Director - Esoteric ABS Structured Finance Ratings
S&P Global, Englewood, CO, United States
About The Role
Grade Level: 13
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.
Impact and Responsibilities 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.
Lead and actively contribute to training and outreach efforts, including timely commentaries, podcasts, and webinars.
All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week.
Compensation (U.S.) Base salary range: $180,000 to $248,000 USD. Final salary will depend on geographic location, experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.
Compensation (Canadian) Base salary range: 190,000 CAD to 239,000 CAD. Final compensation is based on performance, geographic location, experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. S&P Global will not be utilizing artificial intelligence in our hiring process.
Right to Work Requirements This role is limited to persons with an indefinite right to work in the United States or in Canada.
What We're Looking For Basic Required Qualifications
7+ years of relevant experience within Structured Finance Ratings, experience working with Esoteric ABS or novel asset classes, and legal ratings experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field; CFA preferred.
Strong proficiency with Excel, financial models, and financial data.
Ability to analyze and solve non-routine problems creatively.
Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines under time pressure.
Analytical independence and objectivity.
Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.
Self‑starter with strong work ethic and commitment to continuous learning.
Final‑stage interview requires an in‑person interview at the 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 or evolving market conditions.
Track record of building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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.
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.
Impact and Responsibilities 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.
Lead and actively contribute to training and outreach efforts, including timely commentaries, podcasts, and webinars.
All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week.
Compensation (U.S.) Base salary range: $180,000 to $248,000 USD. Final salary will depend on geographic location, experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.
Compensation (Canadian) Base salary range: 190,000 CAD to 239,000 CAD. Final compensation is based on performance, geographic location, experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications. S&P Global will not be utilizing artificial intelligence in our hiring process.
Right to Work Requirements This role is limited to persons with an indefinite right to work in the United States or in Canada.
What We're Looking For Basic Required Qualifications
7+ years of relevant experience within Structured Finance Ratings, experience working with Esoteric ABS or novel asset classes, and legal ratings experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or related field; CFA preferred.
Strong proficiency with Excel, financial models, and financial data.
Ability to analyze and solve non-routine problems creatively.
Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines under time pressure.
Analytical independence and objectivity.
Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.
Self‑starter with strong work ethic and commitment to continuous learning.
Final‑stage interview requires an in‑person interview at the 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 or evolving market conditions.
Track record of building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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.
Location New York, New York, United States
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