CreditSights is looking for a graduate to join our research team on a full-time basis. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start their career and to develop their skills in fundamental research, and to be a part of an established, dynamic and well-regarded financial services firm. While this role will focus on the corporate credit market specifically, applicants are not required to have a degree in finance, and backgrounds with strong critical analysis and writing skills are encouraged.
What We Offer
- 12-month programme including 2-3 weeks of initial training and in-depth, ongoing training, mentoring, and assessment.
- The chance to advance your mastery of critical thinking and writing at a world-class financial services firm
- A full-time placement at the end of the programme if all standards, expectations and requirements are fulfilled throughout the 12 months
- The opportunity to analyse companies independently and to become the lead credit analyst
We’ll Count on You To
- Contribute to the fundamental analysis and writing of research reports
- Build and update financial and industry models
- Interpret and analyse financial statements for credit analysis
- Monitor and interpret bond and equity market movements
- Prepare presentation materials for clients, participate in meetings with our clients and bond issuers
What You Need to Have
- Expected graduation between September 2024 – September 2025
- Ability to process large amounts of data into concise arguments
- Proficiency in Excel, Word and Powerpoint
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Solid organisation, with a methodical approach to work and excellent attention to detail
- Full authorisation to work in the UK without sponsorship
What Would Make You Stand Out
- A keen interest in financial markets
- Exceptional work ethic
- Capability to produce high-quality outputs under pressure
- A team player spirit
Why CreditSights?
CreditSights was founded over 20 years ago with the goal of producing insightful, impartial research that would allow our clients to make prudent, profitable investment decisions in the global credit markets. CreditSights is a Fitch Solutions Company.
Our global institutional client base includes banks, investment advisors, mutual funds, pension managers, insurance companies, hedge funds, private equity investors and corporations. The independent research we provide is a leading voice in global credit markets, with our experts contributing to market news in Bloomberg, CNBC, Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Business Insider, Barron’s and many more.
CreditSights is a part of the Fitch Group, which is distinguished by the power of our global perspectives. Our global network of colleagues comes together to achieve accomplishments greater than individuals 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 an incredible business at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.
