Senior Credit Risk Analyst
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Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Associate Director, APF Municipal & Cooperative Power: S&P Global Ratings at S&P Global
New York, New York, United States
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Financial Services, Public Finance, Credit RatingsIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (postgraduate qualifications advantageous)
- Five to seven years of relevant work experience in the public finance sector
- 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
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary analyst on complex credit transactions and prepare well-supported rating recommendations for rating committees, with clear rating reports supporting 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 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 and energy sector
- Function as a sector expert on credits, publish timely thought leadership pieces, speak publicly, and represent the company to external stakeholders
- Mentor and provide analytic support to junior analysts, fostering a collaborative environment to build consensus across groups with competing priorities
- Lead operational and process improvements, maintaining a focus on both analytical excellence and a risk mindset
- Actively listen to others to understand their perspectives and respond in an appropriate and empathetic manner, enhancing team dynamics
- Embody a risk aware culture including leading by example, ensuring adherence to analytical guidelines, quality standards, procedures, and policies for all credits
- Manage multiple key projects and conflicting priorities effectively, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work
- Demonstrate adaptability by making difficult decisions and adjusting to changing circumstances while maintaining focus on long-term goals
- Bring new thinking and curiosity to create innovative solutions with a long-term perspective in mind
- Lead credit analysis for public power and municipal cooperatives ratings, and provide support for utility revenue ratings covering water, sewer, and solid-waste issuers
- Meet with issuers, assess historical and projected data, and compile into thorough committee presentations and effective written analysis
- Participate in complex analytical and deal-specific situations, collaborate with cross-practice energy teams, assist in resolving client needs, participate in investor calls with senior analysts, and lead research for publications or special projects
- Represent the team as a participant or speaker at conferences/webinars and with the media
Skills
credit analysis
rating committees
financial modeling
public finance
municipal bonds
cooperative power
utility revenue
issuer meetings
analytical reports
research publications
conference speaking
S&P Global
Provides financial information and analytics services
About S&P Global
S&P Global provides financial information and analytics to a wide range of clients, including investors, corporations, and governments. The company offers services such as credit ratings, market intelligence, and indices, which help clients understand and navigate the global financial market. S&P Global's products work by utilizing advanced data analytics and research to deliver insights that assist clients in making informed decisions and managing risks. Unlike many competitors, S&P Global has a diverse range of divisions, including S&P Global Ratings and S&P Dow Jones Indices, which allows it to cater to various financial needs. The company's goal is to support clients in driving growth while also committing to corporate responsibility and positive societal impact.
New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1917Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees