Associate Director responsible for structured finance ratings at S&P Global Ratings. Engaging in quantitative analysis and client-facing activities in a collaborative team environment.
Responsibilities
Complete the end-to-end ratings process for new issue and surveillance transactions.
Perform cash flow analysis, synthesize results, and present findings in a timely manner in committees for non-traditional assets, including transportation ABS, private equity, triple NNN, data centers, time-share, whole business.
Analyze credit, cash flow, and performance characteristics of collateral pools.
Review third-party model output and reconcile with cash flow results from internal models.
Review legal and operating documents to ensure consistency with criteria and identify issues with the transaction structure.
Actively manage relationships with internal and external clients.
Demonstrate strong knowledge of ratings criteria and cash flow analysis and be able to handle clients’ analytical questions.
Actively contribute to our training and outreach efforts, including the completion of timely commentaries, podcasts, and webinars.
Requirements
Undergraduate or Graduate degree.
A master’s degree in financial engineering is a decisive asset.
At minimum of five (5) or more years of relevant work experience, preferably within a Structured Finance Ratings capacity, prior work experience working with Esoteric ABS or novel assets classes and prior legal ratings experience is a plus.
Strong proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Experience with cash flow modelling for non-traditional assets
Understanding of financial markets
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Excellent research skills
Ability to analyze and solve non-routine problems with ingenuity in a timely and insightful manner
Project management skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and tight deadlines under time pressure
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a collaborative team
Diligent and intellectually curious self-starter with a strong work ethic and a drive to succeed.
Benefits
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.
Job title
Associate Director – Esoteric ABS Structured Finance Ratings
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