Rating Analyst, Senior Analyst – Financial Institutions, International Public Finance Ratings Team

S&P Global

Rating Analyst/Senior Analyst analyzing credit ratings for financial institutions in Australia and New Zealand. Working in a dynamic team environment within the world's leading credit rating agency.

Posted 5/27/2026full-timeMelbourne • 🇦🇺 AustraliaSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Cover and maintain a portfolio of credit ratings for financial institutions and international public finance issuers in Australia and New Zealand, with opportunities to broaden expertise into other asset classes over time.
Collect and analyze economic and financial data, conduct research, and maintain models and databases while demonstrating strong analytical perspective and curiosity.
Work closely with senior analysts to prepare materials for rating committees and publications, ensuring timely dissemination of ratings while building relationships with peers across teams and functions.
Confidently engage with senior executives and deliver exceptional service to internal and external stakeholders, leveraging strong communication skills to integrate and communicate complex information.
Contribute to industry research, participate in internal projects and working groups, and drive process improvements to achieve team objectives while taking initiative to enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements

What you’ll need

An S&P Global employee for this role would typically have 2- 5+ years of experience in credit analysis, credit research or financial analysis.
Background in credit analysis or research, bank treasury teams, corporate treasury functions, economics, or equity research with demonstrated analytical capabilities.
Experience with analysis of financial or IPF institutions is advantageous.
Bachelor's degree in economics, commerce, business, or similar fields (CFA certification or post-graduate degree is advantageous).
Sound knowledge of financial statement analysis and accounting concepts with ability to analyze complex financial data.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to integrate and communicate complex information to diverse audiences.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications and ability to manipulate large datasets, cash flow and credit models.
Experience leveraging AI tools and techniques to enhance analytical processes, including data analysis, research, and workflow automation.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

credit analysisfinancial analysisfinancial statement analysisdata analysiscash flow modelingcredit modelingeconomic analysisresearchanalytical capabilitiesworkflow automation

Soft Skills

strong analytical perspectivecuriositycommunication skillsrelationship buildinginitiativeoperational efficiencyteam collaborationservice orientationpresentation skillsproblem-solving

Certifications

CFA certificationpost-graduate degree