Funds Ratings - Director (Dublin) at KBRA

Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe Limited is seeking a Funds Ratings Director to join their Dublin office. The Director will be part of the Funds team, responsible for assigning and monitoring credit ratings on debt instruments issued by funds. This involves evaluating financing instruments that support fund operations, enhance liquidity, and optimize capital structures.

The role involves leading the new issuance rating process, interacting with issuers, preparing rating memos, and leading ongoing monitoring. The Director will also collaborate with KBRA experts in other sectors and supervise junior team members.

The role involves:

• Evaluating capital structure, legal protection, and collateral quality.
• Conducting due diligence meetings with issuers and managers.
• Preparing rating memos and new issuance reports.
• Leading ongoing monitoring and surveillance.
• Developing and maintaining complex spreadsheets and databases.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or Math related fields.
• Eight (8) or more years of work experience in fund finance, investing, or structured finance.
• Experience with investment strategies in private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, and asset-based lending facilities.
• Understanding of subscription lines, NAV financing, hybrid facilities, rated feeders, or other fund finance products.
• Advanced Proficiency in Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

KBRA offers:

• A flexible hybrid work schedule.
• Competitive benefits and paid time off.
• Paid family and disability leave.
• Pension plan.
• Educational and professional development financial assistance.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Cell phone provided.