AD Structured Finance Ratings

We're hiring an experienced analytical leader to spearhead complex primary and surveillance work across securitisation transactions, covering quantitative, structural, legal and credit aspects. You'll lead rating committees, produce high-quality research, and mentor junior analysts while helping evolve methodologies in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Client Details

Our client is a rapidly expanding credit ratings organisation with a Structured Finance unit based in London - The team partners with market participants across the UK and EMEA, blending rigorous analytics with practical, commercial insight in securitised markets

Description

• Act as a lead analyst on the most complex structured finance transactions (primary and surveillance), assessing asset pools, structures, cash flows and legal frameworks to form independent credit opinions.
• Prepare and present committee papers; draft and review press releases, transaction notes and sector research; articulate rating rationales to internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the firm as a sector expert with originators, arrangers, investors, advisors and counsel; lead originator/servicer reviews and investor outreach.
• Mentor, develop and train junior analysts; contribute to management discussions and special projects that enhance analytical approaches and methodologies.
• Collaborate with Sector Heads and the Head of Methodologies to review and refine structured finance methodologies and models/tools.
• London office location with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.

Profile

• Significant experience in structured finance ratings or transaction analytics across securitised markets - ideally including esoteric ABS and broader UK asset classes such as RMBS/CMBS/CLOs.
• Deep understanding of securitisation structures, modelling, cash-flow analysis and documentation; strong credit judgement with the highest ethical standards.
• Demonstrated leadership: running committees, managing stakeholder communication, and building relationships across issuers, investors, bankers and advisors.
• Advanced quantitative aptitude and financial modelling skills; relevant degree (finance, law, engineering, mathematics, real estate, economics, statistics or similar). CFA/CQF advantageous.
• Proactive, flexible and calm under pressure; able to prioritise, delegate and meet tight deadlines; willingness to travel across the UK/EMEA as required.
• Right to work: No sponsorship available-candidates must have full UK working rights.

Job Offer

Career runway:

Clear progression for someone keen to step up, take on broader responsibility and help shape a growing Structured Finance platform

Hybrid working:

London office presence at least 3 days per week to collaborate with the team and stakeholders.

Impact & Visibility:

High exposure to marquee transactions, committees and methodology development, plus direct interaction with senior market participants

Salary: Base salary £100k - £120k p/a, depending on your relevant experience

If you're ready to lead complex ratings work, develop others and accelerate your own career in a high-growth environment, we'd love to hear from you. (Please note: applicants must already have full UK working rights; sponsorship is not available.)