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Position Title: ABS Surveillance Data Entry – Analyst (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, New York
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency) is seeking an analyst to join our Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) team in the New York, NY office. This individual will be responsible for monthly data input and other tasks associated with the surveillance of ABS sectors such as whole business, solar, aircraft, railcar leases, auto loans, consumer loans, credit cards, home improvement loans, and/or solar loans.
About the Job:
- Perform timely entry of data from monthly deal reports into excel spreadsheets and KBRA’s proprietary system.
- Identify anomalies in the deal data and promptly alert the appropriate analysts.
- Engage in ongoing surveillance of rated transactions and assist in the preparation of surveillance credit memoranda and reports used for rating committees and publications.
- Manage a list of the sources of the monthly deal reports.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- B.A. / B.S. degree.
- 0-2 years of business experience within Financial Services.
- Strong Excel skills are critical for this position.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and work closely with partners in a collaborative environment.
- Experience using financial modeling software (e.g. Intex) a plus.
- Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.
Salary Range:
The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $70,000 to $85,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office)
- Competitive benefits and paid time off
- Paid family and disability leave
- 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
- Employee referral bonus program
About Us:
Kroll 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.
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KBRA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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ABS Consumer - Director (NY/ Chicago)
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Position Title: ABS Consumer - Director (NY/ Chicago)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY or Chicago, Illinois
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency) is seeking an experienced credit analyst to join our Consumer Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) team. The position is open to candidates in our New York City Office or Chicago Office. The ideal candidate will have meaningful experience in consumer ABS asset classes (including, for example, Autos, Unsecured Consumer, Credit Card, or Student Loans). Directors and Senior Directors within the ABS group hold an integral role on the transaction rating team, engaging in all aspects of the rating process from collateral analysis to report publication while also managing and mentoring junior staff. Senior Directors often are expected to serve as thought leaders within their subject areas.
Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct and assist in transaction analysis including originator/servicer evaluation, collateral performance analysis, modeling and analysis of bond structure, and review of legal structure and documentation.
- Serve as lead analyst and primary contact with clients, deal arrangers and investors.
- Prepare and present credit memoranda to rating committees and contribute to transaction reports for publication.
- Lead the development of new rating methodologies (as necessary), as well as topical research and market commentaries.
- Surveil and monitor outstanding transactions, updating ratings as warranted.
- Attend and lead discussions at investor meetings or industry events (which may require travel).
Successful candidates will possess the following:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- More than ten (10) years of demonstrated experience in credit analysis within the ABS sector at a Rating Agency, Buy-Side Investor, Credit Research, or similar environment.
- Strong Excel skills (excel test may be administered as part of the interview process)
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and work closely with partners in a collaborative environment.
- Strong analytical skills relating to transaction evaluation, including loan credit risk assessment and analysis of asset and bond cash flows.
- Proficient with relevant financial modeling software (e.g. Intex)
- Strong oral and written communications skills (writing sample on request).
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.
Salary Range:
The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $160,000 to $190,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office)
- Competitive benefits and paid time off
- Paid family and disability leave
- 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
- Educational and professional development financial assistance
- Employee referral bonus program
About Us:
Kroll 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.
More Info:
KBRA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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ABS Consumer – Associate / Associate Director (NY / Chicago)
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Position Title: ABS Consumer – Associate / Associate Director (NY / Chicago)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY or Chicago, Illinois, United States
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency) is seeking an experienced credit analyst to join our Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) team is expanding. The ideal candidate will have experience in ABS sectors, either consumer (such as auto loans, consumer loans, credit cards, etc.) or commercial/esoteric (data center, equipment, communications infrastructure, aviation etc.). The candidate may be expected work across asset classes within ABS. Successful candidates will possess an ability to be highly adaptable and show strong critical thinking skills. An Associate/Associate Director within the ABS group holds an integral role on the transaction rating team, engaging in all aspects of the rating process from collateral analysis to report publication.
About the Job:
- Conduct transaction analysis including originator/servicer evaluation, collateral performance and loan pool analysis, modeling and analysis of bond structure, and review of legal structure and documentation.
- Assist in the preparation of credit memoranda and presentation of transactions to rating committees.
- Prepare and contribute to individual transaction reports for publication.
- Assist in the publication of market commentaries related to topical events or research.
- Serve as secondary contact to investors and clients or structuring banks, working under the guidance and direction of senior team members.
- Engage in ongoing surveillance of rated transactions and updating ratings as warranted.
- Attend and participate in seller/servicer due diligence, investor discussions, or industry events (which, in some cases, may require travel).
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- B.A. / B.S. degree in a relevant field of study.
- Minimum of three (3)+ for Associate, five(5)/six (6)+ years for Associate Director of demonstrated experience in credit analysis within the ABS sector at a Rating Agency, Buy-Side Investor, Credit Research, or similar environment.
- Strong Excel skills (excel test may be administered as part of the interview process)
- Strong analytical skills relating to transaction evaluation, including loan credit risk assessment and analysis of asset and bond cash flows.
- Proficient with relevant financial modeling software (e.g. Intex)
- Strong oral and written communications skills (writing sample on request).
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and work closely with partners in a collaborative environment.
- Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.
Salary Range:
The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $100,000 to $150,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office)
- Competitive benefits and paid time off
- Paid family and disability leave
- 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
- Educational and professional development financial assistance
- Employee referral bonus program
About Us:
Kroll 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.
More Info:
KBRA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
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ABS Consumer - Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY / Chicago)
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Position Title: ABS Consumer - Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY / Chicago)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY, United States
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking a Credit Analyst/Senior Analyst for our ABS - Consumer team in the New York or Chicago office. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in ABS. Knowledge in auto loans, consumer loans, solar loans, home improvement loans, credit card receivables, small business loans preferred. An Analyst within the ABS Consumer group will be a part of the transaction rating team, working with other members of the team through all aspects of the rating process from collateral analysis to report publication.
About the Job:
- Perform transaction analysis including originator/servicer evaluation, loan pool analysis, modeling and analysis of bond structure, and review of legal structure and documentation
- Help to prepare credit submissions and present transactions to rating committee
- Write and prepare individual transaction reports for publication
- Attend and participate in issuer due diligence
- Perform ongoing surveillance on outstanding transactions: monitor performance, run cash flow analysis, create surveillance reports, present to surveillance committees and update ratings as appropriate
- Assist in the publication of market commentaries and industry-related topics
- Willingness to travel as needed
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- B.A. / B.S. degree is required.
- A strong interest or up to 2 years’ experience for Analyst, and 2+ years for Senior Analyst in performing credit analysis in the ABS sector within a rating agency, buy-side, credit research, banking or similar role
- Strong oral and written communications skills
- Transaction analysis including originator/servicer evaluation, loan pool analysis, modeling and analysis of bond structure, and review of legal structure and documentation
- Strong Excel and Intex skills
- Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as work closely with team members in a collaborative environment.
- Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.
Salary Range:
The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $75,000 to $95,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office)
- Competitive benefits and paid time off
- Paid family and disability leave
- 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
- Educational and professional development financial assistance
- Employee referral bonus program
About Us:
Kroll 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.
More Info:
KBRA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
#LI-DG1
#LI-HYBRID
Ready to apply?
Apply to KBRA