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Kroll Bond Rating Agency

Kroll Bond Rating Agency

501-1,000 employees

Provides credit ratings and financial research

Compensation Overview

$65k - $75k/yr

Entry, Junior

Ambler, PA, USA

Hybrid work schedule

Category
Commercial Banking
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • 0-2 years of work experience in commercial real estate or CMBS preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in finance, accounting or real estate
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently, as well as work closely with partners in a collaborative environment
  • Working knowledge of the CREFC Investor Reporting Package (IRP) and Trepp a plus.
Responsibilities
  • Monitor the credit performance of CMBS transactions on an ongoing basis. This includes the review and assessment of commercial real estate (CRE) loan and property performance.
  • Perform detailed cash flow analysis for CRE properties, including the review of borrower and servicer operating statements.
  • Derive valuations for the 10 largest assets within each transaction as well as any distressed properties that serve as loan collateral. Asset valuations are derived utilizing multiple income approaches (such as DCF analysis, market-based, and direct capitalization) as well as researching comparable sales.
  • Maintain monthly surveillance on a portfolio of CMBS transactions. This includes the preparation and presentation of analysis to peers and management as well as the publication of transaction reports.
  • Contribute towards monthly, weekly, and topical research pieces.
Desired Qualifications
  • 0-2 years of work experience in commercial real estate or CMBS preferred
  • Working knowledge of the CREFC Investor Reporting Package (IRP) and Trepp a plus.
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 operates primarily through subscription services under its KBRA Premium division, offering clients unlimited access to ratings, research, and analytical tools. Unlike its competitors, KBRA emphasizes independent and insightful analysis tailored to the structured finance market. The company's goal is to support clients in navigating complex financial markets by providing reliable credit assessments and research.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$15M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2010

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What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for ESG ratings expands KBRA's market opportunities.
  • AI integration enhances KBRA's credit risk assessment accuracy and efficiency.
  • The rise of fintech offers new service expansion opportunities for KBRA.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging fintech companies could erode KBRA's market share.
  • DeFi platforms threaten traditional credit rating models, impacting KBRA.
  • Regulatory scrutiny may increase compliance costs for KBRA.

What makes Kroll Bond Rating Agency unique

  • KBRA is a Nationally Recognized Statistical Ratings Organization (NRSRO), ensuring credibility.
  • They offer specialized research in Asset-Backed Securities, CMBS, and RMBS sectors.
  • KBRA provides independent and transparent credit ratings, aiding informed investment decisions.

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Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Paid Vacation

Paid Family and Disability Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Professional Development Budget

Employee Referral Bonus

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

4%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

3%
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