Structured Finance - Alternative Structured Credit, Director - Austin
Fitch Group, Inc., Fitch Ratings, Inc., Fitch Solutions Group, Austin, TX, United States
Requisition ID: 48850
Business Unit: Fitch Ratings
Category: Credit Analysis & Research
Location: Austin, TX, US
Date Posted: Apr 18, 2026
Structured Finance - Structured Credit Alternative Products, Director - Austin Fitch Ratings is seeking a Director to join its Structured Credit Alternative Products group in our Austin office.
The individual will focus on new transaction proposals that incorporate securitization principals of various types of rated note feeders, synthetic risk transfers, structured credit loan facilities, CLO lite structures, and other private credit transactions backed by debt.
About the Team
A collaborative, team-oriented work environment where excellent communication skills are essential
An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency
A role that aids debt capital markets in making more informed decisions through timely, insightful, and forward-looking rating actions and research
How You’ll Make an Impact
Analyze critical credit, legal, and structural elements of transaction proposals
Act as primary or secondary analyst for transaction ratings in a highly dynamic sector. This includes forming analytical views and recommendations, presenting these to rating committees and defending credit views in discussions with issuers and investors
Contribute to the development of rating criteria, including forming recommendations to bolster analysis and iteratively improve existing frameworks
Lead and/or support sector trend research reports and projects
You May be a Good Fit if
You hold a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline such as finance, accounting, or economics
You have at least 8 years of experience in the financial industry, preferably but not necessarily related to Structured Credit, Structured Finance, Fund Finance or Corporate Direct Lending
You possess strong analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detail
You demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility, initiative, and self-management
You are proficient with the Microsoft Office suite; knowledge of programming languages is a plus but not required
What Would Make You Stand Out
Ability to convey complex subjects clearly and concisely
Open-mindedness and ability to understand alternative viewpoints
Demonstrated competency in credit analysis
Proficiency with rating agency methodologies and experience assessing credit risk
Why Choose Fitch
Hybrid Work Environment: 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 workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affidative 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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Business Unit: Fitch Ratings
Category: Credit Analysis & Research
Location: Austin, TX, US
Date Posted: Apr 18, 2026
Structured Finance - Structured Credit Alternative Products, Director - Austin Fitch Ratings is seeking a Director to join its Structured Credit Alternative Products group in our Austin office.
The individual will focus on new transaction proposals that incorporate securitization principals of various types of rated note feeders, synthetic risk transfers, structured credit loan facilities, CLO lite structures, and other private credit transactions backed by debt.
About the Team
A collaborative, team-oriented work environment where excellent communication skills are essential
An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency
A role that aids debt capital markets in making more informed decisions through timely, insightful, and forward-looking rating actions and research
How You’ll Make an Impact
Analyze critical credit, legal, and structural elements of transaction proposals
Act as primary or secondary analyst for transaction ratings in a highly dynamic sector. This includes forming analytical views and recommendations, presenting these to rating committees and defending credit views in discussions with issuers and investors
Contribute to the development of rating criteria, including forming recommendations to bolster analysis and iteratively improve existing frameworks
Lead and/or support sector trend research reports and projects
You May be a Good Fit if
You hold a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline such as finance, accounting, or economics
You have at least 8 years of experience in the financial industry, preferably but not necessarily related to Structured Credit, Structured Finance, Fund Finance or Corporate Direct Lending
You possess strong analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detail
You demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility, initiative, and self-management
You are proficient with the Microsoft Office suite; knowledge of programming languages is a plus but not required
What Would Make You Stand Out
Ability to convey complex subjects clearly and concisely
Open-mindedness and ability to understand alternative viewpoints
Demonstrated competency in credit analysis
Proficiency with rating agency methodologies and experience assessing credit risk
Why Choose Fitch
Hybrid Work Environment: 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 workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affidative 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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