Manager of Ratings Development – Capital Markets

A.M. Best has been the leading source of insurance industry information for over 100 years.  Best?s Ratings are the world-recognized standard for insurance company financial performance and are relied upon by insurers, regulators, financial institutions, investors and consumers as indicators of financial strength and stability. 

 

Due to recent growth we have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a Manager of Ratings Development supporting our Capital Markets ratings initiative. 

 

The Manager of Ratings Development will be responsible for developing new rating relationships with key debt constituencies including investors, credit analysts, banks, trade groups and publications.  The objective of the Manager of Ratings Development is to develop relationships with debt constituencies and improve their understanding of the rating process, enhance Best?s profile and the need for a Best?s rating, and focus on developing new rating opportunities.  He/she will attend conferences with greatest potential for new rating requests. 

 

 

The ideal candidate must have: Strong knowledge of the credit ratings industry.Bachelors Degree in Business or related field.Strong marketing and/or business development skills.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Experience with business recommendations/presentations to senior management.Excellent interpersonal skills.Willingness to travel 10-15%.  (Mostly day trips to New York City.)Ability to work independently.Ability to manage multiple priorities.Knowledge of A.M. Best?s Rating System and Procedures or experience in developing new rating opportunities from another rating agency is preferred.

 

Our corporate headquarters is conveniently located near the intersection of I-78 and I-287 in central New Jersey. We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package, which includes a medical, dental and prescription plan, a non-contributory pension program, a 401(k) plan with matching, company-paid life and LTD insurance plans, and tuition assistance.  For more information visit our website at www.ambest.com

 

Interested candidates, please send a detailed resume, including current and expected salaries to:

A.M. Best Company

Attn:  Human Resources Administrator

Ambest Road

Oldwick, NJ 08858

e-mail: hr@ambest.com

fax: 908-439-3027

 

**Only resumes with salary requirements will be considered.**