About the Role:Grade Level (for internal use):11
The TeamS&P Global Ratings is a leading provider of independent credit risk research and benchmarks, with a global team of over 1,400 analysts across key financial centers worldwide. We are recruiting Senior Analysts through the following practices:
- Financial Services: Delivers forward-looking credit insights on banks, insurers, and other financial institutions, assessing capital strength, asset quality, governance, and operating environments.
- Corporates: Assesses the creditworthiness of companies across industries by analyzing business risk, strategy, competitive position, and financial performance to produce transparent, comparable rating opinions.
- Structured Finance & Alternative Investment Funds: Evaluates the credit risk of securitized products and fund structures by analyzing underlying asset performance, structural protections, and cash-flow mechanics.
- Infrastructure & Project Finance: Provides credit analysis on essential infrastructure assets and ring-fenced project financings, assessing contractual frameworks, demand and operating risks, and financial resilience.
- Public Finance: Delivers credit opinions on public-sector issuers - including states, local governments, public agencies, and not-for-profits - translating economic trends, governance, and long-term liabilities into transparent rating views.
Responsibilities and ImpactTeam Contribution & Capability Building
- Guide and coach junior analysts, building capability in credit analysis, data discipline, and analytical tooling to reinforce consistent, high-quality outputs.
- Contribute to automation initiatives that free capacity for human analysis, judgment, and relationship-building.
Core Analytical & Delivery
- Lead end-to-end credit analysis and surveillance for assigned credits, delivering timely, high-quality outputs with clear accountability.
- Synthesize portfolio performance, market signals, and peer context into decision-ready insights, and embed generative AI and large language model tools within workflows while maintaining human accountability for all conclusions.
Stakeholder & Market Engagement
- Translate complex data and analysis into clear, evidence-based narratives for clients and senior stakeholders, building trusted relationships through credible, collaborative engagement.
Risk Management and Operating
- Apply methodology, confidentiality, and data governance requirements consistently, escalating issues early and contributing to the responsible design of automation and AI-enabled workflows.
Compensation and Benefits Information (US Candidates): S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $97,000 USD to $155,000 USD. Final base salary will be based on the individual's geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. For more information on benefits, please click here.
What We're Looking ForBasic Required Qualifications
Core Analytical & Delivery
- Strong credit, financial, and risk analysis skills, with the ability to link fundamental drivers to forward-looking risk views.
- Practical experience embedding generative AI or large language model tools into professional workflows to improve productivity and analytical output.
- Proficiency in analytical and spreadsheet tools, with a willingness to develop skills in data and automation platforms.
Team Contribution & Capability Building
- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality work across multiple credits with limited oversight, and to coach junior colleagues through shared standards and tools.
- Strong collaboration and relationship management skills, with the ability to influence outcomes through credibility and constructive engagement.
Core Analytical & Delivery
- Strong credit, financial, and risk analysis skills, with the ability to link fundamental drivers to forward-looking risk views.
- Practical experience embedding generative AI or large language model tools into professional workflows to improve productivity and analytical output.
- Proficiency in analytical and spreadsheet tools, with a willingness to develop skills in data and automation platforms.
Stakeholder & Market Engagement
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex analytical content into concise, evidence-based narratives for senior stakeholders and rating committees.
Risk Management and Operating
- High standards for quality, traceability, and governance, with sound judgment on the responsible use of AI tools in a controlled environment.
Preferred or Helpful Experience
- Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent required. A master's degree or professional certification (such as CFA) is highly valued. We welcome candidates from traditional finance disciplines as well as diverse academic backgrounds that support innovative and critical thinking.
Additional Information
- An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in credit analysis.
- Employees are required to work from the office a minimum of two days per week.
- Candidates who reach the final stage of the interview process will be asked to attend at least one in-person interview at their nearest S&P Global Ratings office before an offer can be extended.
This posting has been shared specifically for candidates attending the 2026 NBMBAA Annual Conference and Career Fair.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/ratings
Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
- Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
- Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
- Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
- Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
- Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
- Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.
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