Ratings Analyst – Sovereign & International Public Finance Ratings at S&P Global

Where: England - Greater London

Deadline: August 31, 2019

Type: Graduate

About the Company:

Main business: : Finance (incl. accountancy, insurance, pensions and fundraising)

At S&P Global, we don’t give you intelligence - we give you Essential Intelligence. The essential intelligence you need to make decisions with conviction. We’re the world’s foremost provider of ratings, benchmarks and analytics in the global capital and commodity markets.

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our Sovereign and International Public Finance (SovIPF) Ratings group at the Ratings Analyst level for 12 months. The team based in London cover Sovereigns, Multilateral Institutions, Local Governments, and Public Sector Enterprises, such Housing Associations, Universities, Healthcare Sector.

The Impact:

The successful candidate will support the SovIPF Ratings team on a wide range of analytical tasks, including preparation of annual review materials; perform testing proposed methodology and other quantitative tasks. He/she is also expected to make contribute to the group’s research and other publishing efforts, including cooperation with other groups within S&P Global ratings.

What’s in it for you:

  • A diverse mix of analytical challenges;
  • Work on exciting projects related to criteria development;
  • Cooperation with analysts across the global;
  • Opportunities to acquire and develop new skills.

Requirements:

Basic Qualifications:

  • Strong skills in comparative economic and financial analysis of in the governments and public sector, in particular Central and Local governments, Housing Associations, Universities, Healthcare Sector, and in financial markets in general.
  • Strong analytical mindset with proven ability to carry out economic and financial analysis in a cross-disciplinary context, and knowledge of public sector accounting principles.
  • Sound judgement and organisational skills.
  • Good writing, communication, and presentation skills in English.
  • An advanced academic degree in economics or related fields such as business administration, finance or political science.
  • Strong and professional interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • One to two years of work experience in economic or public finance analysis, or a related field of analysis.
  • CFA charter or other professional qualifications are not required but would be highly preferred.

How to Apply:

For more information and to apply please visit Career Connect and search Reference ID 'DM2KG'