Associate Director - Structured Finance, Novel Transactions - Cross Practice Analytical Team (CPAT) at S&P Global

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Structured Finance, Fund Finance, Financial RatingsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Information Technology, or a related field of analytical studies
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience (typical for S&P Global employee at this level)
  • Financial Institutions and Structured Finance industry experience focusing on ABS or credit analysis experience in funds finance within the financial services industry, including banking
  • Comfort considering relative creditworthiness outside of a typical criteria context
  • Ability to consider new asset and structural risks in the context of rating principles
  • Diligent and intellectually curious self-starter with a strong work ethic and drive to succeed
  • Strong proficiency with Excel, financial models, and financial data
  • Strong understanding of financial markets and their relationship to S&P products
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to analyze and solve non-routine problems in a timely and insightful manner
  • Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines under time pressure
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively

Responsibilities

  • Perform rigorous analytical work, research, fundamental credit analysis, and writing of analytical reports on cross-practice transactions
  • Interact with market participants to educate external stakeholders about S&P’s analytical approaches and assess analytical proposals on novel structures
  • Present analytical findings to internal and external constituencies
  • Collaborate with analytic teams from different practices and regions to provide rating solutions for complex and esoteric transactions
  • Complete the end-to-end ratings process for new issue and surveillance transactions
  • Perform cash flow analysis, synthesize results, and present findings in a timely manner in committees
  • Review legal and operating documents to ensure consistency with criteria and identify issues with the transaction structure; provide comments to external parties
  • Actively manage relationships with internal and external clients
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of ratings criteria cross practice and handle clients’ analytical questions
  • Actively contribute to training and outreach efforts, including completion of timely commentaries, podcasts, and webinars
  • Act as a primary analyst on new engagements and leverage sector experience in the analysis of other engagements
  • Participate in pre-engagement discussions to provide market education and discuss rating feasibility of new and innovative structures

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Credit AnalysisCash Flow AnalysisStructured FinanceFund FinanceRatingsAnalytical ResearchMarket EngagementAnalytical Reporting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this position?

The anticipated base salary range is $120,400 to $180,000, with final base salary based on geographic location, experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. This information applies only to US candidates.

Is this role remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the basic qualifications required for this role?

A bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, or Information Technology is required.

What is the team and work environment like?

This is a new team at the forefront of ratings innovation, focused on novel transactions in Fund Finance and Structured Finance, involving market engagement, new rating engagements, and research. The role offers exposure to new sectors and collaboration with analytic teams from different practices and regions.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

Strong candidates will have expertise in Fund Finance or Structured Finance, skills in rigorous analytical work, fundamental credit analysis, cash flow modeling, legal document review, and the ability to collaborate across teams while contributing to market education and research.

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

Benefits

Health Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Professional Development Budget
401(k) Company Match
Family Planning Benefits
Employee Discounts

Risks

Integration challenges with new acquisitions like ProntoNLP may cause operational issues.
Increased competition from AI-driven platforms like Brooklyn Investment Group.
Dependence on volatile credit ratings market could impact revenue stability.

Differentiation

S&P Global integrates advanced AI tools for superior financial analytics capabilities.
The company offers comprehensive ESG solutions, meeting growing sustainability demands.
S&P Global's diverse divisions provide a wide range of financial services globally.

Upsides

Acquisition of ProntoNLP boosts data analytics and sentiment scoring capabilities.
Rising demand for ESG data enhances S&P Global's market position.
Expansion into India strengthens S&P Global's research and insights offerings.

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