Rating Analyst, Americas Public Finance - Local Governments Central

S&P Global • Englewood, CO

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About The Position

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 09 The Team: S&P Global Ratings is one of the world’s leading providers of independent credit risk research and benchmarks. Within S&P Global Ratings, Americas Public Finance is an important sector of the capital markets as our credit analysis supports key funding initiatives and serves as a growth driver for many areas of the economy. If you are interested in helping to facilitate this growth while challenging yourself in a fast-paced environment, this is the right position for you. You will join a professional team of analysts that maintains a strong culture of analytical excellence and customer service in a supportive, diverse, and collegial environment. What you stand to Gain: High‑impact exposure to local government issuers across the Central region. Career development with clear pathways for advancement through demonstrated analytic performance and leadership. Visibility and thought leadership opportunities, including contributing to research, presenting at conferences, and supporting media or opinion pieces. Hands‑on technical growth using internal models, data analytics, and automation tools to improve efficiency and insight. This position is a junior position but with high expectations for upward mobility. The Responsibilities and Impact: Impact: This position is key to maintaining our market relevance and meeting our transaction requirements. As a Rating Analyst on the Local Governments Central Region team, you will primarily be responsible for leading credit analysis for local government issuers – cities, counties, school districts, special districts, and related entities. You will provide independent, committee-ready credit opinions that inform investor decisions. As part of your role, you will meet with issuers, assess historical and projected data, and compile this information into a thorough committee presentation and effective written analysis. You may also participate in moderately complex analytical and deal-specific situations, assist in resolving client needs, participate in investor calls with more senior analysts, and contribute to research for publications or special projects. As your career progresses, you may have the opportunity to present at conferences, support and write opinion pieces, or speak with the media.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s in business, public policy, public administration, or related field preferred.
• An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 2+ years of extensive Public Finance experience; Local Government sector experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with capacity to work under general guidance while exercising decision‑making authority.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to synthesize complex information for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in multicultural teams and independently when required.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with consistent delivery of high‑quality work and adherence to deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience advising on complex local government finance issues and providing analytical perspectives to senior staff.
• Proven ability to build relationships across teams and functions.
• Initiative in identifying problems and suggesting process improvements.
• Change‑ready mindset and willingness to adopt evolving analytical workflows, including AI‑human collaborative processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary analyst on credit transactions and prepare well-supported rating recommendations for rating committees, with clear rating reports supporting our credit opinion
• Serve as an active, vocal voting member of the rating committee, which deliberates rating outcomes and reviews materials prior to publication
• Publish timely and insightful credit reports as well as contribute to relevant research pieces
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of ratings criteria and financial statement analysis, while staying informed on relevant news and issues affecting credit quality in the municipal bond market and energy sector
• Mentor and provide analytic support to more junior analysts, fostering a collaborative environment to build consensus across groups with competing priorities
• Leverage your network in other functions and at senior leadership levels to ensure strategic alignment and buy-in for key initiatives
• Actively listen to others to understand their perspectives and respond in an appropriate and empathetic manner, enhancing team dynamics
• Manage multiple key projects and conflicting priorities effectively, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work
• Demonstrate adaptability by making difficult decisions and adjusting to changing circumstances while maintaining focus on long-term goals
• Bring new thinking and curiosity to create innovative solutions with a long-term perspective in mind

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees