Requisition ID: 50480

Business Unit: Fitch Ratings

Category: Business Development & Sales

Location:

Sydney, NSW, AU

Date Posted: Sep 1, 2026

Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Director based out of our Sydney office.

As one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets by providing supplementary credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. For over 100 years, Fitch Ratings has been creating value for global markets through its rigorous analysis and deep expertise, which have resulted in a variety of market leading tools, methodologies, indices, research, and analytical products.

Fitch

Ratings is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries, which also includes Fitch Solutions. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Becoming a member of our Fitch Ratings Asia Pacific team places you at the heart of a best-in-class organization, recognized by InsuranceAsia, FinanceAsia and Corporate Treasurer for its excellence and leadership in the credit rating industry. Our accolades and awards in the region are a testament to our commitment to quality and innovation. As one of our colleagues, you'll engage with a diverse and dynamic community, gaining valuable experience and opportunities for growth in one of the world's largest financial markets.

About the Team

Fitch Ratings' Business Relationship Management (BRM) division provides tactical marketing and business development management for all Fitch Ratings product groups. The team is responsible for

Issuer marketing (including sovereign, financial institutions, corporate, structured finance, international public finance and infrastructure finance)

Banker/Arranger outreach

Managing the visibility and positioning of Fitch as the rating agency of choice in Japan and Asia

How You’ll Make an Impact:

Report to Singapore based Managing Director, BRM and work closely with BRM team members in the Sydney office to meet revenue budgets and manage existing issuer and banker relationships





Originate new rating mandates from Corporate Infrastructure and Project Finance (CIPF) issuers/sponsors in Australia and New Zealand.

Identify rating gaps and new business opportunities in the Australia CIPF space, create and discuss a strategic outreach plan

Work closely with internal/external counterparts (issuers, bankers, analysts, etc.) to ensure smooth execution of new and existing rating exercises and provide timely support in the preparation of documentation

Support Private Credit related initiatives in Australia and New Zealand

Work with the global revenue management team to lead and manage rating contract renewals in a timely manner

Market Sustainable Fitch's Second Party Opinions (SPOs) to target issuers in Australia and New Zealand

Work closely with business/billing support team to ensure timely billing and receivables management

Conduct market research and data analysis as needed to develop pitch materials and market share data Track deal flow, recent ratings and issuances

Conduct and/or support various outreach initiatives (conferences, seminars, one-on-one meetings, electronic distribution, analyst meetings, etc.) to enhance Fitch's market visibility

Provide back-up coverage to the Fitch Sydney BRM team as required

You May be a Good Fit if:

At least 10-15 years or above relevant Relationship Management experience in Debt Capital Markets or banking/financial services sectors

Ability to think strategically and develop and execute marketing plans

Degree educated with specialization in business, finance and other relevant disciplines would be beneficial

Exposure to Bloomberg, effective presentation and negotiation skills is advantageous

Fluency in spoken/ written English is compulsory

What Would Make You Stand Out:

Able to communicate confidently and clearly

Works collaboratively, both within immediate team and wider company

Manages self,



time and priorities effectively

Uses initiative to get things moving and see them through

Juggles business priorities, and meets changing deadlines

Why Choose Fitch:

Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated training, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity

Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals

Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing

Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively

Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe

Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment.

If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

📌 Director, Business Relationship Management, Australia (Sydney)
🏢 Fitch Group
📍 Sydney