Sector Lead – EMEA Financial Services, Financial Institutions

S&P Global

. Serve as the primary analytical spokesperson and counterpart for the Continental European financial institutions ecosystem .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeFrankfurt • GermanySeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in credit analysis and financial research, with a strong ability to translate complex financial developments into actionable insights. Proven leadership in mentoring analytical teams and delivering high-profile presentations in the financial services sector.

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Credit AnalysisFinancial ResearchAnalytical LeadershipAI-Enabled Analytical ToolsFluent English

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Hard Skills

Data-Driven Research MethodologiesSector ExpertiseCredit JudgmentAnalytical Priorities DefinitionPresentation Skills

Soft Skills

CoachingMentoringStakeholder EngagementClear CommunicationCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

CFAMaster's Degree

Industry Keywords

BankingNon-Bank FinancialsDecentralized FinanceNeobanksSystemic Risk

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary analytical spokesperson and counterpart for the Continental European financial institutions ecosystem
Deliver high-profile presentations on banking, non-bank financials, decentralized finance, and neobanks
Lead research on European banking trends and systemic risk
Chair the regional Analytical Oversight Credit Committee
Define strategic portfolio reviews and annual analytical priorities
Coach and mentor analysts
Collaborate across sectors, regions, and asset classes to share best practices and promote global analytical consistency
Lead forward-looking sector analysis using data, advanced analytics, and AI-enabled tools
Translate sector and issuer developments into decision-ready insights for internal and external audiences
Represent S&P Global Ratings in stakeholder engagements
Partner with Methodology teams and participate in global forums
Connect sector developments to forward-looking risk themes and produce insights for monitoring, research, and rating committee discussions

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of relevant experience in credit analysis, financial research, or analytical leadership in financial services
Ability to translate complex financial and market developments into concise, evidence-based narratives
Ability to engage investors, regulators, and management teams on complex analytical topics with clarity and rigor
Experience coaching and mentoring analytical teams
Track record of building sector expertise, credit judgment, and modern analytical capabilities
Fluent English required
Fluent primary language of the country of application (German, French, Italian, Spanish, or Swedish) required
Experience with AI-enabled analytical tools and data-driven research methodologies in credit analysis or financial research is preferred/helpful
Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
Master's degree or professional certification such as CFA highly valued

Benefits

Comp & perks

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