Associate Director - Esoteric ABS Structured Finance Ratings
S&P Global, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Associate Director - Esoteric ABS Structured Finance Ratings
S&P Global Ratings is seeking an Associate Director to join its Structured Finance practice, which provides credit ratings and opinions for securitizations backed by a wide variety of nontraditional assets. In this role, the Associate Director will be responsible for end?to?end rating process, research, cash flow, credit, and structural analytics, and client?facing activities for new issue ratings and surveillance of Non?traditional ABS transactions. 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. Provide comments to external parties. 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.
Basic Qualifications
Undergraduate or Graduate degree. A masters 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 asset 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of cash flow modelling and programming languages (e.g., C++, MATLAB, Python, R or VBA). Strong Excel skills. Proven research, verbal, and written communication skills.
Compensation
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $103,800 to $175,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individuals geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. Locations
New York, NY | Chicago, IL | Englewood, CO | Toronto, Canada Right to Work Requirements
This role is limited to persons with an indefinite right to work in the United States. Employment Requirements
All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week. 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. 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: Its 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 awardssmall perks can make a big difference.
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S&P Global Ratings is seeking an Associate Director to join its Structured Finance practice, which provides credit ratings and opinions for securitizations backed by a wide variety of nontraditional assets. In this role, the Associate Director will be responsible for end?to?end rating process, research, cash flow, credit, and structural analytics, and client?facing activities for new issue ratings and surveillance of Non?traditional ABS transactions. 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. Provide comments to external parties. 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.
Basic Qualifications
Undergraduate or Graduate degree. A masters 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 asset 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of cash flow modelling and programming languages (e.g., C++, MATLAB, Python, R or VBA). Strong Excel skills. Proven research, verbal, and written communication skills.
Compensation
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $103,800 to $175,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individuals geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. Locations
New York, NY | Chicago, IL | Englewood, CO | Toronto, Canada Right to Work Requirements
This role is limited to persons with an indefinite right to work in the United States. Employment Requirements
All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week. 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. 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: Its 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 awardssmall perks can make a big difference.
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