What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structured Finance - Commercial-Backed Securities, Senior Analyst - New York position at Fitch Group?
Requisition ID: 50638
Business Unit: Fitch Ratings
Category: Credit Analysis & Research
Location:
New York, NY, US
Date Posted: Sep 15, 2026
Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Senior Analyst to join the Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) group in our New York or Chicago office.
About the Team:
Fitch Ratings is a global company with a presence in over 30 countries, offering opportunities to work with diverse teams and clients from around the world
An opportunity to be part of a team of analysts performing CRE analysis on securities loans
Provide Fitch’s opinions and perspectives to investors and other market participants on all North American CMBS transactions
A team-oriented work environment
How You’ll Make an Impact:
Identify and assess credit strengths and risks of commercial real estate properties, and the related loan structures in U.S and Canadian CRE markets, and property cash flow underwriting and valuations
Use quantitative skills to analyze property and loan level characteristics and industry trends
Communicate rating conclusions to credit committee
Publish detailed transaction reports, rating commentaries and research reports
You May be a Good Fit if:
Hold a bachelor's degree
Have 2-3 years of experience in underwriting, valuing, or working out commercial real estate, excluding internships
Possess expertise in Excel and Word
Demonstrate strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills with the ability to multitask
Are familiar with commercial property types
Exhibit effective communication skills, including strong writing ability
Can shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change
What Would Make You Stand Out:
Securitization or capital markets experience a plus
Loan workout and/or lending experience a plus
Why Choose Fitch:
Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development, and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations, and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community
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 every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.
Fitch 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.
FOR NEW YORK: Expected base pay rates for the role are between $95,000 and $110,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individual basis and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related considerations. Base pay is one component of Fitch’s total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch, depending on the position.
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Business Unit: Fitch Ratings
Category: Credit Analysis & Research
Location:
New York, NY, US
Date Posted: Sep 15, 2026
Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Senior Analyst to join the Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) group in our New York or Chicago office.
About the Team:
Fitch Ratings is a global company with a presence in over 30 countries, offering opportunities to work with diverse teams and clients from around the world
An opportunity to be part of a team of analysts performing CRE analysis on securities loans
Provide Fitch’s opinions and perspectives to investors and other market participants on all North American CMBS transactions
A team-oriented work environment
How You’ll Make an Impact:
Identify and assess credit strengths and risks of commercial real estate properties, and the related loan structures in U.S and Canadian CRE markets, and property cash flow underwriting and valuations
Use quantitative skills to analyze property and loan level characteristics and industry trends
Communicate rating conclusions to credit committee
Publish detailed transaction reports, rating commentaries and research reports
You May be a Good Fit if:
Hold a bachelor's degree
Have 2-3 years of experience in underwriting, valuing, or working out commercial real estate, excluding internships
Possess expertise in Excel and Word
Demonstrate strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills with the ability to multitask
Are familiar with commercial property types
Exhibit effective communication skills, including strong writing ability
Can shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change
What Would Make You Stand Out:
Securitization or capital markets experience a plus
Loan workout and/or lending experience a plus
Why Choose Fitch:
Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development, and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations, and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community
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 every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.
Fitch 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.
FOR NEW YORK: Expected base pay rates for the role are between $95,000 and $110,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individual basis and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related considerations. Base pay is one component of Fitch’s total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch, depending on the position.
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Salary : $95,000 - $110,000