#LI-DG1
#LI-HYBRID
Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.
As set forth in KBRA’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to VEVRAA, we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows:
A "disabled veteran" means a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who would be entitled to compensation but for the receipt of military retired pay).
A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty.
An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty during a war or campaign.
An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who participated in a U.S. military operation with an Armed Forces service medal.
Disability Status Select...
Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form CC-305
Page 1 of 1
OMB Control Number 1250-0005
Expires 04/30/2026
Why are you being asked to complete this form?
We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities.
Completing this form is voluntary. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it.
If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s OFCCP website.
A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities. Disabilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Alcohol or other substance use disorder
Autoimmune disorders (e.g., lupus, fibromyalgia)
Blind or low vision
Cancer
Cardiovascular or heart disease
Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or hard of hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement
Epilepsy
Gastrointestinal disorders
Intellectual or developmental disabilities
Mental health conditions
Missing limbs
Mobility impairment
Nervous system conditions
Neurodivergence (e.g., ADHD, autism)
Paralysis
Pulmonary/respiratory conditions
Short stature
Traumatic brain injury
PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: OMB control number information and related details.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
New York, New York or Chicago, Illinois
Entity:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type:
Full-time
Location:
New York, NY or Chicago, Illinois, United States
Summary/Overview KBRA
(Kroll Bond Rating Agency) is seeking a credit analyst to join our Commercial Asset-Backed Securities ( ABS ) team. The position is open to candidates in our New York City Office or Chicago Office. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in ABS. Knowledge in commercial ABS asset classes (including, for example, data centers, communications infrastructure, equipment, or aviation) is preferred, though not required. An Analyst within the ABS group will be a part of the transaction rating team, working with other members of the team through all aspects of the rating process from collateral analysis to report publication.
About the Job
Conduct and assist in transaction analysis including originator/servicer evaluation, collateral performance analysis, modeling and analysis of bond structure, and review of legal structure and documentation.
Assist in the preparation of credit memoranda and presentation of transactions to rating committees.
Prepare and contribute to individual transaction reports for publication.
Assist in the publication of market commentaries related to topical events or research.
Engage in ongoing surveillance of rated transactions and updating ratings as warranted.
Attend and participate in seller/servicer due diligence.
Willingness to travel as needed.
You will be successful in this role if you have
Bachelor's degree required
Analyst level: Zero to two years of experience in performing credit analysis within the ABS sector at a Rating Agency, Buy-Side Investor, Credit Research, or similar environment.
Senior Analyst level: Minimum of two or more years of experience in performing credit analysis within the ABS sector at a Rating Agency, Buy-Side Investor, Credit Research, or similar environment.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Strong oral and written communications skills (writing sample on request).
Strong Excel skills (excel test may be administered as part of the interview process).
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and work closely with partners in a collaborative environment.
Proficient with relevant financial modeling software (e.g. Intex) is a plus.
Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.
Salary Range The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $75,000 to $95,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office)
Competitive benefits and paid time off
Paid family and disability leave
401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
Educational and professional development financial assistance
Employee referral bonus program
About Us Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA) is a full-service credit rating agency registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as an NRSRO. Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe Limited is registered as a CRA with the European Securities and Markets Authority. Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited is registered as a CRA with the UK Financial Conduct Authority pursuant to the Temporary Registration Regime. In addition, KBRA is designated as a designated rating organization by the Ontario Securities Commission for issuers of asset-backed securities to file a short form prospectus or shelf prospectus. KBRA is also recognized by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners as a Credit Rating Provider.
More Info KBRA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
#LI-DG1
#LI-HYBRID
Voluntary Self-Identification For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey. Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiring process or thereafter. Any information that you provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.
As set forth in KBRA’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.
If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection. As a government contractor subject to VEVRAA, we request this information in order to measure the effectiveness of outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categories is as follows:
A "disabled veteran" means a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who would be entitled to compensation but for the receipt of military retired pay).
A "recently separated veteran" means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty.
An "active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran" means a veteran who served on active duty during a war or campaign.
An "Armed forces service medal veteran" means a veteran who participated in a U.S. military operation with an Armed Forces service medal.
Disability Status Select...
Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability Form CC-305
Page 1 of 1
OMB Control Number 1250-0005
Expires 04/30/2026
Why are you being asked to complete this form?
We are a federal contractor or subcontractor. The law requires us to provide equal employment opportunity to qualified people with disabilities. We have a goal of having at least 7% of our workers as people with disabilities.
Completing this form is voluntary. Your answer is confidential. No one who makes hiring decisions will see it.
If you want to learn more about the law or this form, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s OFCCP website.
A disability is a condition that substantially limits one or more of your major life activities. Disabilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Alcohol or other substance use disorder
Autoimmune disorders (e.g., lupus, fibromyalgia)
Blind or low vision
Cancer
Cardiovascular or heart disease
Celiac disease
Cerebral palsy
Deaf or hard of hearing
Diabetes
Disfigurement
Epilepsy
Gastrointestinal disorders
Intellectual or developmental disabilities
Mental health conditions
Missing limbs
Mobility impairment
Nervous system conditions
Neurodivergence (e.g., ADHD, autism)
Paralysis
Pulmonary/respiratory conditions
Short stature
Traumatic brain injury
PUBLIC BURDEN STATEMENT: OMB control number information and related details.
#J-18808-Ljbffr