Jobs NYC

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

14

The Team:

The S&G Global Methodologies team is responsible for the development of the analytical frameworks used by rating analysts around the world. Our team of CSMEs and modeling experts partner with ratings practice leadership to drive analytical excellence in criteria for the Structured Finance (SF) practice.

The Impact:

The Managing Director – Criteria SME will report to the Global Head of Structured Finance Methodologies and will be part of a team that is responsible for delivering the strategic direction and development of criteria. The role is responsible for driving the execution of methodologies that enhance analytical excellence, strengthen transparency and enhance operational efficiency for rating analysts around the globe. Our goal is to provide the best-in-class criteria and model framework, and to be recognized as such by internal and external stakeholders. The individual will have the opportunity to work on all asset classes within SF, as well as cross-practice projects.

What’s in it for you:

• Opportunity to partner with senior analytical leaders across the company on complex analytical topics

• Chance to lead cross functional teams to promote best practices and deliver on strategic initiatives

• Global exposure to a wide range of asset classes

Responsibilities:

Owning and delivering a simplified and streamlined portfolio of criteria for the SF Methodology team that meets the goals of the practices.

Advisory / Sector Expertise

• Build and maintain relationships with key internal analytical stakeholders, AM's (Analytical Team Manager's), AOCC's (Analytical Oversight & Consistency Council), and relevant MSME's (Subject Matter Experts)

• Stay on top of sector trends and developments, including emerging risks and themes, climate, defi, cyber and supply chain

• Assist the practice with the application of the criteria, constantly assess understanding levels and provide or co-lead targeted criteria training as necessary.

• Identify and participate in thought leadership publications, including for sectors where we have no ratings outstanding

• Address practice questions and stay on top of external criteria comments

Criteria Stewardship

• Systematically assess whether the criteria remain fit for purpose by reviewing reports on ratings performance, calibration, timeliness of risks addressed, timeliness of data, emerging factors or market trends.

• Assess levels of criteria complexity, prescriptiveness and transparency, relative to the needs of the asset class.

• Understand any significant analytical and operational issues that committees are facing in applying the criteria, specifically including model/UI/data/app architecture

• Propose updates to the criteria as necessary either via nonmaterial or material changes.

Criteria Development

• Proactively drive the efficient execution of assigned projects, establish project plans and timelines, including planning and estimating resources necessary for completion of projects

• Engaging key stakeholders across different groups globally to ensure successful execution.

• Calibrate the criteria to support consistency of ratings and credit stability

• Ensure model architecture and operational implications are carefully thought through and coordinated, to allow the business to conduct high quality analytics in an efficient and effective manner.

• Conducting executive level presentations including to the Criteria & Model Governance Committee and the Board of Managers

• Maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements, including interviews with examiners, where applicable

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 $175,000 to $275,000. 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.

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Qualifications

• A minimum of 12+ years of related experience in the financial services industry

• Graduate degree in Business, Finance, Financial Engineering or related field

• Previous experience with credit criteria, underwriting standards, guidelines and protocols for the issuance of credit, including familiarity with methodologies and approaches used by credit rating agencies

• Very strong relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate and influence across diverse stakeholder groups at all levels, including senior analytical leaders

• Structured Finance sector expertise

• An in-depth understanding of our Structured Finance Criteria and Models

• Capability to understand market needs and to balance analytical excellence with feasibility of implementation and application

• Outstanding project and organization management skills

• Problem solving and logical thinking

• Willing to challenge the status quo and think creatively – the capacity to challenge views, processes, and behaviors, especially in complex areas

• Exceptional executive presentation skills

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive current knowledge of S&P ratings processes and systems; understanding of regulatory requirements to enable appropriate assessment of parameters and provide guidance, especially in complex areas. Working knowledge of the procedures and methodologies used for determining credit ratings, including qualitative and quantitative models

• A subject matter expertise within the CLO asset class, credits, structures, ratings models & methodologies is a decisive asset

• Experience working in a complex global, multi-cultural organization

For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, visit https://www.spgbenefitessentials.com/newhires .

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 decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high-quality independent opinions on creditworthiness, we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations, including businesses, governments, and institutions.

S&P Global Ratings is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/ratings

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Inclusive Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (“the Policy”) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy’s requirements, candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:  EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com  and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. 

US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf   describes discrimination protections under federal law. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf

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Job ID: 313461

Posted On: 2025-03-22

Location: New York, New York, United States