Associate Director, US RMBS Ratings

S&P Global • New York, CO

111d • $120,000 - $180,000

About The Position

S&P Global Ratings is seeking an experienced analyst to join its Structured Finance Ratings practice which provides credit ratings and opinions for securitizations backed by RMBS assets. The Associate Director is primarily responsible for analyzing transactions backed by U.S. residential mortgages. In addition, the Associate Director will be responsible for aggregating data and information to be used to present to rating committees. The Associate Director also participates in reviewing operational capabilities of issuers and lenders, identifying market trends, and contributing to market research and commentary. In addition, the Associate Director may act as the primary analyst and is eventually an active, vocal voting member to the rating committee and prepares material for ratings publication.

Requirements

• An advanced Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, a related field or CFA preferred
• A minimum of 4-6 years of experience in the RMBS sector
• Strong proficiency with Excel, financial models and financial data
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills are required
• Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines under time pressure
• Ability to demonstrate analytical independence and objectivity
• Diligent and intellectually curious self-starter with a strong work ethic and a drive to succeed
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a collaborative team
• Proficiency in programming skills (VBA, R, Python) a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage RMBS transactions, ensuring a consistently high level of analytic quality
• Conduct detailed reviews of legal and operating documents to ensure compliance with criteria
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of ratings criteria and cash flow analysis
• Effectively communicate S&P’s methodologies and procedures
• Develop and communicate S&P Global Ratings thought leadership and credit themes
• Participate and lead special projects to execute the Structured Finance business strategy

Benefits

• Health care coverage designed for the mind and body
• Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on
• Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills
• Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs
• Best-in-class benefits for families
• Retail discounts to referral incentive awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees