Funds Ratings - Analyst / Senior Analyst (London)

London, United KingdomPosition Title: Funds Ratings - Analyst / Senior Analyst (London)Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK LimitedEmployment Type: Full-timeLocation: London, EnglandSummary/Overview:Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited

is seeking an

Analyst/Senior Analyst

to join our growing

Funds Ratings

team in the

London

office. The Funds team assigns and monitors credit ratings on various debt instruments issued by funds, closed-end funds, and other fund vehicles. KBRA’s growing ratings portfolio encompasses funds which leverage a variety of asset growth and income generation strategies including fixed income securities, private equity, private credit, real estate, and middle market lending. A strong candidate will have extensive experience and interest in fund investment and credit strategies.About the Job:Assist with credit research on a variety of funds, closed-end funds, and other investment vehicles.Assist with the development of rating and analytical tools such as cash flow and asset coverage models used to evaluate fund debt structures.Assist in the quantitative and qualitative preparation and presentation of internal credit memos and publications.Participate in diligence meetings with fund management teams to assess their investment acumen, risk management skills, and overall ability to develop and successfully execute strategies.Develop and maintain complex spreadsheets and databases.Ability to leverage and seamlessly collaborate with KBRA experts in other sectors such as project finance, corporate finance, financial institutions, and structured finance.Assist in research for internal and publication purposes.You will be successful in this role if you have:Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or Math related fields or any subject that results in strong analytical skills.One (1) to Three (3) years of work experience as a credit analyst with experience in fund lending, investing, or structured finance is preferred.Ability to work as an integral part of a highly collaborative team and across disciplines in a challenging and dynamic environment.Ability to manage time and resources in a fast-growing company.Effective verbal, written and presentation communications skills.Proficiency in Advanced Excel, ability to cash flow model is required.Extremely high attention to detail.Proficiency in SQL and VBA for querying databases a strong advantage.Successful progression towards CFA a plus.Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.A flexible hybrid work schedule – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays in the officeCompetitive benefits and paid time offPaid family and disability leavePension planEducational and professional development financial assistanceEmployee referral bonus programAbout UsKroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA) is a full-service credit rating agency registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as an NRSRO. Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe Limited is registered as a CRA with the European Securities and Markets Authority. Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited is registered as a CRA with the UK Financial Conduct Authority pursuant to the Temporary Registration Regime. In addition, KBRA is designated as a designated rating organization by the Ontario Securities Commission for issuers of asset-backed securities to file a short form prospectus or shelf prospectus. KBRA is also recognized by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners as a Credit Rating Provider. Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK is located at Augustine House, Austin Friars, London, EC2N 2HA, United Kingdom.#LI-HYBRIDApply for this job

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