Associate analyst in Corporate Ratings - European Retail & Leisure Industries

S&P Global Ratings Associate Analyst in Corporate Ratings - European Retail & Leisure Industries The Team / The Work You will report to the Analytical Manager and to the Lead Analysts of the industries you cover as part of a 20-members team. The industries you will cover, Retail & Leisure, are consumption-led and encompass many high yield credits, with significant ownership by private equity investors. The work pace is fast, with many credit events triggered by changes in operating performance, recapitalisation or refinancing transactions, and they will offer the candidate many opportunities to be exposed to the major financing transactions existing in the capital markets and to quickly learn the trade of Corporate Finance. The Impact At S&P Global Ratings, your impact will be very significant and wide-ranging. As an expert in two industries and in all aspects of high yield credit analysis, you will be representing S&P Global Ratings in front of the Management teams of the companies you will cover. You will be leading the analytical efforts with these companies in any event driven situation or debt financing transaction, coordinating a multidisciplinary team of in-house experts, presenting your independent analytical opinion in front of Rating Committees and publishing rating actions. You will also represent S&P Global Ratings’ analytical views in front of international investors through roundtables and in written reports. What’s in it for you? S&P Global Ratings offers a very attractive career opportunity in the world’s most recognized independent Rating Agency. You will become the S&P Global Ratings specialist in the industries you cover and an expert in the rating methodology that has become the market’s benchmark. You will have the opportunity to exchange with the senior Management of the major companies operating in your industries. You will communicate S&P’s independent credit opinions verbally and in written reports to issuers and international investors. You will work in a flat organization, alongside very strong professionals with very different cultures and backgrounds, and in a very collegial manner, while benefitting from continuing in-house training that will ensure you will grow rapidly as a professional. Importantly, S&P Global Ratings supports social diversity, offers equal opportunities to all its employees, and strives to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Responsibilities Manage and maintain the rating surveillance on a portfolio of up to 14 credits in the European industries of Retail & Leisure Lead in the analysis of new ratings and surveil existing ratings, including analyzing ESG (Environment, Social & Governance) factors to the extent they affect credit quality Actively participate in publishing as the primary analyst on up to 14 credits and participate in investor outreach activities Lead Management meetings, interact with senior Management of the companies we rate and deliver high levels of service excellence to all stakeholders Be an analytical role model for colleagues and junior analysts and contribute to a culture of learning, coaching and feedback Contribute to problem solving and process improvement and innovation, helping to enhance processes and procedures What we’re looking for Bachelor’s degree holder of Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related subject Corporate credit analysis experience of at least 3 years within a rating agency, commercial or investment bank, investing institution/asset manager, or an audit company (big 4) Solid analytical skills with a deep understanding of financial statements analysis and accounting concepts, including strong financial modelling and excel skills Proficiency with calculations and the ability to maintain accuracy and be detail-oriented while complying with tight deadlines Experience in managing, interpreting, and synthesizing data for analytical purposes Understanding of and experience with legal corporate transactions and debt documentation Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Knowledge of either German, French or Spanish at business working level would be an advantage Any knowledge of the Retail and Leisure industries would be a plus Team player with excellent time management skills Diligent and intellectually curious, self-starter with a strong work ethic and a drive to succeed Adaptability and ability to accept and learn from feedback Return to Work Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace. Grade Level: Grade 11: (for Internal Purposes) The Location: Frankfurt, Paris, or Madrid S&P Global delivers essential intelligence that powers decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. As part of our team, you’ll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape. S&P Global Ratings offers critical insights for credit, risk and sustainable finance solutions that are essential to translating complexity into clarity, so market participants can uncover opportunities. S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (“the Policy”) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy’s requirements, candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy. ----------------------------------------------------------- Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [email protected] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law. ----------------------------------------------------------- 202 - Middle Professional (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), RATNGS202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group) Job ID: 275311 Posted On: 2022-07-19 Location: Paris, France