Managing Director - Leveraged Finance: Private Equity Coverage (Business & Relationship Management)

Managing Director – Leveraged Finance: Private Equity Coverage (Corporates, Business and Relationship Management)

Location: New York

Position Overview: Fitch Ratings currently seeks a Managing Director with Leveraged Finance experience to join our Corporates Business Development and Relationship Management (BRM) team in New York. As part of the Banker and Private Equity team within BRM, the candidate will work closely with a senior team of experienced Leveraged Finance professionals. The primary role will be responsibility for developing and maintaining relationships with Private Equity firms.

What We Offer:

• Professional Growth: Opportunity to work with a senior team of experienced professionals in the Leveraged Finance sector.
• Impactful Role: Directly contribute to Fitch’s growth by developing and maintaining key client relationships.
• Dynamic Environment: Collaborate with teams across New York, Chicago, the West Coast, and EMEA to drive strategic initiatives.
• Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that values innovation and diverse perspectives.

We’ll Count on You To:

• Develop and enhance relationships with senior PE professionals to generate new ratings mandates and revenue opportunities.
• Liaise with other BRM colleagues in New York, Chicago, and the West Coast, as well as EMEA groups, to coordinate firm messaging, target lists, and assist in the development of relationships.
• Conduct research, develop, prepare, and present arguments to external parties highlighting factors that differentiate Fitch and its published ratings and research.
• Develop pitch books, marketing case studies, and content tailored to specific sectors or verticals for upcoming or prospective meetings.
• Create, coordinate, and implement outreach plans.

What You Need to Have:

• Minimum 10+ years’ experience in Leveraged Finance at an Investment Bank in Leveraged Capital Markets/Syndicate or Sponsor Coverage with a preference for candidates with a current network of PE relationships.
• Ability to travel as required.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Strong existing network of PE relationships.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.

Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.

We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.

Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise. The additional context, perspective and insights we provide have helped fund a century of growth and enables our clients to make important credit judgements with confidence.

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

For more information please visit our websites:

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 Group 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 $350,000 and $400,000. 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.

#LI-JF1 #LI-Hybrid