Corporates Ratings - Director (MD)

Job Description

Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is seeking a Corporates Ratings Director to join their team in Frederick, Maryland. This role involves conducting fundamental credit analysis and research across various sectors, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and producing timely corporate credit opinions. The Director will also conduct credit research, analyze trends, and key rating factors.KBRA is looking for someone to lead the credit rating process, author sector research, assist in the development of rating processes, and participate in issuer and investor meetings.Responsibilities:

• Preparing internal credit memos.
• Analyzing cash flows.
• Performing sector analysis.
• Publishing credit reports.
• Authoring sector research for investors and lenders.
• Assisting in the development and evolution of rating processes and analytical tools.
• Participating in issuer and investor meetings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of seven years of experience as a financial analyst.
• Prior fundamental credit training.
• Solid understanding of capital markets.
• Experience with corporate financial statements.
• Familiarity with Generative AI tools is a plus.

Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.