Analyst, Credit Ratings, European FIG

About the role

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead analysts in preparing analytical materials for credit rating committees and for the monitoring of existing credit ratings, as well as contributing to issuer and sector research.
• Participate as an observer in rating committees, draft rating committee minutes and update internal. databases to reflect committee decisions.
• Perform financial statement analysis.
• Adhere to regulatory and company procedures.
• Acquire a solid understanding of covered sectors and of relevant rating methodologies.

This position may require occasional European travel.

Qualifications

• Degree in economics, finance, statistics, accounting or related field. CFA designation or enrollment in the CFA program is preferred.
• Numeracy and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, graphic creation and database management are essential.
• Some professional or academic experience in credit analysis of financial institutions is preferred.
• Detail-oriented research abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work closely with others as well as independently, and produce detailed work in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent communication skills in English. Fluency in Spanish, German, and/or another European language is a plus.

Base Salary Compensation Range

Bonus Target:

We expect the compensation and target bonus for this role to fall within the stated range. The specific compensation offered will depend on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors.

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.