Research Assistant

S&P Global is a leading provider of credit ratings and analytics, and they are seeking a Research Assistant to join their Corporate Ratings team. The role involves supporting the team's surveillance and rating activities through financial analysis and model building, contributing to the integrity and transparency of credit research.

Responsibilities

• Support surveillance of a portfolio of rated corporate issuers through financial statement analysis, forecasting, and industry research
• Build and maintain financial models used for committee reviews and ratings analysis
• Draft written materials for internal committee use and external publications, synthesizing analysis into clear, well-supported conclusions
• Identify and flag issues in financial analysis and credit assessments with strong attention to detail
• Collaborate with team members to achieve common goals and contribute to team initiatives
• Take initiative to provide support to team and seek ways to work with others outside of given tasks

Skills

• An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 0–1 years of relevant experience in corporate credit analysis, investment banking, accounting, or related finance roles
• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a quantitative discipline
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong financial statement analysis skills and understanding of accounting principles
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing CFA certification or similar professional credentials
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
• Ability to understand team's broader goals and how individual work contributes to overall objectives
• All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week
• We require all candidates who reach the final stage of our interview process to attend at least one in-person interview, which is ordinarily at your nearest S&P Global Ratings office. This must be completed before we can proceed to an offer
• Prior internship or work experience in credit research, corporate finance, or related analytical roles
• Familiarity with sector dynamics and industry research methodologies
• Experience working collaboratively in team environments
• Demonstrated ability to assess urgency in tasks and manage multiple priorities

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.

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