VP, US Structured Credit Ratings, Funds - New Issue

Vice President, Funds New Issue Credit Ratings Team

Morningstar DBRS is seeking a Vice President to join the Funds new issue credit ratings team, which is part of the U.S. Structured Credit (US SC) team.

A successful candidate will have relevant experience in fund finance and or rating agency work. The role requires sector knowledge, strong analytical and quantitative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

US SC is a credit rating analytics team that assigns and monitors credit ratings, develops research and maintains credit rating methodologies for investment fund debt (including feeder fund debt, subscription lines and collateralized fund obligations (CFOs)), collateralized loan obligations (CLOs), other corporate securitizations and bespoke credit rating opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead analyst responsible for assigning new credit ratings on various fund financing transactions, including but not limited to, feeder fund debt, main fund secured facilities and unsecured debt, subscription loan facilities, and collateralized fund obligations.
• Prepare for and lead management meetings and maintain issuer / client relationships.
• Lead external client calls to discuss methodologies and transaction proposals.
• Prepare and present detailed discussion and committee memos for US SC credit rating committees.
• Author pre-sale and new issue credit rating reports, among other relevant disclosures.
• Conduct analysis on the fund manager's capabilities and track record, the fund investment portfolio, transaction capital structure, and legal documents.
• Assess legal, regulatory, counterparty and other risks related to US SC credit ratings.
• Prepare and present new transactions to senior members of the Structured Finance team to determine feasibility and methodology application.
• Support the expansion of the Funds team by championing projects and initiatives.
• Mentor junior analysts.
• Write research and participate in webinars, investor meetings and conferences.
• Collaborate with other Morningstar DBRS credit teams to support credit rating surveillance, analysis, administration and research.
• Adhere to compliance, regulatory and company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Nice to Have

About Us

Morningstar DBRS is a leading provider of independent rating services and opinions for corporate and sovereign entities, financial institutions, and project and structured finance instruments globally. Rating more than 4,000 issuers and 60,000 securities, it is one of the top four credit rating agencies in the world. Morningstar DBRS empowers investor success by bringing more transparency and a much-needed diversity of opinion in the credit rating industry. Our approach and size allow us to be nimble enough to respond to customers' needs in their local markets, but large enough to provide the necessary expertise and resources they require. Market innovators choose to work with us because of our agility, tech-forward approach, and exceptional customer service. Morningstar DBRS is the next generation of credit ratings.

Compensation and Benefits

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Base Salary Compensation Range $110,000.00 - 205,000.00 USD Annual

Incentive Target Percentage 30% Annual

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Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.