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Updated on 9/4/2024

Kroll Bond Rating Agency

Kroll Bond Rating Agency

501-1,000 employees

Provides credit ratings and financial research

Data & Analytics
Consulting
Consumer Software
Fintech
Financial Services
Real Estate
Defense

Compensation Overview

$150k - $210kAnnually

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Risk Management
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Python
Sales
Communications
R
Financial analysis
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor or Master’s degree is required.
  • Ten (10) or more years of work experience in a financial analysis role within the Financial Services industry or a Rating agency. Previous Banking experience is most helpful.
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written), analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential.
  • Proficient with Excel; experience using Data Visualization tools or Python/R are preferred.
  • Experience using S&P Global Market Intelligence software is most helpful.
  • Prior use of financial data and analytical products and an understanding of the data and analytics industry will be considered positively.
  • Self-starter, team-oriented, and client-obsessed.
  • Ability to work across teams and disciplines in a challenging and dynamic environment.
  • Understanding of the Agile process and principles, as well as the software development lifecycle, are a plus.
  • Strong interest and/or relevant experience in financial sector transactions.
  • Ability to run effective meetings internally and with customers.
  • Strong ability to set the product vision, strategy, and execution in terms of our customers, their business needs, and the commercial viability of our solutions.
  • Critical thinker that can take creative and clever approaches to problem-solving and product development.
Responsibilities
  • Manage the business and analytical team responsible for creating and curating KFI’s content.
  • Work closely with sales staff to grow both new and existing client base.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with key stakeholders and teams (technology, business development, leadership) to manage the product strategy and roadmap including new features and product offshoots.
  • Actively engage with clients and prospects, including attending conferences to showcase the product’s capabilities.
  • Collaborate with prospective users and clients to understand and anticipate their needs and translate them into product features and content.
  • Develop and produce relevant content for KFI customers such as analytical research and insights about the financial sector.
  • Participate in management meetings to provide regular updates on the product and team’s progress to key stakeholders across KBRA Analytics.
  • Have a strategic impact on the business by driving product strategies that create competitive advantages and innovative solutions.
  • Serve as the product ambassador internally and externally, sharing knowledge and insights about data and analytics across the financial sector.
Kroll Bond Rating Agency

Kroll Bond Rating Agency

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Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) provides credit ratings and research services in the financial sector, focusing on structured finance products like Asset-Backed Securities (ABS), Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS), and Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (RMBS). Their credit ratings help clients, including institutional investors and financial intermediaries, assess the credit risk of various financial instruments, which aids in making informed investment decisions. KBRA differentiates itself from competitors by offering a subscription service through its KBRA Premium division, granting subscribers unlimited access to comprehensive ratings, research, and analytical tools specific to the U.S. structured finance market. The company's goal is to support clients in navigating complex financial markets by providing reliable credit assessments and insights.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$15M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • KBRA's consistent release of detailed and timely research reports, such as the U.S. Bank Compendium and various ABS indices, demonstrates its commitment to providing valuable insights to clients.
  • The company's ability to secure high-profile ratings assignments, like the AA rating for the City of Los Angeles Power System Revenue Bonds, highlights its strong market reputation.
  • Specialized research offerings and analytical services provide additional revenue streams and opportunities for professional growth within the company.

What critics are saying

  • The highly specialized focus on structured finance markets may limit KBRA's ability to diversify its revenue streams.
  • Dependence on subscription services for revenue could be risky if market conditions lead to a decline in client renewals.

What makes Kroll Bond Rating Agency unique

  • KBRA's focus on structured finance markets like ABS, CMBS, and RMBS sets it apart from competitors who may have a broader but less specialized focus.
  • The company's subscription-based KBRA Premium service offers unlimited access to market-leading ratings and research, providing a unique value proposition for institutional investors.
  • As an NRSRO, KBRA's ratings are recognized and trusted, giving it a competitive edge in credibility and reliability.