Senior Analyst – Financial Institutions Ratings

S&P Global

. Lead the full credit ratings process for assigned financial institutions, including quantitative analysis, issuer engagement, committee preparation, and rating publication .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $92,000 - $153,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in credit analysis, financial statement evaluation, and risk management, with a strong understanding of fixed income and debt capital markets. Proficient in guiding junior colleagues and improving analytical processes within established frameworks.

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Credit AnalysisFinancial Statement EvaluationRisk ManagementFRM DesignationMicrosoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Quantitative AnalysisFundamental Credit AnalysisOperational Risk AssessmentLiquidity Risk AssessmentFinancial AnalysisData ProcessingAnalytical JudgmentPeer ComparisonsIssuer EngagementCommittee Preparation

Soft Skills

Analytical Knowledge SharingTeam CollaborationCommunication SkillsMentoring

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

FRM Designation

Industry Keywords

Credit RatingsDebt Capital MarketsSecurities DisclosureBankingEquity Research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the full credit ratings process for assigned financial institutions, including quantitative analysis, issuer engagement, committee preparation, and rating publication
Manage ongoing surveillance for an assigned portfolio
Conduct fundamental credit analysis and identify developments affecting creditworthiness
Research capital frameworks, operational risk, and liquidity risk
Contribute to credit insights, peer comparisons, and industry commentaries
Analyze complex or less clearly defined credit issues and recommend appropriate approaches
Engage with issuers and internal partners to gather information and communicate analytical views
Share analytical knowledge and guide junior colleagues

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of relevant experience in credit or equity research, banking, risk management, underwriting, or a related analytical field
Ability to analyze financial statements, apply accounting concepts, and conduct fundamental credit analysis of financial institutions
Understanding of fixed income and debt capital markets and their application to credit analysis or research
Ability to evaluate complex information and exercise sound analytical judgment within established frameworks
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Fluent English
Bachelor's degree or equivalent required
FRM designation or equivalent risk management certification preferred/helpful
Experience contributing to analytical projects or team initiatives
Experience providing guidance or sharing technical knowledge with junior colleagues
Experience using coding or programming tools for financial analysis or data processing
Demonstrated interest in improving analytical processes, quality, or efficiency
Compliance with S&P Global's Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive plan eligibility
Health care coverage
Generous time off
Continuous learning resources
Retirement planning
Continuing education program with company-matched student loan contribution
Financial wellness programs
Family benefits and perks
Retail discounts
Referral incentive awards