Us Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director - Legal - Leveraged Finance - Toronto

US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director - Legal - Leveraged Finance - Toronto
Requisition ID: 49817
Business Unit: Fitch Ratings
Category: Credit Analysis & Research
Location: Toronto, ON, CA
Date Posted: May 11, 2026
OverviewFitch is seeking a Director for a legal research role within its U.S. Corporates Group. The candidate will work directly with the Head of U.S. Leveraged Finance. The ideal candidate will have a legal background and strong analytical skills, with a deep understanding of loan and bond documentation and legal structures.
What We Offer
Excellent communication skills and a high productivity work ethic are essential
An opportunity to lead high‑visibility research and analysis at a global rating agency
A platform that helps the debt capital markets make more informed decisions via timely, insightful and forward‑looking rating actions and research
Responsibilities
Author insightful research on topics such as covenant structures, impact of documentation on credit profiles and creditor recoveries, as well as general trends in legal documentation related to corporate debt
Perform analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing credit quality for individual entities
Communicate analysis to external audiences (primarily institutional investors, sell‑side analysts and media) through meetings, conference calls, press releases, and written research reports
Conduct and/or participate in meetings with Leveraged Finance industry management teams
Convey the value proposition of Fitch Leveraged Finance research to investors
Participate in the evaluation of other credits within Corporates and related credit groups
Supervise and mentor junior staff on a project‑by‑project basis to efficiently grow the research portfolio
Qualifications
Experience practicing law at a law firm
5‑10 years of relevant experience, preferably in capital markets/leveraged finance
Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience is a plus
Superior analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well within a team and lead and write research reports
Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities
Expertise in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
What Would Make You Stand Out
Meaningful practicing experience at a law firm
Love for ideating and writing research
Objective‑driven self‑starter with substantial entrepreneurial potential
Deep understanding and keen interest in analyzing capital structures
Background in capital markets and/or credit analysis with well‑developed corporate finance skills
Experience executing on research projects from idea generation through presentation at industry events and media
Outstanding interpersonal skills with a strong pattern of leadership and proactive stakeholder interaction
Pay & BenefitsFor Toronto roles only: Expected base pay rates range between $170,000 and $200,000. Salary may vary based on factors including education, training, experience, performance, and other job‑related considerations. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long‑term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.
Fitch Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirmative‑action employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
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