Senior Analyst - Primary Rating Structured Finance

Senior Analyst - Primary Rating Structured Finance

Scope Group

is seeking a Senior Analyst in the Primary Rating Structured Finance team with strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities. The position will be in Frankfurt, London, Paris, Milan, Berlin or Madrid.The Senior Analyst participates in, and may lead, complete or partial autonomy credit rating committees for assignments and, occasionally, monitoring of structured finance ratings. The role supports the analysis of complex structured finance instruments and analyses simple / standard structured finance transactions. The Senior Analyst contributes to the development and maintenance of analytical tools and, occasionally, of credit rating methodologies, writes insightful credit research related to the structured finance sector and takes part in operational review visits. This position offers a long-term career path for high-performing analysts with opportunities to enhance analytical skills.Duties and responsibilitiesAnalyses and occasionally monitors, as a lead analyst, simple / standard structured finance transactions to assign and maintain credit ratings on structured finance instrumentsUnderstands and contributes to the development of Scope’s analytical capabilities and methodologiesSupports the development of existing and new analytical tools, contributes to the validation or testing of methodologiesCommunicates and occasionally collaborates with various internal and external parties in the context of analysis and ratingsProvides guidance to internsProduces research and analytical comments on a timely basisAt least 3 years of experience in the structured finance sector or closely related sectorsBachelor''s or master''s degree in finance, banking, economics, statistics, mathematics, or equivalent qualificationGood analytical skills either qualitative or quantitative or both, with an adequate understanding of financial market and creditKnowledge of one or more structured finance industry segments or geographical markets, including familiarity with either one or all of the following areas: asset, counterparty and structural analysis, as well as cash flow modelling and documentation reviewAbility to understand and identify key rating factorsSound understanding and proficiency in the use of quantitative tools specific to the analysis of structured finance transactionsMulti-cultural, collaborative, self-starter, versatile, inquisitive and detail-oriented personalityAccountable and dynamic with the ability to work in full autonomy and multi-taskIndependent thinker with strong problem-solving, written and oral communication skillsFluency in at least a major language in addition to EnglishWhat we want to seeCopy of your university degrees and certificatesCriminal record certificate (can be provided at a later date)At least 3 letters of reference (can be provided at a later date)About ScopeScope Ratings is part of the Scope Group with headquarters in Berlin and offices in Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Milan, Oslo and Paris. Scope Ratings is a leading European credit rating agency specialising in the analysis and ratings of financial institutions, corporates, structured finance, project finance and public finance. Scope Ratings’ credit risk analysis is opinion-driven, forward-looking and non-mechanistic. Scope Ratings is a credit rating agency registered in accordance with the EU rating regulation and operating in the European Union with ECAI status.At Scope Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and fairness. We embrace people from all backgrounds, regardless of culture, ethnicity and gender. We ensure that our application processes are free from discrimination. By valuing each individual\''s unique background and perspectives, we strive to create an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute their best. Our dedication to equality and inclusivity reflects our belief that diversity drives innovation and success.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionAnalystReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Scope Group by 2xGet notified about new Rating Analyst jobs in

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