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Corporates Ratings - Associate Director (NY / Chicago)
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Position Title: Corporates Ratings - Associate Director (New York / Chicago)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: New York, New York; Chicago, Illinois
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking an Associate Director to join our growing our Corporates Ratings team with a focus on conducting fundamental credit analysis and research across a wide range of sectors.
The Associate Director will work in a highly collaborative team that liaises with internal and external stakeholders to produce high quality and timely corporate credit opinions. The Associate Director will also help conduct credit research on a variety of industrial sectors, including analyzing and publishing trends, key rating factors, and evolving credit metrics. This individual will have significant interaction with senior management of corporate issuers, and their advisors. This position is based in our New York or Chicago office.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead the credit rating process by preparing internal credit memos, analyzing cash flows, performing sector analysis, and publishing credit reports.
- Author sector research for investors and lenders across private credit, direct lending, and public debt markets.
- Assist in the development and evolution of rating processes and analytical tools.
- Participate in issuer and investor meetings to explain KBRA methodologies and demonstrate understanding of industry trends.
Key Job Qualifications:
Flourish in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. Effectively collaborate with your team members and are motivated to succeed and continually strive for consistency, accuracy and timeliness.
You will be successful in this role if you:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics or management or any subject that prepared you to be a thoughtful qualitative and quantitative analyst and a strong writer. Master’s degree and/or CFA are preferred.
- A minimum of five (5) or more years of work experience performing credit analysis within Corporates in a rating agency, buy-side, sell-side, banking, or other similar environment within a bank or other financial institution. Prior fundamental credit training (including financial statement analysis) is preferred.
- Conduct due diligence and interact with clients as part of the rating process.
- Possess a solid understanding of capital markets and relevant experience in credit, fixed income research or capital markets.
- Experience with corporate financial statements including 10-Ks, 10-Qs.
- Work as an integral part of a team and across disciplines in a challenging and dynamic environment.
- Manage time and resources in a fast-growing company.
- Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills.
- Strong quantitative skills including advanced capabilities with Excel and proficiency in financial statement analysis.
- Ability to work, lead, and seamlessly integrate in a highly collegial, dynamic, and innovative work environment.
Salary Range:
The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $120,000 to $150,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
KBRA Benefits
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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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.
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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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Corporate Credit Assessment - Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY)
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Position: Corporate Credit Assessment - Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking an Analyst/Senior Analyst with a strong accounting and corporate finance background to join our growing Corporate Credit Assessment Group. The candidate will focus on building out and managing KBRA’s growing database of private credit corporate assessments and using it to conduct fundamental credit analysis and research. The Corporate Credit Assessment Group at KBRA is one of the firm’s most rapidly growing teams. The Group provides credit analytics that directly contribute to credit ratings issued across KBRA asset classes including Structured Credit, Asset-Backed Securities, Project Finance, and Funds, among others. The position is based in the New York office.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide credit assessments on corporates based on an analysis of their financial statements. Write rationale to defend assessments and present analysis to internal and external stakeholders.
- Assist senior team members with key initiatives in areas including methodology development, research, project management and database development and maintenance.
- Collaborate on writing and publishing timely research about corporate credit trends, markets, and any other topics relevant to KBRA clients. Analysts are encouraged to bring ideas to their managers on an ongoing basis. You may see your work published on the KBRA website!
- Work in partnership with professionals in other KBRA sectors daily to meet client deadlines and deliver the best-in-class work for which KBRA has been recognized.
- Develop a deep understanding of variables that impact corporate credit and credit risk. Gain experience and understanding in how market fluctuations directly impact a company’s bottom line and risk profile.
Key Job Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications for All Applicants
- Bachelor's degree required
- Analyst level: Zero (0) to two (2) years of investment research experience, or experience in similar financial analyst roles within a bank or other financial institutions.
- Senior Analyst level: A minimum of two (2) or more years of investment research experience, or similar financial analyst roles within a bank or other financial institutions
- Significant prior experience or coursework in accounting and credit analysis.
- Experience with corporate financial statements including 10-Ks, 10-Qs.
- Keen interest in Credit Analysis/Capital Markets with a proven ability to learn.
- Strong communication skills (verbal, written and presentation) and proven ability to work both independently and as a team.
- Experience or comfort with database management languages like SQL, Microsoft Office Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with accounting and financial statement analysis.
- Coding / Programing Skills including SQL, VBA, Python and /or R.
- 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 $90,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
KBRA Benefits
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 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.
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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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Banking Reporter: Banks & Credit Unions - Associate Director (NY)
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Position Title: Banking Reporter: Banks & Credit Unions - Associate Director (NY)
Entity: KBRA Analytics, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, New York
Summary/Overview:
KBRA Analytics, LLC is seeking a Banking Reporter: Banks & Credit Unions, Associate Director to lead research and marketing for its KBRA Financial Intelligence (KFI) product, a market-leading data platform covering all U.S. banks and credit unions. This position is based out of KBRA’s New York office.
About the Job:
- Collaborate with internal and external sources to deliver breaking news and in-depth reporting on topical banking trends.
- Create topical and recurring research pieces for a broad audience of subscribers, prospects, and other industry participants
- Deliver data-driven written research, webinar presentations, and other content types to drive brand awareness and engagement.
- Build relationships with key media contacts and identify opportunities to proactively pitch published reports and product offerings.
- Develop written materials including press releases, targeted email campaigns, and other internal and external communication announcements as required.
- Work with Marketing team to promote product content and offerings for press features via social media (LinkedIn, X), email marketing, webinars, and podcasts.
- Regularly attend industry conferences with speaking engagements and host product webinars to grow brand recognition
- Write sophisticated content for an expert audience of banking, credit union, and other financial sector professionals.
- Conduct in-depth interviews with industry experts to deliver unique market insights.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Communications, Journalism, or 5-10 years in related field.
- Demonstrated background knowledge of banking and credit unions required.
- Comprehension of financial markets and macroeconomic data.
- Required advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with strong writing and editorial abilities.
- Ability to turn complex financial concepts into easily understandable content.
- Strong understanding of digital marketing and SEO tools ( Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Marketo)
- Strong time management skills; ability to expertly and efficiently multitask.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Extreme attention to detail is a must.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative in role but also work collaboratively in a team 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 $120,000 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)
- Employee referral bonus program
About Us:
KBRA Analytics, LLC (KBRA Analytics) is our premier product platform for high quality data and advanced analytics. Our seasoned teams of industry specialists across each product provide unparalleled insight creating a foundation of deeper analysis and rapid discovery for users. KBRA Analytics is an affiliate of Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA). KBRA is a full-service credit rating agency registered in the U.S., designated to provide structured finance ratings in Canada, and with credit rating affiliates registered in the EU and UK.
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Corporate Credit Assessment - Director / Senior Director (NY)
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Position: Corporate Credit Assessment - Director / Senior Director
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking a Director/Senior Director in the Corporate Credit Assessments Group in the New York office. The candidate must have a strong accounting, corporate finance and high yield credit analysis background to assume a management role in a growing group, including, but not limited to, serving as a senior credit analyst, managing junior credit analysts and contributing to the work process behind credit estimates and credit assessments. The candidate will also focus on conducting and reviewing credit assessments of private companies based on financial statements, creditor agreements and Investment Committee Memos. Solid prior experience at analyzing creditor agreements and an interest in writing and presenting research are key job requirements.
The Director/Senior Director will work in a highly collaborative team that liaises with internal and external stakeholders in order to produce high quality and timely corporate credit opinions. The Director/Senior Director will also help conduct credit research on a variety of industrial and service sectors along with developing industry/sector expertise, including key rating factors and credit metrics. Further, the candidate will also have direct involvement in KBRA’s corporate credit assessment process with significant interaction to senior management and executives at leading financial institutions.
Job Responsibilities:
- Analyze financial statements and creditor agreements to identify key strengths and weaknesses and use findings to inform credit assessments.
- Provide and review credit assessments on corporates based on an analysis of their financial statements. Write rationale to defend assessments and present analysis to internal and external stakeholders.
- Assist senior team members with key initiatives in areas including methodology development and research.
- Collaborate on writing and publishing timely research about corporate credit trends, markets, and any other topics relevant to KBRA clients. Analysts are encouraged to bring ideas to their managers on an ongoing basis. You may see your work published on the KBRA website!
- Work in partnership with professionals in other KBRA sectors daily to meet client deadlines and deliver the best-in-class work for which KBRA has been recognized.
- Develop a deep understanding of variables that impact corporate credit and credit risk. Gain experience and understanding in how market fluctuations directly impact a company’s bottom line and risk profile.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in any subject that prepared you to be a thoughtful qualitative and quantitative analyst and a strong writer. Master’s degree is preferred, including postgraduate professional certifications, such as the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designations.
- Minimum of (10) or more years in an investment research or similar financial analyst roles within a bank or other financial institution and prior fundamental credit training (including financial statement analysis). Research experience is a plus.
- Experience with corporate financial statements including 10-Ks, 10-Qs.
- Keen interest in writing research.
- Have the ability to conduct due-diligence and interact with clients as part of the assessment process.
- Possess a solid understanding of capital markets and relevant experience in credit, fixed income research or capital markets. Direct and relevant experience in the private credit industry is preferred.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written) and proven ability to work both independently and as a team.
- Prior managerial experience, with an emphasis on growing and developing the analytical skills of junior analysts
- Experience with Microsoft Office Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- 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 $210,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
KBRA Benefits
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 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.
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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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Corporate Ratings – Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY)
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Position Title: Corporate Rating – Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, New York
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA, LLC) is seeking an Analyst / Senior Analyst to join its growing Corporate Ratings team. This role will be focused on credit ratings and research across across various sectors, including aviation, shipping, rail and REITs ( Real Estate Investment Trusts ). The position will be based out of KBRA’s New York office.
About the Job:
- Analyze financial statements of companies
- Prepare committee memos, research reports, and supporting analytical materials and assist senior analysts in rating process and research efforts
- Present rating recommendations in rating committees and participate in external management meetings and investor calls
- Monitor portfolio of companies for significant developments
- Assist in ensuring key procedures and processes are adhered to
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced graduate degree and/or CFA designation a plus
- 0-2 years of work experience in a financial analysis role within financial services or rating agency
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and Excel skills
- Attention to details
- Ability to work as part of a collaborative team in a challenging and dynamic environment
- Strong interest and/or relevant experience in ratings and/or financial sector transactions
- CFA and knowledge of Bloomberg considered positively
- 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)
- 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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Revenue Operations (Data & Systems) – Associate Director (NY)
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Position: Revenue Operations (Data & Systems) – Associate Director (NY)
Entity: KBRA Holdings, LLC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview
KBRA is seeking a highly detail-oriented and self-directed individual to oversee sales and revenue operations, owning the integrity, structure, and usability of our sales and financial data across Salesforce and NetSuite. This role will lead the evolution of our operational data into a streamlined, reporting-focused environment, including scalable processes and documentation to support long-term growth, while ensuring ongoing data integrity and maintenance.
This is a strategic, hands-on role requiring someone to independently diagnose issues, implement solutions, and drive cross-functional alignment across multiple functions.
About the Job
As KBRA continues to scale, the Associate Director of Revenue Operations will lead the transition to a reporting-centric operating model. Approximately 70% of the role will focus on building and transforming—including analyzing current-state processes, redesigning data structures, standardizing workflows, and implementing scalable systems and documentation. The remaining 30% will focus on maintaining and improving data quality, supporting ongoing reporting, and ensuring process adherence across the organization.
This role sits at the intersection of Business Development, Finance, and Technology, with end-to-end ownership of revenue data integrity, reporting, and process design across Salesforce and NetSuite. You will be responsible for evaluating existing processes, identifying gaps, and driving the execution of improvements that enable reliable pipeline reporting, detailed sales & financial reporting, and operational scalability. You will partner closely with stakeholders across KBRA to align systems, define clear operating cadences, and establish a single source of truth for key metrics.
The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, systems-minded, and comfortable operating independently, able to identify what’s broken, implement solutions, and enforce the standards needed to sustain them.
What you'll do
- Lead the transition to a reporting-centric data model across Salesforce and NetSuite, ensuring consistency and reliability of revenue data
- Analyze current systems, data, and workflows; identify gaps and implement scalable solutions to improve accuracy and efficiency
- Own and execute data cleanup and standardization initiatives to establish a trusted foundation for reporting and ensure data quality, monitoring, and continuous process improvement
- Define and enforce data governance, field definitions, and naming conventions across systems
- Design and implement end-to-end processes and best practices across the deal lifecycle, aligning Business Development and Finance workflows
- Partner cross-functionally with Business Development, Finance, Technology, Legal, and other functions to drive operational improvements and system alignment
- Maintain accurate daily pipeline outputs, and detailed revenue reporting, supporting business planning, forecasting, and executive decision-making
- Support and drive systems integrations, automation, enhancements, and data alignment (Salesforce, NetSuite, and other tools) to ensure seamless data flow, scalability, and reporting consistency
- Create and maintain clear documentation for data definitions, processes, and system usage; establish a single source of truth
- Train and onboard stakeholders on new processes and tools to ensure adoption and long-term sustainability
About You
You are a highly detail-oriented and systems-minded operator who takes ownership of complex, ambiguous problems and drives them to resolution. You are comfortable working independently but know when to engage stakeholders to build alignment and move initiatives forward.
You have a strong bias toward structure and clarity, with a drive to improve and standardize existing processes. You are naturally curious, analytical, and able to connect data, systems, and workflows to business outcomes.
You are energized by transforming messy, inconsistent environments into clean, scalable, and well-documented systems, and you take pride in building solutions that reduce manual effort and improve reliability over time.
You will be successful in this role if you have
- Possess deep expertise in Salesforce, including data architecture, reporting, and integrations; experience with NetSuite or a similar ERP platform is strongly preferred
- Think holistically about system integration and designing end-to-end process workflows (pipeline to revenue, deal lifecycle, billing alignment), and have a strong track record of driving measurable improvements to sales operations and reporting processes
- Have experience operating in a high-growth, evolving environment, where processes and systems are not fully defined and a proven track record of cleaning and standardizing complex, inconsistent datasets and implementing processes to maintain long-term data integrity
- Has 6+ years of experience in Revenue Operations, Sales Operations, or related roles, with demonstrated ownership of data, systems, and process improvements
- Are highly detail-oriented, with the ability to analyze complex datasets and translate them into clear, actionable insights
- Proactively seek feedback from key stakeholders and use it to continuously refine processes, systems, and reporting outputs
- Build strong cross-functional relationships and effectively collaborate with stakeholders while maintaining clear ownership of outcomes
- Demonstrate strong communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and tailor messaging across technical and non-technical audiences
- Operate as a strong individual contributor, capable of owning initiatives end-to-end with minimal oversight
- Take initiative in ambiguous situations, independently identifying issues and driving solutions without requiring detailed direction
- Exhibit strong business judgment and organizational discipline, with a focus on scalability and long-term impact
- Are outcome-oriented and proactive, with a sense of urgency and a bias toward action
- 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 $120,000 to $160,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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Position Title: CMBS / CRE Research - Associate (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, New York
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA)’s CMBS group is seeking a highly motivated CMBS / CRE Research Associate to support the firm’s commercial real estate (CRE) and CMBS platform. The CMBS group assigns and maintains credit ratings and conducts thought-leadership research across Conduit, SASB, Agency, CRE CLO, SFR, Data Center, and other CRE transactions.
This role will work closely with the Senior Researcher, as well as modeling, new issue and surveillance teams, to produce high-quality research, data analysis, and publications that inform market participants and support KBRA’s ratings process. This role is ideal for candidates with strong analytical and technical skills, an interest in CRE and structured finance, the ability to translate complex data into clear actionable insights, and strong writing and communication abilities.
Job Responsibilities:
- Support the development of CMBS and CRE research publications including market commentary, thematic reports, default studies, and sector analyses
- Analyze large proprietary and third-party datasets related to loan and ratings performance, property-level metrics, and broader CRE market trends. Extract, clean, and manipulate data using SQL, Excel, and VBA to support research
- Formulate data-centered opinions to support internal and external research
- Prepare, draft and edit CRE and CMBS research pieces within company publishing guidelines. Produce monthly research reports for CMBS market participants
- Assist with various ad hoc data management tasks or projects to ensure an efficient and effective group workflow
- Stay abreast of CRE and CMBS markets and trends as well as general economic and capital market conditions by attending online or in-person seminars and conferences and reading industry literature
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Data Science, or a related field
- Two to five years of experience in CMBS, CRE analytics, structured finance or data-driven research roles
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel, including financial modeling, large dataset manipulation, and automation using VBA and AI. Strong working knowledge of SQL for querying, extracting, and managing data (expected to be used regularly)
- Solid understanding of commercial real estate fundamentals and capital markets. Familiarity with CMBS structures, loan-level analysis, and surveillance concepts preferred
- Experience working with CRE data platforms (especially, Trepp database) and CREFC Investor Reporting Package is desired.
- Exceptional attention to detail; strong verbal, written and presentation skills; ability to multitask and manage deadlines.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently and work closely with fellow 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 $90,000 to $120,000. 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.
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Position Title: Assistant General Counsel (NY)
Entity: KBRA Holdings LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC and its affiliates (“KBRA”) are seeking an Assistant General Counsel to join the Legal Department. You will be enthusiastic, highly motivated, have a strong work ethic and be well-equipped to work closely with other members of the Legal Department on the types of matters described below in addition to other matters that may arise. The position will be based out of our New York office.
About the Team:
The Legal Department handles all of KBRA’s legal matters, with the exception of ratings analysis and determinations. The Legal Department works with analysts, compliance, finance, technology and senior management across the company.
About the Job:
As an Assistant General Counsel, your responsibilities may span a broad range of in-house legal matters and may include the review, negotiation and drafting of client engagement letters; subscription agreements with clients across various product offerings; vendor agreements for various types of services and products; all other types of contracts to which KBRA may be a party; and management of KBRA’s contracts. Your work may also extend to legal and regulatory matters arising across KBRA’s U.S., UK, EU, and broader international operations.
You may also be responsible for the following:
- Engagement Letters/Business Development: You will review, negotiate and draft engagement letters with clients across all sectors in which KBRA issues ratings, including structured finance, project finance, and financial institutions. You will serve as a resource for Business Development with respect to questions that arise during the client engagement process.
- Corporate Governance: You will support corporate governance matters, including assisting with board and committee meetings, preparation of materials, and related governance processes and documentation.
- Data Privacy/Cybersecurity: You will gain familiarity with data privacy laws in the jurisdictions in which KBRA operates, collaborate with the Information Security team on best practices across jurisdictions, and support the implementation of cybersecurity, operational resilience, and related regulatory requirements.
- Regulatory Framework: You will gain familiarity with the regulatory framework, laws and regulations applicable to credit rating agencies and how regulations affect all aspects of KBRA. You will advise KBRA’s employees about the applicability of regulations on KBRA’s day-to-day work.
- Compliance: You will collaborate with the Compliance Department on discrete and ongoing matters before the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including annual examinations, submissions to the SEC and various requests.
- Regulatory Affairs: You will collaborate with KBRA’s Regulatory and Government Affairs group to the extent necessary, to assist in research on credit rating agency regulation in other jurisdictions, the preparation of registration documents, and respond to regulatory requests.
- Intellectual Property: You will assist with protecting KBRA’s intellectual property, including filing and managing trademark and copyright registrations, and negotiating license agreements.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Have a JD and admission to the New York bar
- Have at least 6-10+ years of experience
- Possess a strong background in reviewing, drafting and negotiating agreements
- Have familiarity with corporate governance matters
- Have knowledge of securities laws and experience working in highly regulated environments
- Structured finance, capital markets, and mergers and acquisitions experience are a plus
- Have strong verbal and written communication skills. Writing samples will be requested
- Have strong research, analysis, organizational, and project management skills with excellent attention to detail Employment law experience is 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 $200,000 to $250,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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Corporates Ratings - Director (NY / Chicago)
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Position Title: Corporates - Ratings Director (NY / Chicago)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: New York, New York or Chicago, Illinois
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking a Director to join our growing our Corporates Ratings team with a focus on conducting fundamental credit analysis and research across a wide range of sectors.
The Director will work in a highly collaborative team that liaises with internal and external stakeholders to produce high quality and timely corporate credit opinions. The Director will also help conduct credit research on a variety of industrial and service sectors, including analyzing and publishing trends, key rating factors, and evolving credit metrics. This individual will have significant interaction with senior management of corporate issuers, and their advisors. This position is based in our New York or Chicago office.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead the credit rating process by preparing internal credit memos, analyzing cash flows, performing sector analysis, and publishing credit reports.
- Author sector research for investors and lenders across private credit, direct lending, and public debt markets.
- Assist in the development and evolution of rating processes and analytical tools.
- Participate in issuer and investor meetings to explain KBRA methodologies and demonstrate understanding of industry trends.
Key Job Qualifications:
Flourish in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. Effectively collaborate with your team members and are motivated to succeed and continually strive for consistency, accuracy and timeliness.
You will be successful in this role if you:
- Bachelor’s degree in any subject that prepared you to be a thoughtful qualitative and quantitative analyst and a strong writer. Master’s degree is preferred.
- A minimum of seven (7) or more years of work experience as a financial analyst role within a bank or other financial institution. Prior fundamental credit training (including financial statement analysis) is preferred..
- Conduct due-diligence and interact with clients as part of the rating process.
- Possess a solid understanding of capital markets and relevant experience in credit, fixed income research or capital markets.
- Experience with corporate financial statements including 10-Ks, 10-Qs.
- Work as an integral part of a team and across disciplines in a challenging and dynamic environment.
- Manage time and resources in a fast-growing company.
- 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 $150,000 to $200,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
KBRA Benefits
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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Corporate Credit Funds Research Senior Analyst (NY)
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Position Title: Corporate Credit Funds Research Senior Analyst (NY)(NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
KBRA is seeking a Senior Analyst to join its Corporate Credit Funds Group, a highly visible and interconnected team responsible for producing market-facing, data-driven research focused on the private credit ecosystem. The role sits at the center of KBRA’s access to proprietary data and focuses on translating complex datasets into credit-oriented insights used by decision makers including investors, issuers, and internal stakeholders.
About the Job:
- Develop research in collaboration with sector experts using years of proprietary data, including:
- Corporate research that leverages KBRA’s access to financial statements, lender investment memoranda, and credit agreements for more than 5,300 sponsor-backed middle market companies.
- Fund research derived from rated note feeders, collateralized fund obligations, private equity net asset value loans, and asset-based finance reporting and performance.
- Structured credit research, including analysis of collateralized loan obligations (CLOs) and related structured products
- Build a deep understanding of the variables that impact credit, including how private markets function, power the economy, manage risk, and generate investment returns.
- Interface with senior members across the firm on research, database development, and analysis.
- Participate in diligence meetings with fund management teams to understand key themes emerging in private markets.
- Track defaults and recoveries, and research the underlying drivers.
- Write quarterly reports on corporate credit, structured credit, and fund-related topics, as well as intermittent updates based on recent trends or news.
- Develop presentations used internally and for public conferences.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- A keen curiosity about private markets and credit with a demonstrated capability and willingness to learn.
- Attention to detail.
- Proven ability to collect, clean, normalize, and analyze datasets.
- Demonstrated initiative to explore ideas and develop original, defensible, data-driven views.
- Strong Excel capabilities (chart building, pivot tables, modeling).
- Some understanding of either corporate or fund credit analysis.
- Writing experience, familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, and coding / programming skills are a plus.
- Two (2) or more years of experience in credit, research, investing, or structured finance.
- A bachelor's degree.
- 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 $85,000 to $105,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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Position Title: HR Business Partner (Contract) NY
Entity: KBRA Holdings LLC
Employment Type: Temporary / Contract (6 months)
Location: New York, New York
Summary
KBRA, a leading global credit rating agency, is seeking a Temporary HR Business Partner to support the HR team for approximately 6 months. This role will provide hands-on support across key HR processes including performance management cycles, employee relations support, immigration case coordination, and HR systems administration. This position will partner closely with members of the HR Business Partner, Talent Acquisition and HR Operations teams to ensure continuity of core HR processes and provide timely support to managers and employees across the firm.
About the Team
The Human Resources Department is responsible for supporting the employee experience at KBRA, including recruiting, talent development, engagement, compensation, benefits, and HR operations. As a lean HR organization, the team collaborates closely to deliver high-impact HR initiatives while maintaining responsive support for employees and managers across the firm.
Summary of Responsibilities
Support the HR Business Partner team in managing key HR programs and operational initiatives during the 6-month engagement, including:
Performance Management
- Support the execution of the mid-year and annual performance management cycles
- Assist managers with performance review processes, documentation, and system workflows
- Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance management best practices
Employee Relations & HR Advisory
- Support the HRBP team in employee relations matters, including documentation, investigations, and follow-up actions
- Assist with reasonable accommodation requests in partnership with HR Business Partners
- Provide day-to-day HR guidance to managers and employees on HR policies and processes
Immigration Case Management
- Coordinate with immigration counsel on active visa cases
- Track case progress and ensure timely documentation from managers and employees
- Maintain accurate records and reporting of immigration matters
HR Systems & Data Support
- Partner with HR Operations to support ongoing cleanup and optimization of the HRIS system
- Assist with updates to organizational structure, historical data corrections, and reporting requests
- Support data validation and ensure HR data integrity
Cross-Functional HR Collaboration
- Work closely with HR Operations, Talent Acquisition and HR Business Partners to ensure smooth delivery of HR programs
- Proactively identify and assist in evolving process and policy improvements to increase efficiencies and productivity in HR operational processes
- Support ad hoc HR initiatives and projects as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required and at least 8 years of HR experience, including 3-5 years in a strategic HRBP role
- Experience supporting performance management cycles and employee relations matters
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- High attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Experience working with HRIS systems and HR data management
- Experience in financial services or professional services environments is a plus
Hourly Rate
$60/hour - $80/hour
About Us:
KBRA is a full-service credit rating agency registered in the U.S., the EU and the UK, and is designated to provide structured finance ratings in Canada. KBRA’s ratings can be used by investors for regulatory capital purposes in multiple jurisdictions.
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Position Title: Insurance Credit Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, New York
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA) is seeking an Analyst/Senior Analyst to join its rapidly expanding Insurance ratings team. This dynamic and high energy professional will support all aspects of the credit ratings process for insurance companies and associated debt issuances. KBRA’s extensive and growing portfolio includes companies across all sectors of the global insurance sector including property/casualty, life, annuity and reinsurance. A strong candidate will have experience and interest in the insurance industry. The position is based out of KBRA’s New York City office.
About the Job:
- Assist with all aspects of the credit ratings process including preparation of quantitative and qualitative analysis as well as active participation in team discussions.
- Assist with the development of rating and analytical tools to support financial statement analysis and evaluate debt instruments.
- Participate in on-site diligence meetings with management teams to assess their investment expertise, risk management skills, operational processes and overall ability to develop and successfully execute strategies.
- Develop and maintain complex spreadsheets and databases.
- Leverage and seamlessly collaborate with KBRA experts in other sectors such as investment funds, financial institutions, and structured credit.
- Assist in research for internal and external 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 requires strong analytical skills.
- Analyst level: Zero to two years of experience in insurance, financial institutions, credit risk or fixed income investing.
- Senior Analyst level: Minimum of two plus years of experience as an analyst in insurance, financial institutions, credit risk, or fixed income investing.
- 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.
- Demonstrated ability to write clearly and concisely.
- Effective verbal communications skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel.
- Extremely high 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 $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.
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Position Title: Insurance Credit Associate (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: New York, New York
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is seeking an experienced (3+ years) professional to join its rapidly expanding global insurance ratings team. This dynamic, highly motivated, curious, and collaborative individual will support all aspects of the credit rating process for insurers and reinsurers located within the U.S., as well as in other regions of the world. As a full member of the ratings analytical team, you will coordinate and perform high profile and challenging work alongside senior staff and external stakeholders. This role involves a variety of analytical tasks and will cover all types of (re)insurance organizations across the many markets encompassing the non-life and life sectors. The position is based out of our New York office.
Job Responsibilities:
- Support development of credit rating recommendations for new and existing ratings for (re)insurers as well as various related debt securities
- Perform analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing the credit quality of (re) insurers including: analysis of financial statements, risk management frameworks, management strategy and business plans of rated entities.
- Create competitor overviews and peer group benchmarks
- Assist with authoring research and rating reports on companies, sectors and key industry topics for publication
- Present work product at internal credit rating committees
- Participate in external management meetings
Successful candidates will possess the following:
- Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Math or related fields
- 3+ years of work experience in a financial analyst, management reporting, or regulatory role; credit risk training/experience as well as knowledge of insurance accounting is expected
- Strong analytical, quantitative, communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills;
- Ability to work as part of a team and across disciplines in a challenging and dynamic environment
- Strong interest and/or relevant experience in ratings and/or the insurance industry
- Professional designation (CFA, Actuarial, MBA, CPCU, CLU, FLMI, FRM) a definite 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 $90,000 - $115,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays)
- 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.
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Position Title: Funds Ratings - Director (New York)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking a Director to join our growing Funds Ratings team in the New York office. The Funds team assigns and monitors credit ratings on various debt instruments issued by funds, and other fund vehicles. KBRA evaluates financing instruments that support fund operations, enhance liquidity, and optimize capital structures. These include subscription credit lines, which provide liquidity by bridging capital calls; NAV-based loans and credit facilities, which offer leverage against a fund’s portfolio assets; and feeder fund rated notes, which facilitate investment through debt instruments. KBRA’s growing ratings portfolio encompasses funds which leverage a variety of investment strategies including fixed income securities, private equity, private credit, direct lending, real estate, infrastructure and asset based financing. A strong candidate will have extensive experience and interest in fund investment and credit strategies and how funds operate, deploy capital, and generate cash flows.
About the Job:
- Lead new issuance rating process, including evaluating key factors including an issuance’s capital structure, legal protection, collateral quality, cash flow dynamics and the manager’s experience and track record.
- Interact with issuers, conducting due diligence meetings with issuers and managers to assess their investment process, experience, risk management skills, and overall ability to execute strategies.
- Prepare rating memos and new issuance report and making recommendations to the rating committees.
- Lead ongoing monitoring and surveillance process and keep abreast of developments on the outstanding issuances and ratings.
- Develop and maintain complex spreadsheets and databases.
- Collaborate with KBRA experts in other sectors such as project finance, corporate finance, financial institutions, and structured finance to develop approaches to evaluating complex multi-assets strategies.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members to leverage their contributions while supporting their development of analytical and professional skills.
- Lead or assist with the development of analytical tools to standardize rating approaches and streamline new issuance and surveillance processes.
- Represent KBRA at industry conferences, panels, and investor meetings, engaging with market participants to share insights on fund ratings and credit trends.
- Assist with in-depth credit research and publications on new development, trends or topical subjects related to funds.
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.
- Eight (8) or more years of work experience in fund finance, investing, or structured finance.
- Experience with investment strategies in private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, and asset-based lending facilities.
- Understanding of subscription lines, NAV financing, hybrid facilities, rated feeders, or other fund finance products.
- Experience reviewing legal documents and strong understanding of liability structures, LTV/advance rates, payment priorities, and structural protections.
- Advanced Proficiency in Excel is required to build and analyze excel based financial models to assess asset cash flow projections, and debt repayment under stress scenarios
- Ability to assess creditworthiness of funds, assets, and counterparties; understanding how this applies to rating methodologies is a plus.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to prepare clear, concise, and well-reasoned credit memos and reports and present them to committees in an efficient manner.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work as an integral part of a highly collaborative team and across disciplines in a challenging and dynamic environment and effectively manage internal and external relationships.
- CFA or interest in obtaining CFA a plus
- Ability to manage time and resources in fast-growing company.
- 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 $150,000 to $175,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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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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Funds Ratings - Associate / Associate Director (NY)
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Position Title: Funds Ratings - Associate / Associate Director (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC. is seeking an Associate/Associate Director to join our growing Funds Ratings team in the New York 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.
- Associate Directors will have the ability to independently lead credit ratings process and research efforts on a variety of debt transactions involving investment funds, and other related vehicles and to Lead/assist in the development of rating and analytical tools such as cash flow models used to evaluate fund debt structures.
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.
- Four (4) to Eight (8) years of work experience as a credit analyst with experience in fund lending, investing, or structured finance is a significant plus.
- 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 oral and written communications skills.
- Proficiency in Advanced Excel, ability to cash flow model is a significant plus.
- 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.
Salary Range:
The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $105,000 to $140,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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Position Title: Funds Ratings - Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC). is seeking an Analyst/Senior Analyst to join our growing Funds Ratings team in the New York 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.
Salary Range:
The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $75,000 to $105,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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ABS Equipment - Director (NY / Chicago)
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Position Title: ABS Equipment - 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 Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) team in our New York or Chicago office. The ideal candidate will have meaningful experience across commercial/esoteric ABS sectors including equipment ABS. A 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 and managing and mentoring junior staff.
Job Responsibilities:
- 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.
- Serve as lead analyst and primary contact with clients, deal arrangers and investors on transactions.
- Prepare or assist in the preparation of credit memoranda and presentation of transactions to rating committees, and transaction reports for publication.
- Lead the development of rating methodologies (as necessary), and special topic and market commentaries.
- Surveil and monitor rated transactions and update existing ratings as warranted.
- Attend and participate in investor discussions or industry events (which may require travel).
- Manage a team of junior analysts, mentoring and fostering their professional development.
Successful candidates will possess the following:
- More than eight (8) years of demonstrated experience in credit analysis within the ABS sector at a rating agency, buy-side investor, credit research, or similar environment. Direct experience in equipment ABS is a must.
- 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 asset credit risk assessment, and analysis of asset and bond cash flows.
- Demonstrated ability to make independent, well-reasoned credit decisions under time-sensitive conditions.
- 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.
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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.
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Position Title: Corporate Portfolio Finance - Director (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking a Director to join our growing Corporate Portfolio Finance (CPF) team in the New York office. The CPF team assigns and monitors credit ratings on various debt instruments backed by portfolios of middle market corporate loans, including senior secured direct lending investments, along with other corporate loans, notes, and bonds.
The CPF team focuses on private credit and direct lending transactions, including feeder fund rated notes, master fund credit facilities, middle market CLOs, corporate loan and bond portfolios, and select synthetic risk transfer structures. The team evaluates financing solutions that enable capital formation, fund investment, and liquidity management for private credit managers and institutional investors.
A strong candidate will have significant experience in corporate credit, private credit, direct lending, or structured credit, with a deep understanding of portfolio construction, asset performance, structural protections, and cash flow dynamics. The primary focus of this role is fund debt transactions supported by portfolios of middle market direct lending investments, primarily senior secured corporate loans, as well as other corporate credit instruments; however, experience in CLOs or structured credit is highly relevant, as the analytical skills, including collateral pool assessment, tranche risk analysis, cash flow modeling, and structural review, are transferable.
About the Job:
- Lead the new issuance rating process, including evaluation of transaction capital structures, legal protections, collateral quality, portfolio composition, asset performance, and cash flow dynamics.
- Analyze portfolios of corporate loans, bonds, and other credit instruments, including middle market and sponsor-backed exposures.
- Conduct due diligence meetings with asset managers, direct lenders, arrangers, and issuers to assess underwriting standards, portfolio management practices, risk management frameworks, and performance history.
- Prepare rating memoranda and new issuance reports, and present recommendations to rating committees.
- Lead ongoing monitoring and surveillance of outstanding transactions, tracking portfolio performance, credit migration, and concentration trends.
- Develop and maintain complex financial models to assess collateral performance, cash flow coverage, stress scenarios, and structural resilience.
- Collaborate with KBRA experts across structured credit, corporate finance, financial institutions, and ABS to evaluate cross-sector and hybrid portfolio transactions.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members, fostering strong analytical development and professional growth.
- Lead or assist in developing analytical tools and standardized frameworks to enhance consistency, transparency, and efficiency in new issuance and surveillance processes.
- Represent KBRA at industry conferences, panels, and investor meetings, sharing insights on private credit, direct lending, and portfolio finance trends.
- Contribute to credit research and publications related to corporate portfolio finance, direct lending, and structured credit markets.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics or Math related fields.
- Eight (8) or more years of work experience in corporate credit analysis, private credit, direct lending, fund investing, CLO analysis, or structured finance.
- Experience reviewing legal documents and strong understanding of liability structures, LTV/advance rates, payment priorities, and structural protections.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel is required to build and analyze excel based financial models to assess asset cash flow projections, and debt repayment under stress scenarios
- Ability to assess creditworthiness of funds, assets, and counterparties; understanding how this applies to rating methodologies.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to prepare clear, concise, and well-reasoned credit memos and reports and present them to committees in an efficient manner.
- Strong interpersonal skills to work as an integral part of a highly collaborative team and across disciplines in a challenging and dynamic environment and effectively manage internal and external relationships.
- CFA or MBA is a plus
- Ability to manage time and resources in fast-growing company.
- 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 $150,000 to $175,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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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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Corporate Portfolio Finance - Associate / Associate Director (NY)
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Position Title: Corporate Portfolio Finance - Associate / Associate Director (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking an Associate/Associate Director to join our growing Corporate Portfolio Finance (CPF) team in the New York office. The CPF team assigns and monitors credit ratings on various debt instruments backed by portfolios of middle market corporate loans, including senior secured direct lending investments, along with other corporate loans, notes, and bonds.
The CPF team focuses on private credit and direct lending transactions, including feeder fund rated notes, master fund credit facilities, middle market CLOs, corporate loan and bond portfolios, and select synthetic risk transfer structures. The team evaluates financing solutions that enable capital formation, fund investment, and liquidity management for private credit managers and institutional investors.
A strong candidate will have experience in corporate credit, private credit, direct lending, or structured credit, with familiarity in portfolio construction, asset performance, structural protections, and cash flow dynamics. The primary focus of this role is fund debt transactions supported by portfolios of middle market direct lending investments, primarily senior secured corporate loans, as well as other corporate credit instruments; however, experience in CLOs or structured credit is highly relevant, as the analytical skills, including collateral pool assessment, tranche risk analysis, cash flow modeling, and structural review, are transferable.
About the Job:
- Assist in the new issuance rating process, including evaluation of transaction capital structures, legal protections, collateral quality, portfolio composition, asset performance, and cash flow dynamics.
- Assist in the analysis of portfolios of corporate loans, bonds, and other credit instruments, including middle market and sponsor-backed exposures.
- Participate in due diligence meetings with asset managers, direct lenders, arrangers, and issuers to assess underwriting standards, portfolio management practices, risk management frameworks, and performance history.
- Contribute to the preparation of rating memoranda and new issuance reports.
- Support ongoing monitoring and surveillance of outstanding transactions, tracking portfolio performance, credit migration, and concentration trends.
- Maintain transaction databases and analytical tools.
- Collaborate with KBRA experts across structured credit, corporate finance, financial institutions, and ABS to evaluate cross-sector and hybrid portfolio transactions.
- Contribute to credit research and publications related to corporate portfolio finance, direct lending, and structured credit markets.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics or Math related fields.
- Two (2) to four (4) years of work experience in corporate credit analysis, private credit, direct lending, fund investing, CLO analysis, or structured finance.
- Strong interest in middle market lending and private credit markets.
- Basic understanding of corporate loan structures, capital structures, and credit analysis.
- Proficiency in Excel; experience with financial modeling and cash flow analysis preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage time and resources in fast-growing company.
- 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 $105,000 to $140,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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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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Corporate Portfolio Finance - Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY)
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Position Title: Corporate Portfolio Finance - Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking a Analyst/Senior Analyst to join our growing Corporate Portfolio Finance (CPF) team in the New York office. The CPF team assigns and monitors credit ratings on various debt instruments backed by portfolios of middle market corporate loans, including senior secured direct lending investments, along with other corporate loans, notes, and bonds.
The CPF team focuses on private credit and direct lending transactions, including feeder fund rated notes, master fund credit facilities, middle market CLOs, corporate loan and bond portfolios, and select synthetic risk transfer structures. The team evaluates financing solutions that enable capital formation, fund investment, and liquidity management for private credit managers and institutional investors.
A strong candidate will have experience in corporate credit, private credit, direct lending, or structured credit, with familiarity in portfolio construction, asset performance, structural protections, and cash flow dynamics. The primary focus of this role is fund debt transactions supported by portfolios of middle market direct lending investments, primarily senior secured corporate loans, as well as other corporate credit instruments; however, experience in CLOs or structured credit is highly relevant, as the analytical skills, including collateral pool assessment, tranche risk analysis, cash flow modeling, and structural review, are transferable.
About the Job:
- Support the analysis of portfolios of middle market corporate loans, including senior secured direct lending exposures.
- Assist in reviewing transaction structures, including collateral composition, capital structure, and key structural protections.
- Maintain and utilize financial models to analyze collateral performance, cash flow coverage, and basic stress scenarios.
- Contribute to the preparation of internal credit memoranda and rating committee materials.
- Assist in monitoring rated transactions, including tracking portfolio metrics, covenant compliance, and concentration limits.
- Maintain transaction data, spreadsheets, and analytical tools.
- Participate in internal discussions and, when appropriate, external due diligence calls with transaction counterparties.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics or Math related fields.
- One (1) to three (3) years of work experience in corporate credit analysis, private credit, direct lending, fund investing, CLO analysis, or structured finance.
- Strong interest in middle market lending and private credit markets.
- Basic understanding of corporate loan structures, capital structures, and credit analysis.
- Proficiency in Excel; experience with financial modeling and cash flow analysis preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage time and resources in fast-growing company.
- 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 $105,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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RMBS - Associate / Associate Director (NY)
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Position Title: RMBS - Associate / Associate Director (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 Associate / Associate Director to join our Residential Mortgage-Backed Security (RMBS) team in the New York, NY office. The ideal candidate will have experience in RMBS 2.0 sectors such as Prime, Non-QM, and second-lien loans. Associate Directors on the RMBS team hold key roles engaging in all aspects of the rating process, which includes conducting collateral and cash flow analysis as well as preparing reports for publication.
About the Team:
Our RMBS team has issued ratings on securities from over 950 transactions spanning across Prime, Non-QM, GSE CRT, Reverse Mortgage, 2nd Liens, RPLs and more. Our primary objective is to issue high quality credit ratings and maintain them in a timely manner. This objective involves conducting asset credit risk analysis; liability structure scenario analysis; and publishing our viewpoints based on these analyses and our research. We pride ourselves on the quality, accuracy, timeliness, and consistency of our product.
About the Job:
- Serve as lead analyst interacting with clients, structuring banks and investors on transactions.
- Conduct loan pool analysis, modeling and analysis of bond structure, and review of legal structure and documentation.
- Prepare/facilitate the preparation of credit memos and present transactions to rating committees.
- Prepare presale and new issue reports.
- Support surveillance efforts for existing transactions.
- Attend and participate in seller/servicer due diligence, investor discussions, or industry events (which may require travel).
- Mentor and foster the development of junior analysts, as necessary.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- B.A./B.S. degree required; MBA or CFA are a plus.
- 3+ years of relevant Residential Real Estate, Rating Agency, or RMBS experience strongly preferred. Will consider candidates with compelling experience across ABS asset classes.
- Strong analytical skills relating to transaction evaluation, including loan credit risk assessment and analysis of bond cash flows.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (Excel test may be administered as part of the interview process).
- Proficiency with Intex cash flow modeling software.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills (writing sample may be requested).
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and work closely with partners in a collaborative environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Familiarity with residential mortgage datasets/tools (e.g. CoreLogic, Fannie/Freddie Single Family Data, BlackKnight, eMBS) are 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 $100,000 - $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.
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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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Financial Planning & Analysis - Associate Director (NY)
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Position Title: Financial Planning & Analysis - Associate Director (NY)
Entity: KBRA Holdings LLC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: New York, New York
Summary:
Our Finance team is seeking an enthusiastic individual specializing in FP&A to provide support during a period of rapid growth. This individual is responsible for assisting with budgeting and planning processes, financial modeling, business decision support, as well as general support for KBRA’s financial management and internal/external reporting.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the design and execution of scalable and dynamic deliverables, processes, and systems that address key needs of internal and external stakeholders.
About the Team:
The team plays a critical role in enabling senior management to make fast, data-driven strategic decisions through insightful analysis and reporting. The team is responsible for short/long term strategic planning, forecasting, and a variety of other analysis for the C-suite. The team is also at the forefront of MIS transformation.
About the Job:
In this role, you will be working closely with the Head of FP&A on a diverse range of core business activities and strategic initiatives. You will assist with the company operating model, budget/forecasting process, and multiple elements of the Company’s financial reporting to key internal and external stakeholders. You will also assist in identifying financial trends, provide trend analysis, and develop deliverables for executive leadership. This includes understanding sources of change highlighting variances to forecast & budget, risk & opportunities and using insights to drive improvements for our operating model and long-range plans. This position performs critical financial analysis/reporting that provides business leaders with an understanding of key performance drivers, costs and returns of important investment initiatives for the business.
About You
You will be successful in this role if you possess:
- Have an MBA (preferred, not required)
- Have 5+ years of experience
- Have a general understanding of GAAP and accounting principles
- Have experience in and knowledge of financial planning & analysis, including management and BOD reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and technical accounting, including consolidation & multi-currency accounting
- Have ability to effectively communicate complex financial transactions and strategies and demonstrate financial modeling knowledge/skills with strong analytical, qualitative, and problem-solving skills
- Able to collaborate across departments and levels of the organization
- Have strong interpersonal skills and team player mentality
- Have ability to effectively communicate clear and concise ideas both verbally and in writing
- Have interest in process change and automation
- Someone that enjoys tackling complex problems with an ability to solve problems through actionable strategy
- Are a self-starter with the ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines
- Are detail-oriented, with the ability to exercise independence to achieve set goals.
- Have strong proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel (including build of financial models)
- Have a strong background/understanding of NetSuite and Salesforce (highly preferred)
- 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 $95,000 - $130,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A flexible hybrid work schedule – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 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:
KBRA is a full-service credit rating agency registered in the U.S., the EU and the UK, and is designated to provide structured finance ratings in Canada. KBRA’s ratings can be used by investors for regulatory capital purposes in multiple jurisdictions.
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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 - 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.
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Position Title: RMBS - Analyst / Senior 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 a credit analyst to join our Residential Mortgage-Backed Security (RMBS) team in the New York, NY office. The ideal candidate will have experience in RMBS, knowledge of the residential mortgage sector, or experience in a related field. An Analyst within the RMBS group is 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.
- 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.
- Engage in ongoing surveillance of rated transactions and updating ratings as warranted.
- Attend and participate in seller/servicer due diligence (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.
- Analyst level: Zero to two years of experience in performing credit analysis within the ABS sector at a Rating Agency, Buy-Side Investor, Credit Research, or similar environment.
- Senior Analyst level: Either a minimum of two or more years of experience in performing credit analysis within the ABS sector at a Rating Agency, Buy-Side Investor, Credit Research, or similar environment or an advanced degree such as an MBA.
- Strong Excel skills (excel test may be administered as part of the interview process).
- 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.
- VBA, Python, R and SQL skills are a plus.
- Familiarity with resi-mortgage datasets and tools such as CoreLogic, Fannie/Freddie Single Family Data, Intex etc. is 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 $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.
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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 Commercial / Esoteric – Associate / Associate Director (NY / Chicago)
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Position Title: ABS Commercial / Esoteric – 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 Commercial 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 experience in commercial ABS asset classes (including, for example, data centers, communications infrastructure, equipment, or aviation); this is preferred, but not required. Successful candidates will possess an ability to be highly adaptable and show strong critical thinking skills. An Associate or 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 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.
- Assist in the preparation of credit memoranda and presentation of transactions to rating committees.
- Prepare and contribute to individual transaction reports for publication.
- Serve as secondary contact to investors and clients or structuring banks, working under the guidance and direction of senior team members.
- Assist in the publication of market commentaries related to topical events or research.
- 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:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study required.
- Associate level: Minimum of three (3) + years of demonstrated experience in credit analysis within the ABS sector at a Rating Agency, Buy-Side Investor, Credit Research, or similar environment.
- Associate Director level: Minimum five (5) + 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)
- 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.
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CMBS New Issuance – Associate / Associate Director (NY / Chicago)
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Position Title: CMBS New Issuance - Associate / Associate Director (NY/ Chicago)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY or Chicago, Illinois
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate (CRE) credit analyst to join its industry-leading commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) New Issuance ratings group in its New York or Chicago office. Analysts in the group are responsible for transaction execution, including conducting credit analysis, authoring published reports, and presenting analysis for the assignment of credit ratings to conduit, single-borrower, CRE CLO, single-family rental, and other types of CMBS transactions.
About the Job:
- Conduct commercial real estate (CRE) property cash flow and valuation, and loan credit analysis in accordance with KBRA’s methodologies across all CRE property types.
- Lead end-to-end execution of transactions, including:
- Conducting property, loan and transaction level credit analysis
- Presenting and defending the analysis internally to senior managers and in credit/ratings committees, and externally to banks
- Leading preparation of externally published comprehensive transaction reports
- Managing the process that involves multiple internal and external parties and work-streams
- Conduct property site inspections throughout the U.S. and related management meetings
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study. Advanced degree and successful progression towards the CFA designation are pluses
- Three (3) + years of relevant CRE debt underwriting or CMBS securitization experience for Associate level required
- Five (5) + years of relevant CRE debt underwriting or CMBS securitization experience for Associate Director required
- Credit / underwriting experience across multiple CRE property types
- Proficient in conducting extensive analysis in Excel
- Possess strong oral and written communications skills
- Exceptional attention to detail, with a strong commitment to quality
- Ability to multi-task and manage through multiple compressed timelines. Be able to work both independently and in a highly collaborative inter-dependent team 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.
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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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CMBS New Issuance – Director / Senior Director (NY / Chicago)
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Position Title: CMBS New Issuance – Director/Senior Director (NY/ Chicago)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY or Chicago, Illinois
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate (CRE) credit analyst to join its industry-leading commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) New Issuance ratings group in its New York or Chicago office. Analysts in the group are responsible for transaction execution, including conducting credit analysis, authoring published reports, and presenting analysis for the assignment of credit ratings to conduit, single-borrower, CRE CLO, single-family rental, and other types of CMBS transactions.
About the Job:
- Conduct commercial real estate (CRE) property cash flow and valuation, and loan credit analysis in accordance with KBRA’s methodologies across all CRE property types.
- Lead end-to-end execution of transactions, including:
- conducting property, loan and transaction level credit analysis
- presenting and defending the analysis internally to senior managers and in credit/ratings committees, and externally to banks
- leading preparation of externally published comprehensive transaction reports
- managing the process that involves multiple internal and external parties and work-streams
- Conduct property site inspections throughout the U.S. and related management meetings.
- Manage and/or mentor junior members of the team. Review cash flow analyses, asset summaries, and presale reports.
- Exhibit thought leadership by representing KBRA in conferences, issuer and investor meetings, and industry panels, as well as by publishing relevant research
- Lead or participate in development of frameworks and methodologies for emerging and esoteric asset classes/transaction types.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study. Advanced degree and successful progression towards the CFA designation are pluses.
- 10+ years of relevant CRE debt underwriting or CMBS securitization experience for a Director level consideration
- 15+ years of relevant CRE debt underwriting or CMBS securitization experience for Senior Director level consideration
- Credit / underwriting experience across multiple CRE property types
- Proficient in conducting extensive analysis in Excel
- Possess strong oral and written communications skills
- Exceptional attention to detail, with a strong commitment to quality.
- Ability to multi-task and manage through multiple compressed timelines. Be able to work both independently and in a highly collaborative inter-dependent team 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 $160,000 to $220,000. 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.
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Ratings Legal Attorney - Private Credit & Funds (NY / Chicago)
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Position Title: Ratings Legal Attorney - Private Credit & Funds (NY / Chicago)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY or Chicago, Illinois
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is a global credit rating agency with a mission to set new standards of excellence, integrity and transparency and to become the trusted alternative in credit ratings. The market leader in private credit, KBRA is now inviting applications from motivated, self-starting funds or securitization lawyers to join its growing business and work on private credit and funds transactions. The position will be based in our New York or Chicago offices.
About the Job:
You will play an important role in the rating process, working across a wide range of fund investment and fund finance transactions (e.g., feeder fund rated notes and CFOs, NAV facilities, middle-market CLOs) and assessing and articulating the credit impact of deal structure, documentation and other legal considerations. Key responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing financing documents and relevant fund-level documents
- Identifying the potential credit impact of transaction structures and deal documents
- Coordinating with rating analysts on relevant legal issues
- Participating in rating committees
- Supporting the analytical team with the preparation of KBRA’s market-leading ratings and research reports
About the Team:
Unique among rating agencies, the members of KBRA’s Ratings Legal team work alongside ratings analysts to identify, evaluate, and articulate key legal and credit features and risks in transaction structures. As integral members of the credit ratings groups they support, they contribute to research reports and methodology development and engage in investor outreach. Ultimately, the lawyers in Ratings Legal serve as an important safeguard for ensuring the quality, accuracy, timeliness and consistency of KBRA’s ratings.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Qualified lawyer with 4-6 years post-qualification experience in feeder fund rated notes and CFOs, structured finance, or fund finance
- Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as to collaborate effectively with others
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent research, analytical and organizational skills
- Ability to work on multiple transactions simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining standards
- 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 $200,000 to $240,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays 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.
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Corporate Credit Assessments - Associate / Associate Director (NY)
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Position: Corporate Credit Assessments - Associate / Associate Director (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Ratings Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: New York
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking an Associate/Associate Director with a strong accounting, corporate finance and high yield credit analysis background to join our growing Corporate Credit Assessments Group in the New York office. This individual will focus on conducting and reviewing credit assessments of private credit companies based on financial statements, creditor agreements and Investment Committee Memos. Solid prior experience at analyzing creditor agreements and an interest in writing and presenting research are key job requirements. As an Associate, you will work in a highly collaborative team that liaises with internal and external stakeholders in order to produce high quality and timely corporate credit opinions. The Associate will also help conduct credit research on a variety of industrial and service sectors along with developing industry/sector expertise, including key rating factors and credit metrics. This person will have direct involvement in KBRA’s corporate credit assessment process with significant interaction to senior management and executives at leading financial institutions and private credit lenders.
Job Responsibilities:
- Analyze financial statements and creditor agreements to identify key strengths and weaknesses and use findings to inform credit assessments.
- Provide and review credit assessments on corporates based on an analysis of their financial statements. Write rationale to defend assessments and present analysis to internal and external stakeholders.
- Assist senior team members with key initiatives in areas including methodology development and research.
- Collaborate on writing and publishing timely research about corporate credit trends, markets, and any other topics relevant to KBRA clients. Analysts are encouraged to bring ideas to their managers on an ongoing basis. You may see your work published on the KBRA website!
- Work in partnership with professionals in other KBRA sectors daily to meet client deadlines and deliver the best-in-class work for which KBRA has been recognized.
- Develop a deep understanding of variables that impact corporate credit and credit risk. Gain experience and understanding in how market fluctuations directly impact a company’s bottom line and risk profile.
Key Job Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required
- Associate level: A minimum of three (3) or more years of investment research experience, or similar financial analyst roles within a bank or other financial institutions.
- Associate Director: A minimum of five (5) or more years of investment research experience, or similar financial analyst roles within a bank or other financial institutions.
- Prior fundamental credit training (including financial statement analysis) is preferred. Research experience is most helpful.
- Experience with corporate financial statements including 10-Ks, 10-Qs.
- Keen interest in writing research.
- Ability to conduct due-diligence and interact with clients as part of the assessment process.
- Keen interest in Credit Analysis/Capital Markets.
- Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills are essential.
- Proven ability to work both independently and as a team.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office: Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications
- Additional educational training that has helped prepare you to be a thoughtful qualitative/quantitative analyst with strong writing skills is most helpful.
- Extensive experience with analyzing credit agreements of high yield companies at a major law firm, rating agency, asset manager or bank.
Salary Range:
The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $90,000 to $110,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
KBRA Benefits
- A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays in 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.
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REIT and Real Estate Fund Ratings Analyst - Director/Senior Director (NY)
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Position Title: REIT and Real Estate Fund Ratings Analyst - Director/ Senior Director (NY)
Department: REIT
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is seeking an experienced real estate investment trust (REIT) credit analyst to join its REIT/Real Estate Funds group in New York. Analysts in the group are responsible for initial ratings and surveillance of corporate-level unsecured debt of REITs, institutional real estate funds, and related CRE operating companies, both in the U.S. and Europe. Analysts are typically responsible for 10-12 credits, updating financial models, monitoring industry conditions and trends, participating in calls with senior management, and preparing annual ratings surveillance reports and committee memorandums.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in all elements of initial ratings and surveillance for corporate-level debt issued by REITs, institutional real estate funds, and other owners of commercial real estate properties in the U.S. and other countries.
- Assess company access to capital and funding sources/commitments, and monitor risks associated with company operating, development and financing strategies.
- Lead rating committee presentations and meetings with company management, investors, and bankers to discuss relative merits of individual companies, property types, property markets/economies, and financing/issuer structures.
- Incorporate third party property market and economic research into credit analysis and rating reports.
- Author in-depth company reports and press releases, sector outlooks, and special reports on capital and property market trends.
- Review terms of bond offering documents and credit facilities and monitor covenant compliance.
- Maintain peer group comparisons of credit metrics generated internally and from third-party sources.
- Assimilate third-party research on property type and market/economic outlooks, and analysis of debt and property schedules into ratings and reports.
- Review and edit reports of associate team members.
Successful candidates will possess the following:
- Bachelor's degree required
- 8+ years of experience in research covering REITs or real estate experience.
- Prior experience at a credit rating agency conducting REIT credit surveillance or initial ratings is considered a strong advantage.
- Knowledge of secured and unsecured commercial real estate debt capital markets and financing strategies.
- Familiarity with various issuer structures—including public REITs, real estate funds, non-REIT property operating companies, and non-traded REITs.
- Strong verbal and written communications skills.
- Knowledge of underlying demand drivers for various property types and regional markets/economies.
- Proficiency in review of issuer financial statements—including GAAP, fair-market-value and IFRS.
- Ability to generate private market values estimates for underlying properties.
- Proficiency in use of Bloomberg for sourcing issuer-reported documents and in financial analysis.
- Knowledge of lease structures, expense ratios, and capital expenditure requirements for various property types.
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills including ability to build pro forma financial models.
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage rating process.
- 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 $150,000 to $220,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A hybrid work schedule and flex hours
- 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.
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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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Project Finance and Infrastructure - Associate Director/ Director (NY)
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Position Title: Project Finance and Infrastructure - Associate Director / Director (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, New York, United States
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC is seeking an Associate Director/ Director to join our Project Finance and Infrastructure team. The individual will be responsible for assigning new ratings and providing surveillance for project finance and infrastructure entities (spanning the energy, transportation, and social infrastructure sectors, among others). The individual will complete the rating process by analyzing cash flows, evaluating technical aspects of a project, reviewing credit documentation, transaction structures, and financial statements, and preparing internal credit reports for rating committees.
About the Job:
- Assign new ratings and complete surveillance for complex infrastructure and energy project finance transactions by: forecasting future performance using mathematical models; leading the rating process by preparing internal credit reports and submissions for rating committees, analyzing cash flows, and evaluating the legal, contractual, and technical aspects of a project; and reviewing and stressing financial models to assess credit risk.
- Train junior members of the team on credit, legal, and structural analysis of infrastructure transactions.
- Provide guidance to junior members of the team.
- Develop rating methodology for new asset types and new jurisdictions where KBRA has not previously rated transactions.
- Facilitate client relationships with project sponsors.
- Attend industry conferences and seminars to promote KBRA.
- Share KBRA’s credit view with investors on existing transactions and market developments.
- Write research pieces on the status of the project finance market.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, management, or related field.
- 5 years of prior experience within project finance & infrastructure or 5+ years of prior experience as a credit risk analyst
- Requires 5 years of experience: performing credit analysis in a rating agency, buy-side, credit research, banking, or similar environment; utilizing financial, statistical, and economic analysis skills for financial modeling and cash flow analysis; writing research reports; and presenting research and analysis to senior committee members; creating and modifying project and infrastructure finance models; and using Microsoft Excel, including formulas and shortcuts, to analyze large datasets; and
- 2 years of experience with: deal execution or credit risk analysis of power and renewables project financings; and deal execution or credit risk analysis of project and infrastructure finance transactions.
- 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 $125,000 to $175,000. 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.
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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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Project Finance and Infrastructure - Associate (NY)
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Position Title: Project Finance and Infrastructure - Associate (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, New York, United States
Summary/Overview:
Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA, LLC) is seeking an Associate to join our Project Finance and Infrastructure team. The individual will be responsible for assigning new ratings and providing surveillance for project finance and infrastructure entities (spanning the energy, transportation, and social infrastructure sectors, among others). The individual will complete the rating process by analyzing cash flows, evaluating technical aspects of a project, reviewing credit documentation, transaction structures, and financial statements, and preparing internal credit reports for rating committees.
About the Job:
- Assign new ratings and complete surveillance for complex infrastructure and energy project finance transactions by: forecasting future performance using mathematical models; leading the rating process by preparing internal credit reports and submissions for rating committees, analyzing cash flows, and evaluating the legal, contractual, and technical aspects of a project; and reviewing and stressing financial models to assess credit risk.
- Attend industry conferences and seminars to promote KBRA.
- Share KBRA’s credit view with investors on existing transactions and market developments.
- Write research pieces on the status of the project finance market.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, management, or related field.
- 3-5 years of prior experience in the offered role or 3-5 years of prior experience as a credit risk analyst.
- Requires 3-5 years of experience: performing credit analysis in a rating agency, buy-side, credit research, banking, or similar environment; utilizing financial, statistical, and economic analysis skills for financial modeling and cash flow analysis; writing research reports; and presenting research and analysis to senior committee members; creating and modifying project and infrastructure finance models; and using Microsoft Excel, including formulas and shortcuts, to analyze large datasets; and
- 1-2 years of experience with: deal execution or credit risk analysis of power and renewables project financings; and deal execution or credit risk analysis of project and infrastructure finance transactions.
- 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 $90,000 to $110,000. 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.
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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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Position Title: RMBS - Director (NY)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, New York, United States
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency) is seeking a Director to join our growing Residential Mortgage-Backed Security (RMBS) team in the New York, NY office. The ideal candidate will have experience in RMBS 2.0 sectors such as Prime, Non-QM, and second-lien loans. Experience in modeling esoteric RMBS assets or building bespoke credit analysis for RMBS or ABS assets is a strong plus. Directors on the RMBS team hold key roles engaging in all aspects of the rating process, which includes conducting collateral and cash flow analysis, preparing analytical reports for publication, and managing and mentoring junior staff.
About the Team:
Our RMBS team has issued ratings on securities from over 740 transactions spanning across Prime, Non-QM, GSE CRT, Reverse Mortgage, 2nd Liens, RPLs and more. Our primary objective is to issue high quality credit ratings and maintain them in a timely manner. This objective involves conducting asset credit risk analysis; liability structure scenario analysis; and publishing our viewpoints based on these analyses and our research. We pride ourselves on the quality, accuracy, timeliness, and consistency of our product.
About the Job:
- Serve as lead analyst interacting with clients, structuring banks and investors on transactions.
- Conduct loan pool analysis, modeling and analysis of bond structure, and review of legal structure and documentation.
- Prepare/facilitate the preparation of credit memos and present transactions to rating committees.
- Prepare presale and new issue reports.
- Support surveillance efforts for existing transactions and create and/or maintain analytical tools to enhance RMBS team capabilities.
- Contribute to the development of rating methodologies as needed.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
- B.A./B.S. degree required; MBA or CFA are a plus.
- 10+ years of relevant Residential Real Estate, Rating Agency, or RMBS experience strongly preferred. Will consider candidates 10+ years of compelling experience across ABS asset classes.
- Strong analytical skills relating to transaction evaluation, including loan credit risk assessment and analysis of bond cash flows.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (Excel test may be administered as part of the interview process).
- Proficiency with Intex cash flow modeling software.
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills (writing sample may be requested).
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and work closely with partners in a collaborative environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Experience with esoteric RMBS sectors (e.g. Reverse Mortgage, MSR, HEI contracts, Ginnie Mae EBO, and/or RTL) strongly preferred.
- Programming skills (e.g. VBA, Python, R and/or SQL) are a plus.
- Familiarity with residential mortgage datasets/tools (e.g., CoreLogic, Fannie/Freddie Single Family Data, BlackKnight, eMBS) are 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 $165,000 - $200,000. 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.
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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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Marketing and Communications - Director (NY / Chicago)
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Position Title: Marketing and Communications - Director (NY / Chicago)
Entity: KBRA Holdings LLC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: New York, New York or Chicago, Illinois
Summary:
We are seeking an accomplished Director-level leader to join our dynamic Marketing and Communications team and play a pivotal role in elevating the KBRA Analytics brand and its products. In this highly visible position, you will spearhead the development and execution of integrated marketing strategies that support our full suite of products and data solutions. You’ll shape how KBRA Analytics shows up in the market—building programs that strengthen brand awareness, deepen audience engagement, and accelerate product adoption.
The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic acumen, creative vision, and hands-on expertise in B2B marketing. You excel at turning complex ideas into compelling narratives, orchestrating multichannel campaigns, and translating metrics into actionable insights. You’re comfortable partnering across product, sales, and subject-matter expert teams, ensuring that marketing initiatives are aligned, impactful, and measurable.
If you thrive at the intersection of strategy, execution, and innovation, and enjoy shaping how a brand grows and competes in the market, this role offers a meaningful platform to make your mark. This is a hybrid role based in either our New York or Chicago office.
About the Job:
- Drive marketing strategies that advance the goals of the KBRA Analytics product suite, ensuring every initiative supports measurable business impact.
- Partner with product owners, sales, and subject matter experts to shape and execute go-to-market strategies for new product launches and initiatives.
- Lead the development of content strategies that power multichannel promotion—including social media, paid media, and email marketing.
- Oversee campaign lifecycles from planning to execution, ensuring tasks are delegated and timelines are met.
- Analyze market trends, competitive intelligence, and audience insights to inform strategic decision-making.
- Monitor and optimize campaign performance to maximize engagement, conversions, and subscriber growth, using analytics platforms to measure and report on the success of marketing initiatives.
- Present marketing developments, campaign outcomes, and new ideas to key stakeholders to secure alignment and support for initiatives.
- Leverage video content to promote thought leadership, highlight product insights, and enhance audience engagement across digital platforms.
- Produce and curate high-quality, engaging content that resonates with target audiences.
- Leverage audience segmentation and personalization to enhance email marketing performance.
You will be successful in this role if you possess:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Finance or a related field.
- 7 to 10 years of experience in B2B marketing strategy development and execution.
- Proven ability to lead successful campaigns in the credit ratings industry, broader financial markets, or adjacent data/analytics sectors.
- Strong understanding of product marketing principles, including value proposition development, competitive positioning, and go-to-market strategy.
- Advanced knowledge of project management tools and workflows, with the ability to organize complex initiatives and drive them to completion.
- Familiarity with CRM systems (such as Salesforce) and how they integrate with marketing technology stacks.
- Proficiency in Adobe Marketo or comparable email automation platforms, with hands-on experience building, optimizing, and analyzing campaigns.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret performance data, identify insights, and translate findings into actionable strategies.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present marketing strategies and outcomes to senior leadership.
- Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or similar creative platforms is 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 $125,000 - $175,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.
Benefits:
- A flexible hybrid work schedule – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 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:
KBRA is a full-service credit rating agency registered in the U.S., the EU and the UK, and is designated to provide structured finance ratings in Canada. KBRA’s ratings can be used by investors for regulatory capital purposes in multiple jurisdictions.
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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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