Associate Director, Ratings Advisory

About the role

The Associate Director, Ratings Advisory provides analytical and execution support for ratings advisory mandates across corporate, institutional, financial institution and sovereign clients. The role works closely with senior members of Ratings & Debt Advisory, Debt Capital Markets, Corporate Finance and other internal stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare financial analysis, rating agency materials, peer benchmarking and credit narratives under senior guidance.
• Review client financial statements, capital structures, cash flows and business profiles.
• Support coordination of rating agency interactions, meeting logistics and follow‑up actions.
• Conduct base‑case and downside scenario analysis, sensitivity analysis and rating impact assessments.
• Maintain accurate mandate files, engagement records and advisory documentation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business, accounting or a related discipline.
• 2‑5 years of experience in credit analysis, ratings, debt capital markets or related financial services.
• Ability to manage deliverables, work under deadlines and produce accurate outputs.
• High integrity, collaborative mindset and commitment to governance and confidentiality.

Required skills

• Financial modelling
• Credit analysis
• Scenario analysis
• Understanding of capital markets instruments (bonds, sukuk, hybrid capital, structured financing)