Director, Fitch Group Strategy NY

As a leading, global financial information services provider, Fitch Group delivers vital credit and risk insights, robust data, and dynamic tools to champion more efficient, transparent financial markets. With over 100 years of experience and colleagues in over 30 countries, Fitch Group’s culture of credibility, independence, and transparency is embedded throughout its structure, which includes Fitch Ratings, one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, and Fitch Solutions, a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Fitch is committed to nurturing early talent by providing a collaborative and inclusive learning environment where individuals can thrive and grow. Our early talent programs are designed to cultivate the next generation of financial professionals by offering comprehensive training and mentorship opportunities. These programs provide participants with hands-on experience and exposure to various aspects of the financial industry, preparing them for successful careers at Fitch and beyond.

Fitch Group is currently seeking a Director, Fitch Group Strategy based out of our New York or London office.

Reporting to the Fitch Group CFO, Group Strategy provides strategic research, advice, and support to the businesses within the Fitch Group. Using a data-driven approach, we are also responsible for analysing the success of strategic initiatives around the firm and supporting M&A activity. Projects are varied and change according to the needs of the business, as directed by the senior leadership team.

The team is looking to hire a Director to help create and deliver strategic analyses to our Executive leadership team, uncover key market and competitive trends and support company strategic positioning.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Lead research and analysis projects for senior stakeholders, providing insight and recommendations on a wide range of strategic topics

• Communicate key findings relating to strategy, tactics and change initiatives in a clear and compelling way

• Based on understanding of our businesses, the broader market and your own reading and research, proactively suggest ideas for further investigation or discussion to provide additional value to stakeholders

• Build relationships with stakeholders across The Fitch Group businesses to better understand their needs and priorities

• Source data and research from a wide range of internal and external sources, to build clear insights on Fitch’s business performance and competitive positioning

• Work closely with Strategy team members, supporting senior team leaders as needed, along with mentoring junior team members

• Own aspects of monthly and quarterly reporting for senior management

• Clean and analyse large data sets and perform quality checks

You May be a Good Fit if:

• 5-7 years of proven track record leading strategic research and analysis projects

• Good analytical and critical thinking skills, with experience in analysing data sets, organizing results effectively and proposing solutions; Eagerness to learn, solve problems, and collaborate

• Experience in building business cases / presentations that identify important trends and deliver data-driven insights

• Clear and concise written / verbal communication skills; able to present a compelling story using data and quantitative metrics, and confidently deliver it to senior management stakeholders; Strong data visualisation skills, mainly using PowerPoint although knowledge of other data visualisation tools beneficial

• Excellent organizational skills and strong time management, with the ability to manage a range of projects and tasks at the same time, and meet varying deadlines

• Advanced Excel / PowerPoint skills ; Excellent attention to detail and the ability to remain organized and multi-task

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, economics, or similar analytical field

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Working knowledge of the Fitch Group business lines and products; Prior experience with/knowledge of Ratings agencies, or the debt capital markets; Consulting experience a plus

• Experience with Power BI, Alteryx and reporting analytics suites

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, financial wellness and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals

• Promoting Health & Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that prioritize a healthy body & mind

• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-first policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively

• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days and support for community engagement initiatives

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Fitch 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 take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

Fitch 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.

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $140,000 and $170,000 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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