Business & Relationship Management (BRM) is currently seeking a Market Research Associate based out of our London office.
This exciting role will work directly with senior team members in the EMEA Financial Institutions (FI) BRM team and ultimately report into the Global Head of Fitch's Funds & Asset Managers (FAM) Group in New York. The group covers a variety of fund structures across public and private markets (equity/credit).
The primary focus will be on supporting senior members of the team by taking ownership of several tasks critical to managing a large deal pipeline. The candidate will be directly accountable for business management processes at the direction of the Global Head and senior team. This will include direct responsibility for tasks related to the execution of commercial agreements, invoicing and revenue reporting.
The candidate will support the senior team in expanding relationships with fund managers, financial sponsors, and fund finance lenders to originate new rating mandates through targeted outreach and client engagement. The right candidate will be provided with opportunities to participate and further grow into market facing activities.
What We Offer:
* The opportunity to work within a fast-paced and dynamic team in a quickly growing business that has high visibility from senior management.
* Collaboration on global projects, working together with global members of an inclusive, diverse and supportive team.
* Participation and growth into market facing activities for the right candidate.
* Development of business management, research, marketing and presentation skills.
We'll Count on You To:
* Prepare commercial agreements for new and existing issuers and coordinate with Fitch's finance team to process associated billing and ensure proper revenue management.
* Research and validate new business opportunities, combining actionable market data from multiple sources.
* Manage and organize data within MS Excel to ensure accuracy and consistency.
* Contact external stakeholders, organize meetings and prepare appropriate background information as required.
* Generate pitch decks, presentations and other marketing materials at the direction of the senior team.
* Attend meetings with senior team members and maintain data in Salesforce CRM system.
What You Need to Have:
* Relevant university degree, preferably in a business, finance, economics, data analytics related field.
* Strong Excel/data analytic skills with ability to manage and synthesize large volumes of information.
* High attention to detail and experience in data management (preferably financial).
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and deal-driven work environment.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the desire to grow into a market facing role.
* Self-starter who is comfortable with direct responsibility for critical tasks.
What Would Make You Stand Out:
* Experience in business management, contract execution and invoicing/revenue management.
* Experience in the funds industry and familiarity with private equity/credit markets.
* Strong time management and organizational skills.
* Ability to multi-task and respond to changing priorities.
* Great interpersonal/communication skills.
* Integrity, curiosity, willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
* Prior knowledge of CRM systems.
* Familiarity with financial data systems such as Bloomberg and FactSet.
* Additional language skills.
Why Fitch?
At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone.
Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.
We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey. #J-18808-Ljbffr