Associate Director, Financial Institutions

S&P Global Ratings

Base: $120,000 - $192,000 usd; base: cad 110,000 -...
2 day onsite
6+ years experience in credit research or banking
Bachelor's degree in finance or economics
Strong financial statement analysis skills
S&P Global Ratings is seeking an Associate Director for its Financial Institutions team, focusing on credit ratings for banks and financial entities in North America. The ideal candidate should have at least six years of relevant experience, strong analytical and client management skills, and a profound understanding of financial markets

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading all aspects of the Credit Ratings process including quantitative analytics, client meetings, and publishing issuer ratings.
  • Candidates will manage a portfolio of 10-12 bank credits while conducting detailed research on complex industry topics like capital frameworks and liquidity risk.
  • S&P Global Ratings offers a culture that values analytical rigor, strategic thinking, and professional development within a globally distributed team.

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S&P Global Ratings is seeking an Associate Director for its Financial Institutions team, focusing on credit ratings for banks and financial entities in North America. The ideal candidate should have at least six years of relevant experience, strong analytical and client management skills, and a profound understanding of financial markets.

Salary

Base: $120,000 - $192,000 USD; Base: CAD 110,000 - CAD 163,000; Bonus/Equity: Annual incentive plan eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 6+ years experience in Credit Research or Banking
  • Bachelor's degree in finance or economics
  • Strong financial statement analysis skills
  • Solid understanding of fixed income markets
  • Advanced Excel and database application skills

Nice-to-have

  • CFA or FRM certification preferred
  • Coding experience is a plus
  • Experience managing resources autonomously
  • Collaborative global environment
  • Strategic thinking capabilities

Key Requirements

  • 6+ years of experience in Research, Banking, Risk Management, or Underwriting
  • Bachelor's degree required in finance, economics, accounting, or business
  • Authorization to work in the country where the position is located
  • No sponsorship provided for work authorization

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located

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