Associate Director - London, United Kingdom - eFinancialCareers

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

The Role:
Associate Director, Review & Validation

Grade (relevant for internal applicants only):12

Location:
New York, NY; London, UK

Team

The Review & Validation team has global responsibility for the review and validation of all S&P Global Ratings' methodologies, including models and criteria.

S&P Global Ratings' methodologies contain all our key analytical principles and assumptions.

They providethe framework for all of our published credit ratings and analyses and, as such, represent our most significant intellectual property.

What's in it for you:

Work in a dynamic environment in a team that has global, crosssector responsibilities.
Opportunity to work in a collegial culture with good potential for professional development and career growth.
Personal initiative, independence, strong time management skills, and an inquisitive mindset are emphasized, providing the perfect environment for highly motivated individuals.

Responsibilities

For Ratings Criteria:

Conduct validation and review activities by utilizing various statistical/quantitative analyses in the evaluation of ratings and ratings criteria performance, including (as relevant) backtesting and stress testing to verify the soundness of the assumptionsand calibration with established benchmarks and ratings definitions.
Produce reports and present and defend conclusions and any findings to relevant bodies.

For Models:

Test and validate quantitative financial models and engines.
Interact with quantitative staff to gather model related information and clarify model related questions.
Interact with business unit staff to gather model related information and clarify model related questions.
Contribute to the continuing research and development of new tools, and to the wider continuing development of the review & validation function.
Display wellrounded communication skills that implement good listening techniques, clear and concise writing style, as well as strong verbal skills.
Manage multiple tasks and adhere to regular deadlines.

What We're Looking For

Basic Qualifications:

Advanced degree (or equivalent) in Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Quantitative/Mathematical Finance, Data Science or other relevant program.
3+ years of fulltime relevant work experience in debt/capital markets, credit analysis/research, quantitative finance, model development or validation.
Good quantitative skills in the areas of structured finance, credit derivatives, default and recovery modeling and credit risk management.
Good programming skills in SAS, MATLAB, C++, R or Python. Strong proficiency with Excel & VBA.
Wellrounded communication skills that implement strong listening techniques, clear, concise writing style, and strong verbal skills.
Works well in a team environment, focusing on collaboration and adapting to the demands of a diverse team.
Adept at managing multiple tasks and adhering to regular deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

MBA or another relevant postgraduate degree is a plus.
Strong proficiency using scripted query languages is a plus.
2+ years of experience in data science or related field is a plus.

Return to Work

Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $103,800 to $206,350. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location.
In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

About Company Statement:

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 challengesthat equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape.

S&P Global Ratings offers critical insights for credit, risk and sustainable finance solutions that are essential to translating complexity into clarity, so market participants can uncover opportunities.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

20 Professional (EEO2 Job Categories-United States of America), RSKMGT Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority Ratings (Strategic Workforce Planning)

Job ID: 281155

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Location:
New York, New York, United States