Senior Economist at S&P Global

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, Economics, GovernmentIndustries

Requirements

PhD or master’s degree in economics or a closely related field with rigorous economics coursework
7-10 years of relevant work experience, whether in a commercial or academic setting
Prior experience in monitoring and forecasting the economies of the MENA region
Fluency in English and Arabic
Strong analytical proficiency and comfort with quantitative analysis and advanced forecasting tools
Proven competence in handling international economic data
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with a track record of producing in-depth written analysis on macroeconomic topics
An interest in communicating cutting-edge economic ideas to a non-professional audience
Strong command of MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Knowledge of EViews and prior experience with econometric forecasting models (preferred)
Ability to work independently and collaborate with colleagues across multiple time zones

Responsibilities

Monitor and report on economic and financial developments in several countries in the MENA region
Forecast economic conditions for these countries using S&P Global Market Intelligence’s economic models
Interact and collaborate with other teams within S&P Global Market Intelligence
Contribute to frequent outlook and risk publications (headline analysis, monthly and quarterly reports on the region and assigned countries)
Author insightful in-depth reports on topics of interest to customers
Support customer briefings at conferences, onsite presentations and via webcasts
Respond to internal and external client inquiries
Participate in regular calls with colleagues and customers during European & US business hours
Support the firm’s commercial expansion by accompanying sales representatives to client and prospect meetings in the region

Skills

Economic Forecasting

Macroeconomic Modeling

Country Risk Analysis

Financial Analysis

Report Writing

Data Monitoring

Customer Briefings

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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