Head of Alternative Investment Funds & Asset Management Ratings

The organisation

As an independent rating agency our client specializes in rating and analyzing corporate financial institutions. In the past, approximately 1 billion asset transactions have been evaluated, leading to a strategic position in the European financial market. In order to enhance further growth, internal structures need to be put under new responsibility. On behalf of this client, we are therefore looking to hire an experienced Head of Alternative Investment Funds & Asset Management Ratings for a permanent position in Berlin

Tasks & responsibilities

• Leading the AIF / AMR unit in Berlin in its analysis and evaluations with emphasis on capital market vehicles backed by all kinds of asset classes and entities such as fund initiators, open-end property funds, asset-based bonds and asset management companies
• Development of a strong analytical approach towards the asset classes
• Conduction of management interviews
• Production of rating reports and sector research, demonstrating the CRA's fundamental understanding of business and industry trends
• Participate in rating committees as a lead analyst or independent member
• Investor, issuer and arranger outreach, presenting and explaining the CRA's analytical approach
• Responsibility for the team's internal and external communication
• Professional development of a strong team and individual talent support
• Assist in the unit's administrative functions with regard to compliance and regulation

Candidate profile

• Relevant post-graduate experience in a large rating agency, asset management or risk management firm
• Expert knowledge of real asset funds (tangible and intangible assets) as well as debt funds and/or due diligence processes
• Ability to understand and identify key rating factors and generating rational rating
• High familiarity with and relevant experience in German, European and/or international financial markets
• Strong team player with first management experience, experience in building a professional team as a plus
• Knowledge of the relevant legal framework of different asset classes
• Proficient written and oral communication skills in English and German. More language skills would be a plus but are not a condition precedent.

Interested?

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