Hybrid Director, Methodologies – Criteria Subject Matter Expert

at S&P Global

• Job title: Director, Methodologies – Criteria Subject Matter Expert
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Postgraduate Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Singapore

About the role

• Director driving analytical excellence and criteria development for Corporate, Infrastructure & Financial Services at S&P Global. Reporting to the Head and collaborating with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Systematically assess whether criteria remain fit for purpose by reviewing reports on ratings performance, calibration, timeliness of risks addressed, timeliness of data, emerging factors or market trends.
• Take an enterprise perspective by connecting criteria development to broader strategic goals and monitoring external trends to inform models and updates.
• Lead cross-functional teams to propose updates to criteria, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and stakeholder expectations.
• Propose updates to criteria as necessary, either via nonmaterial or material changes.
• Incorporate diverse perspectives from across functions and geographies to drive consensus and strategic alignment.
• Build and maintain relationships with key internal analytical stakeholders: Sector Leads, Analytical Managers, AOCC's, and relevant MSME's.
• Leverage your network at senior leadership levels to ensure buy-in and quality standards are met.
• Engage key stakeholders across different groups globally to ensure successful execution.
• Collaborate beyond your immediate area to unlock issues and agree on solutions, fostering a culture of trust and inclusivity.
• Assist practices with the application of criteria, constantly assess understanding levels, and provide or co-lead targeted criteria training as necessary.
• Address practice questions and stay on top of external criteria comments.
• Act as an escalation point and coach others on complex matters, empowering team members to maximize their performance.
• Identify and participate in thought leadership publications, including for sectors where we have no ratings outstanding.
• Stay on top of trends, risks and developments, including emerging risks and themes, climate, defi, cyber, supply chain, and AI.
• Use in-depth professional knowledge to monitor external trends and develop innovative, data-driven solutions with a long-term perspective.
• Proactively drive the efficient execution of assigned projects, establish project plans and timelines, including planning and estimating resources necessary for completion.
• Calibrate 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.
• Plan and manage competing priorities and resources, adapting as required to deliver on strategic initiatives.
• Conduct executive level presentations, including to the Criteria & Model Governance Committee and the Board of Managers.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, including interviews with examiners, where applicable.
• Adapt communication style to different audiences, ensuring complex information is conveyed clearly and persuasively.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in financial services
• Expertise in Corporate, Infrastructure and Project Finance Criteria and Models is highly preferred.
• Very strong relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate and influence across diverse stakeholder groups at all levels, including senior analytical leaders.
• Capability to understand market needs and to balance analytical excellence with feasibility of implementation and application
• Outstanding project and organization management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Problem solving and logical thinking
• Exceptional skills in presenting complex ideas to executive-level audiences, including the Criteria & Model Governance Committee and the Board of Managers.
• Willing to challenge the status quo and think creatively – the capacity to challenge views, processes, and behaviors, especially in complex areas
• Demonstrated ability to connect operational activities to the wider vision, monitor external trends, and leverage networks for strategic alignment.
• Experience in collaborating across functions and geographies, coaching others, and driving consensus to achieve sustainable, innovative solutions.
• Strong emotional intelligence, adaptability, and communication skills, with a focus on building trust and fostering inclusivity.

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.