The Impact: 

As a Senior Analyst on the West Region team, you will be leading credit analysis for retail water and wastewater utilitiesin California, Oregon and Washington;with a secondary focus on counties, municipalities, and school districts acrossArizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Your work directly influences critical funding decisions that support infrastructure development and public services across the western United States. You will connect your day-to-day analytical work with broadermarket priorities and contribute to maintaining our market leadership position. 

What'sin it for you: 

This position offers high potential for upward mobility within our organization.You'llgain exposure to complex analytical situations while building expertise in specialized municipal market sectors. As your career progresses, you may have opportunities to present at conferences, contribute to thought leadershippieces, and engage with media. This role provides the foundation for career advancement through demonstrated analytical excellence and leadership development. 

Responsibilities: 

• Serve as the primary analyst on credit transactions and prepare well-supported rating recommendations for rating committees, with clear rating reports supporting our credit opinion 

• Serve as an active, vocal voting member of the rating committee, which deliberates rating outcomes and reviews materials prior to publication 

• Publishtimely and insightful credit reports as well as contribute to relevant research pieces 

• Meet with issuers, assess historical and projected data, and compile this information into thorough committee presentations and effective written analysis 

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of ratings criteria and financial statement analysis, while staying informed on relevant news and issues affecting credit quality in the municipal bond market 

• Mentor and provide analytical support to junior colleagues, sharing insights andexpertise to enhance team capabilities 

• Participate in moderately complex analytical and deal-specific situations,assist in resolving client needs, and participate in investor calls 

• All employeesare required towork from the office a minimum of 2 days per week

What We're Looking For: 

Basic Required Qualifications: 

• A bachelor's degree is required, and postgraduate qualifications would be an advantage 

• An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 3-5+ years of experience in relevant work experience, with experience in the municipal markets a plus 

• Ability to think independently and critically with strong integrity, analytical curiosity, and problem-solving skills thatdemonstrate resilience and focus even when facing challenges 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to integrate and communicate complex information to diverse audiences both internally and externally 

• Strong attention to detail withdemonstrated skills in quantitative analysis and ability to identify potential issues others may miss 

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve common goals while exercising decision-making authority over your work 

• Excellent time management skills with ability to consistently deliver high-quality work and meet deadlines while managing competing priorities 

• Outstandingproficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

• Werequireall candidates who reach the final stage of our interview process to attend at least one in-person interview, which is ordinarily at your nearest S&P Global Ratings office. This must be completed before we can proceedto an offer

Additional Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with municipal bond analysis or public sector financial evaluation 

• Knowledge of government accounting principles and financial reporting standards 

• Familiarity with credit rating methodologies and analytical frameworks 

• Experience with programming languages and data analytics, as well as AI and automation tools that enhance efficiency 

Compensation/Benefits Information: 

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $122,000 USD depending on location, experience, and skills. This role is eligible for an annual incentive plan and additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please visit S&P Global Benefits. 

Right to Work Requirements: 

This role is limited to persons with an indefinite right to work in the United States.