Senior Analyst - Structured Finance Analytics, Solutions Team

Job Posting

The Group:

The Structured Finance Analytics group (SFA) covers a wide range of analytic products supporting the Global Structured Finance group (GSF). This includes the development and maintenance of quantitative rating methodologies, cash flow analytics on live transactions, data analytics and strategy, and work on a variety of high-value strategic projects across DBRS.

The SFA Solutions team sits with the SFA, with a mission statement to “Forge strong connections, enhance efficiency, and elevate visibility to empower GSF to achieve outstanding results”. The team’s responsibilities include:

• Acting as a central point of contact for the SFA organization, coordinating across teams and developing solutions for cross-disciplinary projects

• Project intake and Prioritization for all GSF projects, supporting all asset classes, including RMBS, CMBS, ABS, Structured Credit, and Esoteric products

• Analytical guidance and quantitative development work for methodology development projects, especially to support DBRS’s expansion into new product areas

• Liaise with our Methodology Review function and provide strategic counsel for methodology discussions

• Serve as a cross-disciplinary knowledge base across core competency concepts, including analytics, credit, project management, and technology

The Role: 

You will assist in all the team’s core functionalities, with a special focus on project planning and support for strategic cross-team projects. The team is looking for candidates who are adaptable and can thrive in an unstructured role where they may cover many responsibilities. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are a must to help build relationships across the organization. We’re looking for someone who will rise to this role’s challenges by thinking like an owner, proactively improving processes, and leading by example.

Our team covers all Global Structured Finance, and you will be expected to learn as much as possible about the various asset classes we cover.

This position reports to the Senior Vice President who leads the Solutions team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the GSF Prioritization Process, working with a diverse stakeholder group to define vision, approach, and milestones for strategic methodology development, technology, and migration projects

• Develop and manage timelines and project plans outlining deadlines, responsibilities and deliverables, and create business requirements when applicable

• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization to ensure transparency and alignment on project goals, progress, and outcomes

• Support workflow oversight and business intelligence reporting for the SFA organization

• Build relationships to help serve as a bridge for communications between teams across the organization

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation and manage stakeholder communications to keep all parties informed about project status and decisions

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience, ideally in a Business Intelligence, Data Analytics, or financial services environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field; Project Management certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM) preferred.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects across platforms and the ability to manage internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve project goals

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

• Proficient in using project management tools like JIRA and Asana to manage complex projects effectively

• Ability and interest to quickly learn nuances of Structured Finance asset classes

• Proactive ownership mindset

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with credit ratings and structured finance

• Understanding of both business and technical requirements, and the ability to serve as a conduit between technical and non-technical departments

• Python or other relevant programming skills

• Six Sigma, PMI Certification, or other formal project management and process improvement training is highly regarded

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.

Compensation and Benefits

At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That’s why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:

• Financial Health

  • 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary

  • Stock Ownership Potential

  • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission

• Physical Health 

  • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages

  • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual

  • Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance

• Emotional Health 

  • Trust-Based Time Off

  • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program

  • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave

  • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities

  • Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses

  • Tuition Reimbursement

• Social Health 

  • Charitable Matching Gifts program

  • Dollars for Doers volunteer program

  • Paid volunteering days

  • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Base Salary Compensation Range

$90,000.00 - 123,609.00 USD Annual

Incentive Target Percentage

15% Annual

If you receive and accept an offer from us, we require that personal and any related investments be disclosed confidentiality to our Compliance team (days vary by region). These investments will be reviewed to ensure they meet Code of Ethics requirements. If any conflicts of interest are identified, then you will be required to liquidate those holdings immediately. In addition, dependent on your department and location of work certain employee accounts must be held with an approved broker (for example all, U.S. employee accounts). If this applies and your account(s) are not with an approved broker, you will be required to move your holdings to an approved broker.

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.

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