Public Finance

1 week ago


New York, United States KBRA Full time
Position Title: Municipals, Public Finance - Senior Director

Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: New York

Summary/Overview:

KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking a Senior Director for its U.S. Public Finance Team. Based in New York, the ideal candidate will have deep background in municipal finance credit analysis. The Senior Director will lead and manage high profile rating engagements, author topical research, and represent KBRA at industry events. It is a unique opportunity to join a growing organization and an expanding, dynamic team.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Serve as lead analyst on a portfolio of high profile tax-exempt and revenue supported municipal credits.
  • Manage the end-to-end rating process, including leading management meetings with issuers.
  • Monitor and update ratings on existing transactions at least annually. More regular publication on certain credits will be expected.
  • Prepare credit memos based upon a comprehensive review and analysis of financial statements, legal documents, and other transaction information. Succinctly frame and present salient credit issues at rating committee.
  • Author rating reports, with minimal supervision, for new transactions and annual surveillance.
  • Author timely topical research reflecting KBRA's view of sector trends and current events.
  • Assist in the refinement, development and publication of rating methodologies.
Successful candidates will possess the following:
  • Ten (10) or more years of municipal credit experience at a rating agency, financial guarantor, institutional investor, investment or commercial bank, research firm or similar environment.
  • Experience analyzing tax-supported obligations, coupled with a familiarity of other public finance sectors. Ability and willingness to work across multiple sectors is a plus.
  • Strong oral and written communications skills. Writing samples will be requested.
  • Proficiency and comfort utilizing spreadsheet and other office software packages.
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as partner with colleagues in a collaborative environment.
  • Highly effective time management skills, with an ability to prioritize among multiple deadlines and transactions in various stages of completion.
  • Strong intellectual curiosity, with a high degree of self-motivation and professionalism.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field. Master's Degree is preferred.
  • Must be comfortable representing KBRA at industry events, including participating as a speaker or moderator, when requested.
Salary Range:

The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $180,000 to $210,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.

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.

More Info:

KBRA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

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