Operations Associate (Finance)

At Fitch, we have an open culture where employees are able to exchange ideas and perspectives, throughout the organization, irrespective of their seniority. Your voice will be heard allowing you to have a real impact. We embrace diversity and appreciate authenticity encouraging an environment where employees can be their true selves. Our inclusive and progressive approach helps us to keep a balanced perspective. Fitch is also committed to supporting its employees by advancing conversations around diversity, equity and inclusion. Fitch's Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have been established by employees who have joined together as a workplace community based on similar backgrounds or life experiences. Fitch's ERGs are available to connect employees with others within the organization to offer professional and personal support.

With our expertise, we are not only creating data and information, but also producing timely insights from every angle to influence decision making in this ever changing and highly competitive market. We have a relentless hunger to innovate and unlock the power of human insights and to drive value for our customers. There has never been a better time to make an impact and we invite you to join us on this journey.

Operations Associate

Fitch Ratings' Global Core Operations team is seeking Operations Associates to join the group in ourChicago office.
Fitch Ratings Operations is focused on developing an efficient operating environment for analyticalteams by bringing consistency and standardization to all operational aspects of the rating process

What We Offer:

• Be part of a highly skilled global team
• Learning and development opportunities to support future growth within the business
• Positive and inclusive team environment
• Excellent work-life balance

We'll Count on You To:

• Assist with day to day management/ support of the analytical workflow operating processes.
• Assist with internal analytical support applications, data and ratings input and verification, and electronicfiling of documents.
• Provide daily and ad hoc support to rating analysts to follow the pre and post internal credit ratingcommittee process.
• Perform other credit related and routine administrative tasks as directed by the Core Operations team.
• Assist with analytical, data collection and ratings workflow operating processes to ensure universalcompliance.
• Participate in various projects including training new members of the team on the use of newtools/applications.
• Assist Senior Core Operations members with special projects, as needed, on behalf of the Chief OperatingOfficer or other leaders of Fitch Ratings.
• Work collaboratively with members of analytical teams, IT and others to ensure that the correct processesare followed that meet the needs of the users and support compliance with the Company's overallbusiness and regulatory requirements.
• Recommend solutions and procedures to streamline/improve current processes and provide highestquality support to the global analytical community.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the current procedures, applications, management report and training.
• Promote an overall understanding of existing and new compliance issues and related policies andprocedures.

What You Need to Have:
Education

• : Bachelor's degree preferred
• Self-starter who can work well both independently and as part of a team environment.
• 0-2 years of experience at a global financial services organization.
• Customer focused with the commitment to providing exceptional client service.
• Quick learner with excellent attention to detail.
• Highly motivated, flexible, proactive, and adaptable to change.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• What Would Make You Stand Out:
• Experience in data management and fixed income knowledge would be a plus.
• Experience at a global financial services organization.

Why Fitch?
At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global networkof 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 embracea diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and yourwork will have an impact, regardless of seniority.
We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.
Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries.Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | FitchSolutions | Fitch Learning.
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Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch's credibility and reputation, our employees must take everyprecaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successfulin the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and otherpotential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings thatmay conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginningwork.
Fitch Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualifiedapplicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

FOR CHICAGO ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $50,000 and $55,000. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch's total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.

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