ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, CORPORATE RATINGS

About the Role.
Grade Level (for internal use).
12 Associate Director Corporate Ratings (S&P Global Ratings) The Role.
Associate Director Corporate Ratings Grade.
(for internal purpose) 12 The Location.
Sao Paulo The Team.
You will report to the Analytical Manager of the team and be working closely with the team’s Lead Analysts.
As important as the pure professional background is the personal and cultural fit.
Our culture can be described as in favor of social diversity and collegial.
As a firm, we work supporting each other to deliver the best solutions to clients.
The Impact.
At S&P Global Ratings your analytical opinion truly matters and each person who works here has an essential role in our reputation of integrity, transparency, and ratings excellence.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to pursue analytical excellence on an ongoing basis as we aim to encompass achievement within a working environment that is rewarding, stimulating and where there is a constant focus on building skills and competencies through learning.
In addition, we foster an environment which stimulates continuous improvement and innovation, and the highest customer service standards whilst adhering to established methodologies, policies and procedures.
As an Associate Director you will be responsible for the analysis of a portfolio of corporate entities.
You will also be responsible to produce and process data, information and financial projections.
You will be responsible for reviewing, researching and managing transaction documents, analyzing cash flows, and preparing analytical documentation.
You will be expected to provide analytical reasoning to senior team members and in discussions within the team, and to act proactively toward resolution of issues, to investigate root causes for problems, solving and be knowledgeable on the appropriate criteria.
You will develop and maintain a deep understanding of the industry trends and issues.
English language skills must be excellent in order to communicate properly and precisely within the organization and publish research as discussed above.
Spanish language skills will be a plus.
What’s in it for you.
This position will give the successful candidate the opportunity to embrace an intellectually-challenging job in an international working environment.
Responsibilities.
You will primarily.
Manage and maintain rating surveillance on a portfolio of up to 15 credits, primarily in Brazil but potentially in other South American countries Lead new transactions and issuer rating analysis Actively participate in publishing and investor outreach activities Lead meetings, interact with senior management, maintain strong issuer relationships, and deliver high levels of service excellence with all stakeholders Be an analytical role model for colleagues and junior analysts and contribute to a culture of coaching and feedback Contribute to problem solving and process improvement and innovation, helping to enhance processes and procedures Basic Qualifications.
Bachelor’s degree holder of Accounting, Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or a related subject.
Corporate credit analysis work experience of at least 5-7 years within a rating agency, commercial or investment bank, investing institution/asset manager, or an audit company (Big 4).
Bilingual English communication skills is essential written and verbal Spanish knowledge desirable Solid analytical skills with a deep understanding of financial statement analysis and accounting concepts, including strong financial modelling and excel skills.
Understanding of and experience with legal transaction and debt documentation.
Proficiency with calculations and the ability to maintain accuracy and be detail oriented while complying with strict and tight deadlines.
Experience in managing, interpreting, and synthesizing data for analytical purposes.
Team player with excellent time management skills.
Diligent and intellectually curious, self-starter with a strong work ethic and a drive to succeed.
Adaptability and ability to accept and learn from feedback.
Please apply with your English CV.
Recruiting process will be in English 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.
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om/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 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.
om/benefit-summaries Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global.
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets.
Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work.
It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
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.
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Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
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and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
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----------------------------------------------------------- 202 - Middle Professional (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), RATNGS - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group) S&P Global delivers essential intelligence that powers decision making.
We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead.
As part of our team, you’ll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape.