Research Director

Position Title: European Research Director (Dublin)
Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe Limited
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Summary/Overview:
KBRA EU is looking for a full-time Research Director (Dublin) to work in KBRA EU's credit ratings group.
The research director would also assist KBBA's global Credit Policy team in evaluating rating methodologies.
About the Team:
This resource will be a member of the KBRA EU ratings unit and will also assist KBRA's global Credit Policy function.
The ratings unit is responsible for producing EU credit research and ratings.
The Credit Policy function is responsible for establishing and monitoring processes related to determining and monitoring ratings.
This resource will be expected to produce timely, comprehensive research relating to various EU asset classes, and will also assist the Credit Policy function in evaluating rating methodologies.
Responsibilities:
Monitor and analyze macroeconomic, markets and other data relevant to KBRA-rated issuers and transactions
Collaborate with rating analysts to generate ideas and publish research across KBRA's structured and fundamental ratings units
Support KBRA's global Credit Policy function by providing European insights and expertise and delivering targeted research projects
You will be successful in this role if you
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Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics or a related field
7+ years of relevant work experience
Professional research experience in debt capital markets, structured finance and/or corporate finance
Excellent presentation, verbal and written communications skills, with close attention to detail
Demonstrated critical thinking , initiative and strong follow-through
Proven ability to manage time and resources effectively to meet deadlines
Interest in, and familiarity with, financial markets and economic data analysis
Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Strong presentation, communication, and written skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage time and resources meeting deadlines
Demonstrate critical thinking skills, the ability to take initiative and follow-up where needed
A flexible hybrid work schedule – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays in the office
Competitive benefits and paid time off
Paid family and disability leave
Pension plan
Educational and professional development financial assistance
Employee referral bonus program
About Us
KBRA
(Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) 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.
Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe is located at One George's Quay Plaza, Dublin 2, Ireland.
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