Rating Analyst

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the capital structure and rating advisory team of a global investment bank in preparing rating presentations, rating models, indicative ratings, and rating scenario analyses

• Strong understanding of financial models, cash flow models, LBO models, forecast analysis, and credit ratio analysis

• Experience conducting debt capacity assessments for acquisition finance, leveraged buyouts, refinancing, dividend recapitalizations, capital structure changes, and other strategic transactions

• Working knowledge of debt financing deal life cycle including origination, structuring and execution

• Direct client interaction experience, including advising clients on rating implications, rating improvement opportunities, rating agency expectations, and strategic financing decisions

• Hands-on experience in identifying and applying key rating agency adjustments, including adjustments related to EBITDA, leases, pensions, operating cash flow, debt, hybrid securities, minority interests, and other methodology-driven considerations

• Understanding of different sectors including Energy, Auto, Transportation and Mobility, Healthcare, Industrials, Media and Communications, Technology, Utilities and Power, Real Estate, Gaming, and Leisure

• Knowledge and hands-on experience in preparing industry analyses, company profiles, peer benchmarking, rating pitchbook materials, and senior management presentations

Key Competencies:

• 3-4 years of experience working with either a rating agency such as Moody's, S&P, Fitch or Rating Advisory team of an investment bank or boutique firm. Experience in below assignments will be required

o Strong expertise in conducting rating analysis and credit assessments for large corporates and debt issuances

o Comprehensive understanding of Moody's and S&P rating methodologies, financial risk and business risk frameworks, and methodology-driven analytical adjustments

o Proven experience applying major rating agency adjustments and interpreting their impact on leverage, coverage, cash flow, and overall credit quality

o Experience in direct client interaction with a demonstrated ability to advise clients on rating outcomes

o Experience building and reviewing financial models, including cash flow forecast models, LBO models, and rating sensitivity models

o Prior experience using Moody's Ratings Direct, S&P Capital IQ Ratings Direct, and Fitch Connect for credit research, rating analysis, peer benchmarking, and monitoring rating actions

• Should be well versed with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills with extensive experience in Client handling

• Post-Graduation in Finance (MBA, CFA, CA etc.) or equivalent qualification