Rating Analyst

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa S&P Global Full time
Rating Analyst, Financial Institutions, Johannesburg

The Role:
Rating Analyst

The Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa

The Team:

The Johannesburg-based Financial Institutions team assigns credit ratings to banks and non-bank financial institutions in the Sub-Saharan Africa region.

The Johannesburg team is part of the wider EMEA Financial Services Practice.

The Impact:

The successful applicant will be a key contributor to supporting rating surveillance and new rating assignments, covering all aspects of rating analysis.

There will also be the opportunity to contribute to market research, publications and other projects as needed.

What's in it for you:

A Rating Analyst in the S&P Global Financial Institutions team typically assumes a credit rating support role, working closely under the supervision of primary analysts (who cover a portfolio of credits).

This role includes supporting primary analysts in timely rating surveillance, assigning new ratings and collaborating on research commentaries.

The culture and working environment places emphasis on teamwork and collaboration, as well as detailed documentation of all aspects of the analysis and publication of ratings.

Strong communication skills and curiosity are essential for internal discussions of ratings, as well as external publishing and presentations.


An ability to quickly analyze and act upon information is required to maintain and enhance the quality and timeliness of our analysis.

A background in financial services analysis is a requirement.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (finance/economics preferred).
An S&P Global employee at this level will typically have a minimum 2 years of relevant work experience. Sound knowledge of accounting and financial statement analysis for banks and other financial services companies.
Ability to quickly analyze and act upon information, while demonstrating strong proficiency with figures.
Solid communication skills, verbal and written, as well as the capacity to expand, learn, and make analytical contributions.
Highly organized, meets deadlines and works under time pressure.
Strong team player - the ability to work in a dynamic, collaborative, and multicultural work environment is critical.

We are keen to speak to applicants who are naturally curious, can think critically and have an eye for innovation opportunities.



  • Equal Opportunity Employer
Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), RATNGS Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group)

Job ID: 281487

Posted On:

Location:
South Africa
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