Location(s):1 O'Connell Street, Sydney, 2000, AULine Of Business: RRS(RRS)Job Category:Credit Analysis & ResearchExperience Level: Experienced HireRole/Responsibilities:We are looking for a Rating Associate to join our Public, project and infrastructure finance group.What's in for you?If this sounds like a role that intrigues you and can open the world of Finance/Analytics/ESG for you, this might just be the right opportunity for you.What makes us an attractive employer?We provide competitive benefits such as a hybrid working environment, medical insurance, employee assistance program, and education assistance program to support your further education.What makes us a happy team?We take corporate social responsibility very seriously with a number of volunteer programs that will help you make a true difference in our community and society.ResponsibilitiesHow does a day of a Ratings Associate looks like? (Responsibilities)* Support senior analysts in credit analysis related to ratings, research and outreach activities.* Monitor credit quality and issuer and/or portfolio trends by following market developments, analyzing issuer reporting, and engaging with issuers directly for follow-up clarification and information.* Interpret and analyze relevant financial data and other credit inputs.* Contribute to research strategy, including idea generation and preliminary drafting.* Attend investor briefings and issuer meetings as required and support preparation of discussion materials.* Operate applicable ratings and research systems and use relevant applications.* Provide clear, concise and constructive guidance in the delegation of work to supporting teams.QualificationsExperience / QualificationsA minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in a relevant field or recent graduates with relevant intern experience.Undergraduate degree required with graduate/second-level degree (Masters, MBA, etc.) preferred.Accounting knowledge with a strong focus on financial analysis (e.g. through coursework, CFA or equivalent, or relevant work experience is preferred).Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment.Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks accordingly.Some understanding of fixed income markets and/or credit knowledge is preferred.Additional ExperienceEconomic research or relevant credit research experience preferred.Financial/statistical research capabilities.
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