S&P Global · 2 weeks ago
Senior Analyst, Americas Public Finance
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $125K/yr
3+ years expS&P Global is a leading provider of credit ratings and analytics, and they are seeking a Senior Analyst to focus on utility revenue ratings within Americas Public Finance. This role involves producing rigorous credit analysis that informs investor decisions and issuer access to capital while mentoring junior analysts and contributing to research projects.
AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceCreditEnterprise SoftwareFinanceFinancial ServicesInformation ServicesMarket Research
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary analyst on utility revenue credit transactions and prepare well‑supported rating recommendations for committee review
Produce clear, timely rating reports and committee materials that document analytical rationale and conclusions
Act as an active, vocal voting member of rating committees, participating in deliberations and final decisions
Monitor issuer performance and market developments; incorporate relevant news, regulatory changes, and sector trends into analysis
Mentor and provide analytic support to junior analysts, contributing to team development and quality control
Contribute to research projects, special studies, and client/investor communications as needed
Qualification
Required
Education: Bachelor's degree required; postgraduate qualifications advantageous
Experience: An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 3+ years of extensive experience in municipal finance, credit analysis, or utility sector analysis
Sector knowledge: Experience or strong familiarity with water, sewer, and solid‑waste utility operations, financials, and regulatory environments
Technical skills: Strong financial statement analysis and quantitative modeling skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office and aptitude for learning proprietary systems
Data/tech aptitude: Experience with data analytics, programming, or automation tools is a plus
Communication: Clear written and verbal communication for internal committees and external stakeholders
Judgment and integrity: Sound analytical judgment and adherence to S&P Global's standards and criteria
Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in teams and mentor junior colleagues
Organization: Strong time management and ability to prioritize competing deadlines
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
Preferred
Prior experience in municipal markets or public finance credit analysis
Advanced degree in finance, economics, public administration, or related field
Familiarity with S&P Ratings criteria and municipal bond market conventions
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.
Company
S&P Global
S&P Global is a market intelligence company that provides financial information and data analytics services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.75B2025-12-01Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2023-09-07Post Ipo Debt· $750M
2016-04-28IPO
Leadership Team
Martina Cheung
President and CEO
Rick Goldberg
Division Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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