Director, Investor Development – Sydney

Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Director, Investor Development, 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.

About the Team

Based in Sydney and reporting to the APAC head of Investor development, this role is part of the Global Investor Development team, in the Fitch Ratings’ Business & Relationship Management (BRM) organization. Fitch’s Investor Development team aims at positioning Fitch Ratings as the agency of choice with investors in both established and new markets and sectors. Through a wide range of outreach activities and campaigns, it promotes the agency’s research, thought leadership, ratings and capabilities among key market participants.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• You will be responsible in Australia and New Zealand for strengthening Fitch’s brand presence and embedding Fitch ratings into investor workflows.
• Developing outreach strategies across domestic, regional and global asset classes.
• Managing, deepening, and expanding Fitch’s relationships with fixed income investment professionals.
• Organizing meetings with analysts, presenting Fitch’s capabilities, educating investors on criteria and rating assumptions.
• Leading broader outreach and visibility initiatives in partnership with BRM, Marketing, and Events teams.
• Developing partnerships with sell side research, investor associations and industry groups.
• Designing and driving a program of virtual and in-person events and campaigns.
• Preparing and delivering external messaging that highlights the factors differentiating Fitch from competitors.
• Identifying and helping to address remaining barriers to Fitch’s adoption in domestic capital markets.
• Serving as the primary point of contact for analytical groups on content ideation and market feedback.
• Gathering and communicating insights on domestic capital markets, financial regulation, and policy developments.
• Identifying and promoting business opportunities for Fitch Solutions and Fitch Learning.

You May Be a Good Fit If

• 8 to 12 or more years’ sellside or buyside experience in international fixed income capital market.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain long term relationships.
• Excellent written communication skills and ability to create strategic messaging.
• Highly motivated and self-driven with organisational and time-management skills.
• Degree educated or equivalent work experience.

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Existing contacts and relationships with large Australian and New Zealand investors.
• Genuine proficiency in Salesforce and SharePoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Why Choose Fitch

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required.
• A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs.
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs.
• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan.
• Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued.
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days and matched funding for donations.

At Fitch, AI is embedded in how we work every day — supporting smarter decision-making and streamlining workflows. We’re looking for colleagues who are comfortable operating in an AI-enabled environment.

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.

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.