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Fitch Ratings Company Culture
Fitch Ratings Culture
This score is derived from employee ratings & reviews2.8/5
Fitch Ratings' Overall Culture is rated D+
Top Rated Culture Dimensions
Professional Development
C+CEO Rating
COutlook
CeNPS
CManager
C-Fitch Ratings CEO
Bottom 40%Bottom 40% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Paul Taylor
64 /100
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Diversity at Fitch Ratings
Bottom 15%Bottom 15% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D
Diverse employees at Fitch Ratings have rated Manager, Team, and Environment as the highest categories they have scored
Women at Fitch Ratings
Bottom 25%Bottom 25% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
D+
Women at Fitch Ratings have rated Manager, Team, and Environment as the highest categories they have scored
Fitch Ratings eNPS
Net Promoter Score tracks your employees' overall score to this question: "On a scale from 0-10, how likely are you to recommend working at your company to a friend?"Bottom 40%Bottom 40% of Similar Size Companies on Comparably
Recommend to a Friend?
-22
Fitch Ratings employees are -22% more likely to recommend Fitch Ratings as a great place to work
| 25% | Promoters |
|---|---|
| 28% | Passives |
| 47% | Detractors |
Working at Fitch Ratings
Working at Fitch Ratings is rated below average by 71 employees, across various culture dimensions. Fitch Ratings employees rate Professional Development highest among all categories, and think that Compensation and Happiness have the most room for improvement, putting Fitch Ratings’s culture in the Bottom 25% compared to similar sized companies on Comparably and in the Bottom 20% compared to other companies in New York. See below in detail how working at Fitch Ratings was rated by employees.
Overall Company Culture at Fitch Ratings
D+
Overall Company Culture at Fitch Ratings is rated D+
Last updated months ago
Bottom
25%
Fitch Ratings ranks in the Bottom 25% of other companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Overall Company Culture Score
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Anonymously Rate Your Experience & Make Work BetterFitch Ratings Employee Reviews
Out of 23 Fitch Ratings employee reviews, 65% were positive. The remaining 35% were constructive reviews with the goal of helping Fitch Ratings improve their work culture.
| Positive Reviews | 65% |
|---|---|
| Constructive Feedback | 35% |
Positive Reviews From Fitch Ratings Employees
- What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?The team all get along.
- What did you like most about the interview process?Not too drawn out and gave a good sense of the team.
- What makes you most happy at work?Learning new skills. Working on an interesting rating.
Constructive Feedback From Fitch Ratings Employees
- Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?Increased compensation or less working hours. The amount of time & work put in (including nights and weekends) does not match how low the compensation is.
- What does the leadership team need to get better at?Truly valuing employees and not just paying lip service to being in the "people business."
- What needs to change to make the company culture better?Senior management needs to have more diverse individuals offering a diverse perspective. Stop hiring people who have no markets experience.
Fitch Ratings Company Information
Fitch Ratings Company Overview
Fitch Ratings is a global rating agency committed to providing the world (TM)s credit markets with independent and prospective credit
Fitch Ratings Mission, Vision & Values
Fitch Ratings Mission Statement
Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch Ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise.
Fitch Ratings Values
objectivity, independence, integrity, and transparency.
| Headquarter | New York City, NY United States of America |
|---|---|
| Website | www.fitchratings.com |
| Founding Date | 1914 |
| Company Status | Private |
Fitch Ratings Competitors
Fitch Ratings competitors include Standard & Poor's and Moody's Corporation. Fitch Ratings ranks 2nd in Overall Culture Score on Comparably vs its competitors. See below how Fitch Ratings compares to its competitors with CEO Rankings, Product & Services, NPS, Pricing, Customer Services, Overall Culture Score, eNPS, Gender and Diversity Scores.
Fitch Ratings Employees
71 employees at Fitch Ratings have reviewed Fitch Ratings across various culture dimensions, providing their opinions on items ranging from executive ratings to the pace at work. The latest review was months ago.
Overall, the 71 Fitch Ratings employees give their leadership a grade of D+, or Bottom 25% of similar size companies on Comparably. This includes specific ratings of their executive team, CEO, and manager.
Employees at Fitch Ratings are mostly dissatisfied with their total compensation at Fitch Ratings, which includes a combination of pay, stock and equity, and benefits.
Overall, employees at Fitch Ratings are not very pleased with their team. 71 Participants grade the quality of their coworkers a D. The majority believe the meetings at Fitch Ratings are effective, and the majority look forward to interacting with their coworkers.
The majority of employees at Fitch Ratings believe the environment at Fitch Ratings is positive. Most Participants believe the pace of work at Fitch Ratings is extremely fast. About 53% of the employees at Fitch Ratings work 8 hours or less, while 18% of them have an extremely long day - longer than twelve hours.
Overall, the employees at Fitch Ratings are not very happy, based on their aggregated ratings of future outlook, customer perception, and their excitement going to work.
Joining Fitch Ratings - Employee Onboarding
The prevailing opinion from employees about joining Fitch Ratings is that the company was unprepared on their first day. Fitch Ratings employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was negative. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.
Fitch Ratings KPIs and OKRs
Employees’ understanding of Fitch Ratings' KPIs and OKRs is essential for its success. Out of 3 Fitch Ratings employees who’ve answered, “Are your company’s goals clear and are you invested in them?” 2 have said yes.
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Fitch Ratings CEO & Leadership
Fitch Ratings CEO - Paul Taylor
64 /100
Paul’s approval rate is lower compared to CEOs at similar sized companies, putting Paul in the Bottom 40% of all CEOs of similar-sized companies on Comparably, and in the Bottom 35% compared to CEOs of all other companies in New York. Paul Taylor’s employees rank Fitch Ratings in the Top 50% for Professional Development, in the Bottom 40% for Outlook, and in the Bottom 35% for Manager. Taylor is generally unpopular with Fitch Ratings employees, but ranks especially low with employees with 6 to 10 Years experience, and by employees identified with Other ethnicities and Male employees. However, Caucasian employees have a slightly more favorable view of the CEO.
Fitch Ratings Leadership
The Fitch Ratings Executive Team is rated a “D” and led by CEO Paul Taylor, Managing Director, Core Operations Jeffrey Simon, and Managing Director -- Infrastructure & Project Finance (Americas) Cherian George
Paul Taylor CEO / President
Paul Taylor serves as the CEO / President of Fitch Ratings.
Jeffrey Simon Managing Director, Core Operations
Jeffrey Simon serves as the Managing Director, Core Operations for Fitch Ratings. Jeffrey started at Fitch Ratings in... read more
Cherian George Managing Director -- Infrastructure & Project Finance (Americas)
Cherian George serves as the Managing Director -- Infrastructure & Project Finance (Americas) for Fitch Ratings. Cherian... read more
Dan Champeau Managing Director - Head of Global Public Finance and Infrastructure/Project Finance
Dan Champeau serves as the Managing Director - Head of Global Public Finance and Infrastructure/Project Finance for... read more
Anthony Vaccari Managing Director
Anthony Vaccari serves as the Managing Director for Fitch Ratings. Anthony started at Fitch Ratings in January of 2017.... read more
Robert Harpel CTO, Group Managing Director
Robert Harpel serves as the CTO, Group Managing Director for Fitch Ratings. Robert started at Fitch Ratings in January... read more
Christopher Wolfe Managing Director - Head of North American Banks
Christopher Wolfe serves as the Managing Director - Head of North American Banks for Fitch Ratings. Christopher started... read more
Doug Murray Managing Director
Doug Murray serves as the Managing Director for Fitch Ratings. Doug started at Fitch Ratings in September of 1989. Doug... read more
Stephanie Petosa Managing Director
Stephanie Petosa serves as the Managing Director for Fitch Ratings. Stephanie started at Fitch Ratings in December of .... read more
Fitch Ratings Salaries
How much does Fitch Ratings pay?
How much do people at Fitch Ratings get paid? See the latest salaries by department and job title. The average estimated annual salary, including base and bonus, at Fitch Ratings is $119,615, or $57 per hour, while the estimated median salary is $117,143, or $56 per hour.
At Fitch Ratings, the highest paid job is a Director of Sales at $208,935 annually and the lowest is an Admin Assistant at $48,968 annually. Average Fitch Ratings salaries by department include: Operations at $84,464, Business Development at $115,166, Legal at $136,227, and Customer Support at $79,034. Half of Fitch Ratings salaries are above $117,143.
23 employees at Fitch Ratings rank their Compensation in the Bottom 15% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 72 ratings) while 22 employees at Fitch Ratings rank their Perks And Benefits in the Bottom 20% of similar sized companies in the US (based on 23 ratings).
Salaries contributed from Fitch Ratings employees include job titles like Senior Product Manager and Senior Marketing Manager. Comparably data has a total of 0 salary records from Fitch Ratings employees.
Last updated months ago.
| Summary | Salary Range | Percentile |
|---|---|---|
1st Percentile $67k | $67k | 1st Percentile |
17th Percentile $93k | $93k | 17th Percentile |
33rd Percentile $117k | $117k | 33rd Percentile |
50th Percentile $171k | $171k | 50th Percentile |
67th Percentile $231k | $231k | 67th Percentile |
83rd Percentile $266k | $266k | 83rd Percentile |
100th Percentile $290k | $290k | 100th Percentile |
$119,615*
Average Compensation
$117,143*
Median Compensation
* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.
Fitch Ratings Salaries by Department
Diversity & Inclusion at Fitch Ratings
Diverse employees at Fitch Ratings score the company 52/100 across various culture categories, placing Fitch Ratings in the Bottom 15% of companies on Comparably with 1,001-5,000 Employees for Comparably's diversity score. The Diversity score provides insights into how diverse employees feel and rate their work experience at Fitch Ratings across various culture dimensions.
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Fitch Ratings Perks & Benefits
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
Fitch Ratings PTO
Fitch Ratings' PTO and Vacation policy typically gives 20-30 days off a year. Fitch Ratings' benefits and PTO Package averages to represent a $1500 - $2500 cash value per month.
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Fitch Ratings Careers
Fitch Ratings Jobs
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H1B Visa
In 2019, Fitch Ratings applied for 20 H1B visas. Of the work permits applied for, 65% were approved, 30% certified-withdrawn, and 5% withdrawn.
An in-depth look at ‘Certified-withdrawn’ H1B applications at Fitch Ratings unveil that one approved work permit application was withdrawn before the employee’s start date, and 6 were withdrawn by Fitch Ratings after the employee’s start date.
Work Permit Application Outcome
20
Total Applied
H1B Applications Outcome
- 65% Granted (13 out of 20)
- 0% Denied ( out of 20)
- 5% Withdrawn Application was withdrawn by the employer before approval/rejection (1 out of 20)
- 30% Certified-Withdrawn Application was approved but later withdrawn by employer (6 out of 20)
This data was calculated using publicly sourced data from OFLC Performance Data
Let Fitch Ratings Know You Want To Work There
Overview of Candidates Interested in Fitch Ratings on Comparably
Candidates By Department
Marketing | 100% |
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Candidates By Location
Austin | 100% |
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Frequently Asked Questions regarding Fitch Ratings
Who is the CEO of Fitch Ratings?
Fitch Ratings CEO is Paul Taylor, their score by employees is 64
What is Fitch Ratings eNPS?
The eNPS for Fitch Ratings is -22
What is the salary for Director of HR in Fitch Ratings?
Director of HR average salary in the US is 153k
What are the salaries in the Design in Fitch Ratings?
The average salaries for Design in Fitch Ratings is 138k
Who are Fitch Ratings competitors?
Fitch Ratings main competitors are Standard & Poor's, Moody's Corporation
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