About the Role:

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The Team:

Credit Analytics is an integral part of the Global Ratings Services team, comprising a group of 1400 analysts spread across key financial hubs worldwide. Our culture thrives on collaboration and a global mindset, fostering an environment of inclusivity and continuous learning. We encourage our team members to challenge the status quo, embrace new perspectives, and drive transformative solutions.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director to co-lead our Credit Analytics team within Global Ratings Services. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on analytical expertise in structured finance, overseeing a team of 30-40 analysts while driving innovation through AI-enhanced analytical workflows. The successful candidate will serve as a key market liaison, foster talent development, and champion analytical excellence in our global ratings operations.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Co-lead a team of 30-40 analysts in Structured Finance, leveraging AI-human analytical workflows to deliver high-quality ratings and client engagement
• Drive analytical excellence and thought leadership in structured finance products, ensuring best-in-class ratings performance and market insights
• Serve as key liaison with issuers, investors, and intermediaries, maintaining transparent communication while ensuring compliance with established policies
• Foster talent development through enhanced employee engagement, career development programs, and strategic training initiatives aligned with organizational goals
• Partner with Lead Analysts and Sector Leads to coordinate market outreach initiatives and champion innovation and technological awareness within the team
• Promote a culture of service excellence and inclusivity, encouraging mentoring, cross-departmental exposure, and empowerment across the organization

Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $200,000 to $290,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

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, please click here.  

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, or related field with 10+ years of relevant work experience, preferably in structured finance or related asset classes
• Proven leadership track record with analytical excellence, independence, and objectivity in financial markets
• Deep understanding of debt markets and strong knowledge of S&P Global Ratings methodologies with relevant industry expertise
• Strong client and market knowledge with capability to attract, motivate, and lead analytical teams collaboratively
• Leadership skills with change management aptitude and ability to challenge viewpoints in dynamic environments
• Excellent operational management, communication, and time management skills with focus on strategy implementation and process improvements

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or postgraduate qualification in finance, business, or related field
• Prior experience specifically in structured finance products and methodologies
• Demonstrated success in fostering inclusive team environments and managing multicultural, global teams
• Track record of innovation implementation and technological adoption in analytical processes

Right to Work Requirements: 

For US candidates, this role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States. 

All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week.

We require all candidates who reach the final stage of our interview process to attend at least one in-person interview, which is ordinarily at your nearest S&P Global Ratings office. This must be completed before we can proceed to an offer.

About S&P Global Ratings
At S&P Global Ratings, our analyst-driven credit ratings, research, and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decis