Director - Esoteric ABS Structured Finance Ratings
S&P Global, New York, NY, United States
About the Role/The Team:
The Esoteric ABS team within the Structured Finance practice provides credit ratings and opinions for securitizations backed by a wide variety of nontraditional assets. In this role, the Director will be responsible for leading and owning the end‑to‑end rating process, demonstrating strategic perspective and leadership in research, cash flow, credit, and structural analytics, as well as client‑facing activities for new issue ratings and surveillance of Esoteric ABS transactions. The Director is expected to set a high standard for collaboration, adaptability, and innovation within the team.
What’s in it for you: This is a great opportunity to build a career in finance markets with one of the leading providers of financial market intelligence. We are looking for an individual with a dynamic and proactive personality who has an analytical mindset and is always thinking outside the box. The opportunity to develop and demonstrate advanced leadership skills, drive creative solutions to complex problems, and influence both internal and external stakeholders. In return, you will further enhance your skill sets and sharpen your profile as part of a globally leading organization in fundamental credit research.
Impact and Responsibilities Impact:
The Director is responsible for developing leading analytical research and ratings, meeting with issuers and investors on analytical matters, coaching and mentoring junior team members, resolving client needs, and taking a lead role in external meetings and communications related to rated debt issuers. This includes providing direction, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, and ensuring that all team members are empowered to contribute to the division’s success.
Lead and complete the end‑to‑end ratings process for new issue and surveillance transactions, ensuring effective time management and prioritization of competing demands.
Understand and perform cash flow analysis, synthesize results, and present findings in a timely manner in committees for esoteric assets, including triple‑net, data centers, whole business, transportation ABS, and private equity.
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.
Demonstrate adaptability and sound decision‑making when navigating complex or ambiguous situations.
Actively manage relationships with internal and external clients, demonstrating emotional intelligence and strong communication skills to build trust and alignment.
Support the team by training analysts, attending conferences, engaging and leading outreach activities. Demonstrate strong knowledge of ratings criteria and cash flow analysis and be able to handle clients’ analytical questions.
Leading and actively contributing to training & outreach efforts, including the completion of timely commentaries, podcasts, and webinars.
All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week.
Compensation & Benefits Compensation/Benefits Information (U.S. candidates):
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $180,000 to $248,000 USD. The final base salary will depend on geographic location, experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.
Compensation/Benefits Information (Canadian candidates):
The anticipated range is 190,000 CAD to 239,000 CAD. Final compensation will be based on the individual’s performance, geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.
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: S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with best‑in‑class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
Basic Required Qualifications
7+ years of relevant experience in Structured Finance Ratings and experience working with Esoteric ABS or novel asset classes with legal ratings experience.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Bachelor’s in business, Finance, Economics, a related field or CFA preferred.
Strong proficiency with Excel, financial models and financial data.
Ability to analyze and solve non‑routine problems in a timely and insightful manner.
Ability to multi‑task and manage deadlines under time pressure.
Ability to demonstrate analytical independence and objectivity.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a collaborative team and across stakeholder groups.
Diligent and intellectually curious self‑starter with a strong work ethic and a drive to succeed with a commitment to continuous learning.
Requirement: Final stage interview requires at least one in‑person interview at a nearest S&P Global Ratings office.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or CFA designation.
Experience with cash flow modeling and financial market analysis.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
Project management skills.
Experience adapting to regulatory changes.
Track record of building effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Right to Work Requirements Persons with an indefinite right to work in the United States or in Canada.
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.
Job ID:
326925
Posted On:
2026-04-12
Location:
New York, New York, United States
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The Esoteric ABS team within the Structured Finance practice provides credit ratings and opinions for securitizations backed by a wide variety of nontraditional assets. In this role, the Director will be responsible for leading and owning the end‑to‑end rating process, demonstrating strategic perspective and leadership in research, cash flow, credit, and structural analytics, as well as client‑facing activities for new issue ratings and surveillance of Esoteric ABS transactions. The Director is expected to set a high standard for collaboration, adaptability, and innovation within the team.
What’s in it for you: This is a great opportunity to build a career in finance markets with one of the leading providers of financial market intelligence. We are looking for an individual with a dynamic and proactive personality who has an analytical mindset and is always thinking outside the box. The opportunity to develop and demonstrate advanced leadership skills, drive creative solutions to complex problems, and influence both internal and external stakeholders. In return, you will further enhance your skill sets and sharpen your profile as part of a globally leading organization in fundamental credit research.
Impact and Responsibilities Impact:
The Director is responsible for developing leading analytical research and ratings, meeting with issuers and investors on analytical matters, coaching and mentoring junior team members, resolving client needs, and taking a lead role in external meetings and communications related to rated debt issuers. This includes providing direction, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, and ensuring that all team members are empowered to contribute to the division’s success.
Lead and complete the end‑to‑end ratings process for new issue and surveillance transactions, ensuring effective time management and prioritization of competing demands.
Understand and perform cash flow analysis, synthesize results, and present findings in a timely manner in committees for esoteric assets, including triple‑net, data centers, whole business, transportation ABS, and private equity.
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.
Demonstrate adaptability and sound decision‑making when navigating complex or ambiguous situations.
Actively manage relationships with internal and external clients, demonstrating emotional intelligence and strong communication skills to build trust and alignment.
Support the team by training analysts, attending conferences, engaging and leading outreach activities. Demonstrate strong knowledge of ratings criteria and cash flow analysis and be able to handle clients’ analytical questions.
Leading and actively contributing to training & outreach efforts, including the completion of timely commentaries, podcasts, and webinars.
All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week.
Compensation & Benefits Compensation/Benefits Information (U.S. candidates):
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $180,000 to $248,000 USD. The final base salary will depend on geographic location, experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.
Compensation/Benefits Information (Canadian candidates):
The anticipated range is 190,000 CAD to 239,000 CAD. Final compensation will be based on the individual’s performance, geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.
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: S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with best‑in‑class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
Basic Required Qualifications
7+ years of relevant experience in Structured Finance Ratings and experience working with Esoteric ABS or novel asset classes with legal ratings experience.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Bachelor’s in business, Finance, Economics, a related field or CFA preferred.
Strong proficiency with Excel, financial models and financial data.
Ability to analyze and solve non‑routine problems in a timely and insightful manner.
Ability to multi‑task and manage deadlines under time pressure.
Ability to demonstrate analytical independence and objectivity.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a collaborative team and across stakeholder groups.
Diligent and intellectually curious self‑starter with a strong work ethic and a drive to succeed with a commitment to continuous learning.
Requirement: Final stage interview requires at least one in‑person interview at a nearest S&P Global Ratings office.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or CFA designation.
Experience with cash flow modeling and financial market analysis.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.
Project management skills.
Experience adapting to regulatory changes.
Track record of building effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Right to Work Requirements Persons with an indefinite right to work in the United States or in Canada.
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.
Job ID:
326925
Posted On:
2026-04-12
Location:
New York, New York, United States
#J-18808-Ljbffr