Managing Director, U.S. & Canada Transportation

Location: Chicago, IL, US Fitch Ratings’ U.S. & Canada Corporates rating team is currently seeking a Managing Director to lead the Transportation team in our New York, Chicago or Toronto office. The role reports to the Head of U.S. & Canada Corporates and entails managing a team of approximately 20 analysts covering approximately 150–170 rated issuers across the Transportation sector. Duties & Responsibilities Have direct managerial responsibility for a team of approximately 20 analysts covering approximately 150–170 public and private debt issuers, including investment‑grade and speculative‑grade rated companies. Provide credit leadership in ratings process, ensuring consistent application of Fitch’s criteria and methodologies. Articulate Fitch’s credit views and sector outlook in meetings, conference calls, and industry roundtables, as well as in written research, in an engaging and dynamic manner. Foster a positive, collaborative and high‑performing work environment and contribute to the overall ethos of the U.S. and Canada corporates rating team. Be a highly visible presence for the external stakeholders in the ratings process, including industry management teams, institutional investors, buy‑side and sell‑side analysts, and the media. Champion analytical excellence and operational efficiency by adopting best practices and leveraging new technologies. Candidate Profile 15+ years relevant experience in capital markets and/or credit analysis role. Experience managing people and teams. A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity and a lifelong learning mindset. A demonstrated willingness and ability to attack and explain topics of analytical complexity. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. CFA preferred. Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change. Ability to excel in a team‑oriented environment. What Makes You Stand Out Experience leading effective and highly functional teams. Demonstrated ability to develop talent and foster potential of junior analysts. Professional background in corporate credit, including well‑developed financial statement analysis and financial modeling skills. Understand the functioning of the debt capital market. Network of relationships within the debt capital markets and sector. Benefits Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required. 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 and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long‑term goals. Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing. Supportive Parenting Policies: Family‑friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively. Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe. Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community. 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 interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity andAffirmative 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. For New York and Chicago roles only, expected base pay rates for the role will be between $270,000 and $310,000 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr