Associate Director – Corporate Ratings

S&P Global

. Own end-to-end credit analysis for an assigned portfolio of corporate issuers .

Posted 10/31/2026full-timeSão Paulo • BrazilSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in corporate credit analysis, with a strong ability to connect market developments to credit risk themes. Proven skills in coaching junior analysts and producing high-quality, timely documentation for senior stakeholders.

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Corporate Credit AnalysisFinancial Analysis SkillsCoaching Junior AnalystsEffective Communication SkillsGenerative AI Tools

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Hard Skills

Credit AnalysisFinancial AnalysisAnalytical PlaybooksRisk ManagementData TranslationMarket AnalysisDocumentation StandardsQuality AssuranceEmerging Risk IdentificationAutomation Practices

Soft Skills

CoachingMentoringCollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Generative AI Tools

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesCredit RiskMarket DevelopmentsGovernance RequirementsSecurities Disclosure Policy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own end-to-end credit analysis for an assigned portfolio of corporate issuers
Serve as the senior analytical and coaching presence for junior colleagues
Coordinate portfolio work and proactively manage capacity and quality risks
Drive continuous improvement through analytical playbooks and standard processes
Execute credit analysis to high standards of quality, timeliness, and clarity
Lead surveillance and analytical updates connecting issuer performance and market developments to forward-looking risk themes
Validate and document analytical assumptions
Use approved generative AI tools for research, drafting, and peer comparisons while remaining accountable for outputs
Translate complex data and research into market-facing narratives for issuers, investors, and senior market participants
Contribute to thought leadership and market-facing content
Maintain adherence to methodology, confidentiality, and governance requirements
Escalate emerging risks promptly
Embed responsible AI practices and support monitored automation

Requirements

What you’ll need

5–10 years of relevant experience in corporate credit analysis or a related financial services field
Proven credit and financial analysis skills
Strong understanding of the financial services environment
Ability to connect market and sector developments to emerging credit risk themes
Effective written and verbal communication skills for committee-ready documentation and senior-level engagement
Proven experience coaching or mentoring junior analysts
Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
Employees are required to work from the office a minimum of two days per week
Final-stage candidates must attend at least one in-person interview at the nearest S&P Global Ratings office
Compliance with S&P Global's Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health care coverage designed for the mind and body
Generous time off
Continuous learning and career development resources
Competitive pay
Retirement planning
Continuing education program
Company-matched student loan contribution
Financial wellness programs
Family-friendly benefits and perks
Retail discounts
Referral incentive awards