Analyst, Credit Ratings, Canadian Structured Finance

DBRS Morningstar is seeking a highly motivated individual to join its Canadian Structured Finance team in Toronto as an Analyst. Working closely with the members of the team, the successful candidate will assist with the analysis and modeling of structured finance transactions in different asset classes. This position reports to the Senior Vice President, Canadian Structured Finance.
Job responsibilities: • Develop in-depth knowledge of various asset classes in securitization including auto and equipment.• Perform analysis for structured finance transactions including analysis of collateral and deal structure.• Assist in reviewing and maintaining ratings on a portfolio of Canadian securitization transactions.• Prepare rating committee presentations and present analysis and recommendations to rating committee.• Assist with production of timely disclosures, high-quality rating reports, industry studies and commentaries.• Develop, update and/or maintain complex cash-flow engines and other analytical tools.• Build and maintain relationships with clients and investors.
Qualifications: • University degree in finance, math, accounting, business, economics or a related field.• Experience in the financial services industry.• Demonstrated analytical abilities, with a high attention to detail.• High degree of proficiency in Excel.• Basic financial statement analytical abilities.• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).• Self-starter and strong team player, with a sense of urgency and a demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Nice to have: • CFA or accounting designation (enrolment or completion).• Experience in securitization.• Basic knowledge of Python and programming skills.
About Us
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.
Morningstar DBRS is the next generation of credit ratings.
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