Job Title: Senior Credit Analyst, RMBS
Location: New York, NY
Job Duties:
Act as a lead analyst on structured finance transactions with minimal supervision, and present analysis to rating committee. Coverage includes fix-and-flip loans, non-QM, prime jumbo QM, GSE-CRT, MILN, HELOC and other residential mortgage loans (30%). Test cash flows to confirm accuracy and robustness of cash flow models. Conduct scenario/sensitivity analysis and communicate analysis to senior staff and colleagues (15%). Perform transaction analysis including analysis of collateral, deal structures and legal issues (12%). Focus on key credit issues during the new issue rating process including industry regulations, disclosure practices and compliance requirements in the RMBS sector (7%). Coordinate with technology team to build and improve processes (7%). Participate in criteria development and enhancement of structured finance models (5%). Produce and publish industry commentaries and newsletters (5%). Participate in external meetings with bankers, investors, and originators (5%). Analysis of representation and warranties provided on the loans in the transaction, underwriting guidelines of originators to analyze the implications to the credit quality of the transaction collateral (5%). Build and maintain relationships with bankers, investors and originators (5%). Represent organization in industry conferences and panel discussions (4%). ***Remote work requests will be considered consistent with company’s remote work policy. ***Domestic travel within USA required, not more than 10 days throughout the year.
Job Requirements:
This position requires 3- or 4-year bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Math, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or any other related field and 5 years of experience in structured finance in the Credit Analyst or relevant role.
This position also requires experience with assigning ratings to RMBS transactions backed by fix-and-flip loans, non-QM, prime jumbo QM, GSE-CRT, MILN, HELOC and other residential mortgage loans. Experience with structured products market and technical expertise in using fixed income analytical systems such as Intex (Dealmaker, Calc) and Bloomberg. Experience with credit and legal aspects of structured finance transactions in the residential mortgage product area. Experience performing transaction analysis including analysis of collateral, deal structure, and legal issues. Experience in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office programs. Experience with quantitative and analytical skills. Experience with VBA, Python, or other basic programming language. Experience producing and publishing industry commentaries and newsletters. **Will accept any suitable combination of education, training, and experience.
Must possess unrestricted right to work in the U.S. in this position
$180,107 - 228,000
Morningstar DBRS is an equal opportunity employer.
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Morningstar DBRS is a leading provider of independent rating services and opinions for corporate and sovereign entities, financial institutions, and project and structured finance instruments globally. Rating more than 4,000 issuers and 60,000 securities, it is one of the top four credit rating agencies in the world.
Morningstar DBRS empowers investor success by bringing more transparency and a much-needed diversity of opinion in the credit rating industry. Our approach and size allow us to be nimble enough to respond to customers' needs in their local markets, but large enough to provide the necessary expertise and resources they require. Market innovators choose to work with us because of our agility, tech-forward approach, and exceptional customer service.
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6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
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R06_DBRSInc DBRS, Inc. - US Legal EntitySkills Required
- 3- or 4-year bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Math, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 5 years' experience in structured finance as a Credit Analyst or relevant role
- Experience assigning ratings to RMBS transactions (fix-and-flip, non-QM, prime jumbo QM, GSE-CRT, MILN, HELOC, other residential mortgage loans)
- Experience with fixed income analytical systems such as Intex (Dealmaker, Calc) and Bloomberg
- Experience with credit and legal aspects of structured finance transactions and transaction-level collateral and deal-structure analysis
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills, including cash flow modeling and scenario/sensitivity analysis
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
- Experience with VBA, Python, or another programming language
- Experience producing and publishing industry commentaries and newsletters
- Unrestricted right to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship)
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — A recurring paid sabbatical and flexible time off in North America provide substantial time away and are presented as a signature differentiator. The program’s active use alongside paid volunteer days underscores broad time-off options.
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