Position Title: Project Finance / Private Credit Attorney (NY / Chicago)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: New York, NY or Chicago, Illinois
Summary/Overview:
KBRA (Kroll Bond Ratings Agency, LLC) is seeking an experienced Attorney to join our Ratings Legal team in support of one or more teams working on project finance and structured-corporate transactions globally. This position can be located in either the New York or Chicago office.
About the Job:
You will play an important role in the rating process, working primarily with KBRA’s Project Finance and Corporates ratings teams on a wide range of structured debt transactions. Key responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing project and financing documents
- Identifying the potential credit impact of transaction structures and deal documents
- Coordinating with rating analysts on relevant legal issues
- Participating in due diligence meetings
- Participating in rating committees
- Supporting the analytical team with the preparation of KBRA’s market-leading rating and research reports
About the Team:
Unique among rating agencies, the attorneys 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 attorneys in Ratings Legal serve as an important safeguard for ensuring the quality, accuracy, timeliness and consistency of KBRA’s ratings.
About You:
You are extremely motivated, and able to effectively multi-task and to work independently and alongside other members of the ratings groups you support.
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Five (5) or more years of experience in Project Finance and/or Structured Finance.
- JD and Bar admission in the United States.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent research, analytical and organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as to collaborate with others in a collegial environment.
- Skill at working on multiple transactions simultaneously in an organized fashion and ability to meet deadlines.
Salary Range:
The anticipated annual base salary range for this full-time position is $215,000 to $260,000. 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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Skills Required
- Five (5) or more years of experience in Project Finance and/or Structured Finance.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
- Bar admission in the United States.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent research, analytical and organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and collaborate in a collegial environment.
- Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Kroll Bond Rating Agency Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kroll Bond Rating Agency and has not been reviewed or approved by Kroll Bond Rating Agency.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with employer match—often immediately vested—and a pension program are part of the offering. These features strengthen long‑term financial benefits beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, holidays, and paid family/disability leave are part of the package, with generous PTO available in many roles. This breadth of time off stands out within the overall package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A predictable hybrid schedule (commonly Tuesday–Thursday in office) and wellbeing resources are standard components. These elements support day‑to‑day flexibility and work‑life balance.
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KBRA was established in 2010 in an effort to restore trust in credit ratings by creating new standards for assessing risk and by offering accurate and transparent ratings. KBRA provides the investment community with an alternative solution by delivering timely and in-depth research. KBRA is a full service global rating agency whose mission is to set a standard of excellence and integrity.
