Associate

The Role: Associate, Sovereign and International Public Finance Location: Toronto, CAN As an Associate, the successful candidate will assume the role of primary analyst on a diverse credit list that will include various Canadian public sector entities and sovereigns. You will meet regularly with issuers and investors on analytical matters, assist in resolving client needs, contribute to media requests in conjunction with senior members of the team, and take the lead on external meetings related to your credit list. The successful candidate will also publish timely and insightful credit reports and, over time, thought leadership pieces. You will also be an important contributor to our internal committee discussions, and a strong representative for the organization when interacting with government officials, investors, intermediaries, and the media. The Impact: At S&P Global Ratings, your analytical opinion truly matters and each person who works here has an essential role in S&P Global Ratings reputation of integrity, transparency, and ratings excellence. As analyst, you will have a very important role participating on various asset classes discussions, applying our methodologies, as well as ongoing access to the most senior analysts and sector leads inside and outside Canada. Your analytical work will contribute to bringing ongoing transparency and comparability to the financial markets and helps investors and others measure and manage credit risk. The Team/The Business: The Sovereign and International Public Finance team has a strong collegial environment and friendly atmosphere; as a new analyst, you would be regularly assigned to work with senior analysts to improve your knowledge and understanding of our various methodologies and standard operating procedures. A lot of the work is completed independently, but every rating involves a team of analysts, so teamwork is very important. What’s in it for you: As an Associate, you are working as part of the Financial Services and Governments group within S&P Global Ratings. With ongoing interaction with senior analysts, an Associate maintains direct analytical responsibility for a portfolio of rated entities. These responsibilities include ongoing surveillance and rating recommendations, maintaining analytical contact with rated entities’ senior management, and presenting analytical opinions to internal and external constituencies. We train Associates to one day become our future senior analysts who act as spokespersons and senior analytical leaders. Requirments: Bachelor or Master’s degree in Economics or Business (or CFA designation) More than 3+ years working in a public sector or financial industry setting. Strong analytical skills, with a deep understanding of financial statements and accounting concepts, as well economic concepts. Ability to quickly absorb, analyze, and act upon information, while demonstrating strong proficiency with figures and the ability to maintain accuracy and be detail oriented while complying with deadlines. Solid communication skills, verbal and written. Fluency in French is a plus, but not mandatory. Highly organized with the ability to multitask and work under time pressure. Willingness to travel, both domestically and internationally. Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only): S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,700 to $170,400. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, visit https://www.spgbenefitessentials.com/newhires. About Company Statement: 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. ----------------------------------------------------------- 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: 279078 Posted On: 2022-12-14 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada