ABS - Associate (Chicago) at KBRA

Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is seeking an experienced credit analyst for an ABS - Associate position in their Chicago office. The role involves working within the Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) team, analyzing consumer or commercial/esoteric ABS sectors. The candidate will engage in all aspects of the rating process and should demonstrate adaptability and critical thinking.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting transaction analysis, including originator/servicer evaluation, collateral performance, and loan pool analysis.
• Modeling and analyzing bond structures.
• Reviewing legal structures and documentation.
• Preparing credit memoranda and presenting transactions to rating committees.
• Preparing individual transaction reports for publication.
• Contributing to market commentaries.
• Serving as a secondary contact for investors, clients, and structuring banks.
• Engaging in ongoing surveillance of rated transactions and updating ratings as warranted.
• Attending seller/servicer due diligence, investor discussions, and industry events.

Requirements include:

• B.A. / B.S. degree in a relevant field of study.
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of demonstrated experience in credit analysis within the ABS sector.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Strong analytical skills relating to transaction evaluation.
• Proficiency with relevant financial modeling software (e.g., Intex).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.

Kroll Bond Rating Agency Offers:

• A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office)
• Competitive benefits and paid time off
• Paid family and disability leave
• 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
• Educational and professional development financial assistance
• Employee referral bonus program
• Cell phone provided