Associate Analyst - Global Islamic Finance Group

Fitch Group, Inc.

Based in Dubai, you will primarily support senior analysts in various functions tied to Islamic Finance initiatives. Your role will involve data management, preliminary analysis, and active collaboration in global projects.

You May be a Good Fit if you have:

• An outstanding graduate with relevant bachelors or higher degree.
• Strong analytical skills with an eagerness to understand credit analysis and Islamic Finance.
• Ability to coordinate effectively across different time zones and be flexible for essential meetings.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for seamless collaboration.
• Self-motivated with a proactive attitude towards learning and task execution.
• Strong team spirit to promote collaboration.
• Modelling, data analysis, and accounting skills, with an eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities:

• Based in Dubai, the Associate Analyst will primarily support Senior Analysts in various functions tied to Islamic Finance initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation and review of sukuk templates and relevant documentation alongside senior team members.
• Support data collection and preliminary analysis for the rating coverage.
• Review sukuk legal documentation and transaction structures collaboratively.
• Engage in global cross-sector projects for comprehensive Islamic Finance solutions.
• Participate in meetings with issuers, bankers, and legal teams, gaining insights and providing essential support.
• Assist in maintaining and updating Fitch s Islamic Finance database.
• Monitor regulatory developments related to Islamic Finance and provide relevant insights.
• Support team on research pieces across a range of industry-relevant topics.