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About the Role
Grade Level: 12
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 as our credit analysis supports key funding initiatives and serves as a growth driver for many areas of the economy. The Local Governments, Midwest team specializes in credit analysis for cities, counties, and special districts across the Midwest United States, maintaining a strong culture of analytical excellence and customer service in a supportive, collaborative, and results-driven environment.
Impact
This position is critical to maintaining our market leadership in local government credit analysis across the Midwest United States. You will directly influence credit opinions that impact billions of dollars in municipal financing, helping communities fund essential infrastructure and services while providing investors with trusted, independent analysis.
What's In It For You
Lead complex credit analysis for diverse local government entities across the dynamic Midwest U.S. markets
Gain exposure to senior leadership and external stakeholders through committee participation and public speaking opportunities
Develop expertise in municipal finance while contributing to market‑leading research and thought leadership
Advance your career in a globally recognized organization with opportunities for professional growth and development
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary analyst on complex local government credit transactions and prepare well‑supported rating recommendations for rating committees, with clear rating reports supporting our credit opinions
Function as an active, vocal voting member of rating committees, which deliberate rating outcomes and review materials prior to publication
Publish timely and insightful credit reports as well as relevant research pieces focused on Midwest U.S. local government markets
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
Function as a sector expert on local government credits, publish thought leadership pieces, and represent the company to external stakeholders through conferences and media interactions
Mentor and provide analytic support to junior analysts, fostering a collaborative environment to build consensus across groups with competing priorities
All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week
Basic Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degreerequired; postgraduate qualifications preferred
An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 5-7 years of extensive experience in public finance or local government analysis
Strong understanding of municipal finance, including general fund operations, capital planning, and debt structures
Ability to think independently and critically with strong integrity, analytical curiosity, problem‑solving, and research skills
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills for internal and external audiences
Strong attention to detailanddemonstratedskills in quantitative analysis and financial statement interpretation
Ability to work collaboratively in team environments while also functioning independently with initiative to expand knowledge and support team goals
Proactive organization with excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines
Werequireall 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 canproceedto an offer
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Midwest U.S. local government markets and regional economic dynamics
Knowledge of S&P's analytical products, services, and rating methodologies
Proficiencywith financial modeling and analysis tools beyond standard Microsoft Office applications
Experience in public speaking, conference presentations, or media interactions related to municipal finance
Compensation and Benefits
(This section is only applicable to US candidates): S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is 140,000-170,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual's geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.
US Right to Work Requirements
This role is limited to persons with an indefinite right to work in the United States.
Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
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Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States
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