S&P Global

Senior Analyst, Public Finance – Local Governments

S&P Global

full-time

Posted on:

Location Type: Hybrid

Location: New York City • Colorado, Illinois, New York • 🇺🇸 United States

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Salary

💰 $113,000 - $138,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • 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.
  • Publish timely and insightful credit reports as well as contribute to relevant research pieces.
  • 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 analytic support to more junior analysts.

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree is required, and postgraduate qualifications would be an advantage.
  • Two to five years of relevant work experience, with experience in the municipal markets a plus.
  • Ability to think independently and critically with strong integrity, analytical curiosity, problem-solving and research skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills in front of internal and external audiences.
  • Strong attention to detail and demonstrated skills in quantitative analysis.
  • Ability to accurately interpret data and appropriately apply criteria to generate key relevant analytical insights and conclusions.
  • Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently, with a willingness to expand, learn, and support team initiatives.
  • Proactive and organized with excellent time management skills and ability to plan, prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.
  • Strong understanding of financial reporting and markets, with knowledge of S&P’s analytical products and services a plus.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and aptitude for learning new applications/proprietary software.
Benefits
  • 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
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