Funds Ratings - Director (Dublin)

KBRA

Aug 13

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Dublin

Requirements

Ability to independently lead credit ratings process and research efforts on a variety of debt transactions involving investment funds, and other related vehicles.
Lead or contribute to speaking, publishing, and networking efforts to expand KBRA's position as a thought leader in the growing global fund finance sector.
Extensive knowledge and comfort assessing credit risk across a wide variety of investment strategies and transaction structures.
Exceptional writing skills with demonstrated ability to distill complex topics into reasoned opinions and recommendations for internal credit committee presentations as well as externally published reports.
Excellent presentation skills with experience in small and large group settings
Ability to leverage and seamlessly collaborate with KBRA experts in other sectors such as project finance, financial institutions, and structured credit.
Ability to plan, conduct and lead on-site diligence meetings with fund management teams to assess their investment expertise, risk management skills, operational processes and overall ability to develop and successfully execute strategies.
Lead/assist in the development of rating and analytical tools such as cash flow models used to evaluate fund debt structures.
Bachelor's degree required. Advanced graduate degree or CFA designation is preferred.
Eight (8) or more years of work experience as a credit analyst with experience in fund finance, investing or structured finance cashflow modeling a significant plus.
Ability to work, lead, and seamlessly integrate in a highly collegial, dynamic, and innovative work environment.
Multi-task with an ability to work on multiple transactions at the same time is critical.
Effective verbal communications skills.
Demonstrated ability to write clearly and concisely.
Proficiency in Advanced Excel for conducting credit and cash flow modeling.
Extremely high attention to detail.
Self-starter and an ability to manage time and resources in a fast-growing company.
Comfortable in a multinational environment.
Willing and able to travel freely around the EU and UK.
Flexible with regards to participating in meetings at non-standard hours to meet deliverables.
Ability to speak multiple languages is most helpful.

Responsibilities

- Ability to independently lead credit ratings process and research efforts on a variety of debt transactions involving investment funds, and other related vehicles.
- Lead or contribute to speaking, publishing, and networking efforts to expand KBRA's position as a thought leader in the growing global fund finance sector.
- Extensive knowledge and comfort assessing credit risk across a wide variety of investment strategies and transaction structures.
- Exceptional writing skills with demonstrated ability to distill complex topics into reasoned opinions and recommendations for internal credit committee presentations as well as externally published reports.
- Excellent presentation skills with experience in small and large group settings
- Ability to leverage and seamlessly collaborate with KBRA experts in other sectors such as project finance, financial institutions, and structured credit.
- Ability to plan, conduct and lead on-site diligence meetings with fund management teams to assess their investment expertise, risk management skills, operational processes and overall ability to develop and successfully execute strategies.
- Lead/assist in the development of rating and analytical tools such as cash flow models used to evaluate fund debt structures.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Funds Ratings - Director.

Where is the position located?

The position is located in Dublin, Ireland.

What type of employment is this position?

This position is full-time.

What are the main responsibilities of the Director in the Funds Ratings team?

The Director will drive all aspects of the credit rating process for various debt instruments within the investment fund sector and lead efforts to expand analytical and thought leadership in Europe.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

Eight or more years of work experience as a credit analyst is required for this position.

Is a specific educational qualification preferred for this role?

Yes, an advanced graduate degree or CFA designation is preferred.

What skills are necessary for this position?

Necessary skills include exceptional writing and presentation skills, proficiency in advanced Excel for cash flow modeling, and the ability to assess credit risk across a wide variety of investment strategies.

Will the candidate be required to travel?

Yes, the candidate should be willing and able to travel freely around the EU and UK.

Is the ability to speak multiple languages beneficial for this position?

Yes, the ability to speak multiple languages is most helpful for this position.

Does KBRA emphasize a collegial work environment?

Yes, KBRA emphasizes a highly collegial, dynamic, and innovative work environment.

What is KBRA's status as a credit rating agency?

KBRA is a full-service credit rating agency registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as an NRSRO, and KBRA Europe is registered as a CRA with the European Securities and Markets Authority.

Are there any specific tools that the Director is expected to assist in developing?

Yes, the Director will lead or assist in the development of rating and analytical tools, such as cash flow models used to evaluate fund debt structures.

KBRA

We're a global rating agency providing transparent, timely credit ratings and research through an innovative approach.

Finance

Industry

501-1000

Employees

Mission & Purpose

KBRA was established in 2010 in an effort to restore trust in credit ratings by creating new standards for assessing risk and by offering accurate and transparent ratings. KBRA provides the investment community with an alternative solution by delivering timely and in-depth research. KBRA is a full service global rating agency whose mission is to set a standard of excellence and integrity.