About the role
Morningstar DBRS’s Fundamental Credit Practices Group is seeking a highly motivated individual with a deep and broad interest in credit methodology development to join its team as a Senior Vice President. The adecuado candidate will bring at least 10 years of experience as a lead analyst covering a range of fundamental credit sectors. In this role the successful candidate will partner closely with the Head of the Fundamental Methodology Development Group, other team members, and the various rating groups. Responsibilities include refining and developing fundamental methodologies covering corporate, financial, and public finance sectors.

Key Responsibilities
Lead or contribute to the development or refinement of credit rating methodologies, establishing analytical standards. Lead or oversee the background research (quantitative and qualitative) supporting the methodology development work. Interact with and maintain relationships with the heads of the various rating teams to ensure transparency on project progress and needs, and identify opportunities to enhance and/or develop methodologies. Contribute to the development of analytical tools used in credit analysis, methodology development and application. Oversee the work of junior analysts;

help train and mentor less experienced team members. Manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and analytical integrity. Adhere to rigorous regulatory requirements, including detailed record‑keeping, training, and compliance with Morningstar DBRS policies and procedures. Requirements Minimum of 10 years of fundamental credit experience,



with substantial exposure at a rating agency, lending institution, private credit platform, or a comparable organization. Demonstrated depth of experience in some fundamental credit sectors (e.
G., corporates, financials, project finance, public finance, and/or sovereign). Strong foundation in financial analysis, including both theoretical frameworks and practical application. Proven experience managing and mentoring analytical teams in a performance‑driven environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex analyses for senior audiences. Advanced technical proficiency in Excel, Python, financial modelling, and data analysis, including experience leveraging artificial intelligence tools (e.
G., Claude Code, Copilot Studio). Strong research and analytical capabilities, with a high level of attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining high‑quality output. Proactive, collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills. Bachelor’s degree in finance, data science, economics, or a related discipline required;

advanced degrees (e.
G.,Masters, MBA, CFA) preferred. Compensation Base salary range: EUR 128,500.00 – 186,833.33. Target annual bonus: 30% of base salary. Compensation and bonus will be based on qualifications, experience, and other job‑related factors. Work Environment Morningstar’s hybrid work environment enables collaboration in‑person each week. Most locations follow a four‑day in‑office weekly schedule, while offering flexibility to meet changing needs. Employees have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with colleagues.

📌 Senior Vice President, Fundamental Credit Practices (Madrid)
🏢 Morningstar Dbrs
📍 Madrid