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S&P Global · 3 days ago

Senior Director of Strategy and Business Development, S&P Global Ratings

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$174K/yr - $305K/yr

10+ years exp

S&P Global is a leading provider of credit ratings and analytics, and they are seeking a Senior Director of Strategy and Business Development to lead strategic initiatives and business development efforts for S&P Global Ratings. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance market position and drive execution of key strategies, particularly in the realm of AI and strategic partnerships.

AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceCreditEnterprise SoftwareFinanceFinancial ServicesInformation ServicesMarket Research

Culture & Values

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead strategy development for the division, leveraging cross-functional teams of subject matter experts

In close partnership with S&P Global Ratings Strategy and SPGI strategy and corporate development leaders, work on strategic advisory projects focused on strategy development and execution, corporate development, and strategic partnerships (including market entry strategies, executive presentations, financial analysis, etc.) for the Ratings division and support execution of strategic investments

Leverage scenario planning, case studies and modeling capabilities to strengthen the strategy

Drive execution of top divisional strategies, working closely with Commercial and Analytical stakeholders. This involves moving strategic initiatives from concepts to actionable business concepts

AI Strategy & Execution: Drive execution of SPGR’s longer-term AI strategy in collaboration with key internal stakeholders

Support acquisitions and partnerships which strengthen S&P Global Ratings’ market position, as well as expand our footprint in high priority geographic markets

Develop and maintain financial analysis models to assist in investment evaluation and business case development, project prioritization and investment approval process

Strategy Communication

Articulate the S&P Global Ratings strategy in a clear and compelling strategic narrative to key stakeholders, tailoring messages depending on executive audience

Lead communication of SPGR strategy and updates to the board of directors and to the investor community

Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies. In partnership with Commercial, conduct market research and leverage internal customer insights and NPS data to identify new opportunities and enhance existing products

Identify changes in market conditions, industry trends, regulatory environment, regional or country macro-economic factors, etc. which may require changes to strategic plans

Lead a team of strategy experts, and project-specific cross-function teams to deliver excellent strategy output. Be a role model, educator, coach, mentor across the wider organization

Proactively engage with external stakeholders to source, evaluate, and develop new business opportunities for the division in close collaboration with Commercial stakeholders

Qualification

Financial services experienceStrategy developmentBusiness developmentMergersAcquisitionsManagement consultingAI strategyFinancial analysisStakeholder managementAnalytical skillsCuriosityDriveTeam leadershipCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

10+ years in financial services, management consulting (in the areas of strategic and business planning), or in corporate development/business development roles

Bachelor's degree: an advanced degree (Masters or MBA), preferred deep understanding of the credit ratings business, and debt capital markets / credit experience

Strategy / management consulting experience

Simultaneously managed multiple initiatives on strategy, corporate development, and new business development

Experience leading strategic initiatives in a matrixed enterprise environment

Strategy/Strategic Alliance teams (at a corporate level) and Product Development teams

Experience leading through mergers and acquisitions

Customer, investor and/or capital markets-facing experience

Demonstrated ability to influence and effectively connect stakeholders at all levels across a highly matrixed organization

Demonstrated ability of executing initiatives including effectively prioritizing projects and meet aggressive, recurring deadlines

Advance knowledge of application of AI to financial services, emerging technologies, and experience developing technology strategies

Preferred

Exceptional strategic and analytical skills with ability to draw key insights and develop clear recommendations

Attention to detail with ability to dive into new topics and quickly absorb and distil large amounts of complex/detailed information into a readily digestible work product

Superior executive-level presentation skills – able to distill complicated, multi-faceted issues into the key items to bring to leadership's attention

Ability to work in an ambiguous, regulated, and highly matrixed environment

Superior communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and influence decision-making at all levels of the organization

Demonstrated team leadership with a history of superior people management and development skills (helping people grow their skills / capabilities) with a focus on continual learning

Curiosity and drive with an innovative mindset

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.