Operations Associate, Jakarta

Fitch Ratings Global Rating Services team is seeking an Operations Associate to join the group in our Jakarta 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, which have resulted in a variety of market leading tools, methodologies, indices, research, and analytical products. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries, which also includes Fitch Solutions. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Becoming a member of our Fitch Ratings Asia Pacific team places you at the heart of a best-in-class organization, recognized with awards from InsuranceAsia, FinanceAsia and Corporate Treasurer for its excellence and leadership in the credit rating industry. Our accolades and awards in the region are a testament to our commitment to quality and innovation. As one of our colleagues, you'll engage with a diverse and dynamic community, gaining valuable experience and opportunities for growth in one of the world's largest financial markets.

About The Team

Fitch Ratings Operations is focused on developing an efficient operating environment for analytical teams by bringing consistency and standardisation to all operational aspects of the rating process.

This role requires collaboration with analytical teams, operational teams, IT squads, and other stakeholders to ensure that Middle Office workflow tasks, procedures, and applications effectively support business needs and comply with regulatory requirements.

How You'll Make An Impact

Collaboration & Workflow Support

• Partner with analytical teams, operations teams, and IT squads to ensure workflows are followed accurately and efficiently
• Perform timely operational tasks that support ratings analysts using Fitch's proprietary systems
• Maintain high standards of data quality and operational accuracy
  
  

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver ad hoc requests and special projects
• Support cross-functional initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness
  
  

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, procedures, and systems
• Contribute to initiatives that drive standardisation, efficiency, and scalability
  
  

Compliance & Risk Awareness

• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of regulatory requirements, policies, and procedures
• Ensure operational activities comply with internal controls and external regulations
  
  

You May Be a Good Fit If You Have

• A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent), or 2+ years experience in an operational or middle-office role
• Strong attention to detail with logical and analytical thinking
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Strong problem-solving capability and ability to prioritise tasks
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to high-quality service delivery
  
  

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Experience within a global financial services organisation
• Knowledge of data management and fixed income products
• Interest in leveraging technology to improve systems and processes, including automation, machine learning, and AI
• Additional language skills may be advantageous depending on regional requirements
  
  

Why Choose Fitch

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
• A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
• Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
• Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community
  
  

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 or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluatequalified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.