About the Role:

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The Team:

The Milan-based Financial Institutions team is dedicated to assigning credit ratings to banks and non-bank financial institutions in the Southern European region. We emphasize aglobal mindsetand collaborative work dynamics fostering an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and integrated into our a team we pride ourselves on our ability to manage effective operational systems and processes advising on complex matters while taking accountability for our systems.

The Impact:

As an Associate Director you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the accuracy and timeliness of credit ratings for financial institutions. You will be the key contributor to ratings surveillance and new rating assignments covering all aspects of rating ability to operate with autonomy and require little direction will be crucial in ensuring the quality and timeliness of our will also engage in market research publications and other projects as necessary contributing to financial thought leadership in the European sector influencing market trends and supporting key initiatives through effective stakeholder engagement.

What You Stand to Gain:

This position offers significant opportunities for professional growth including participating in rating committees collaborating on research commentaries and developing your communication skills. You will engage in a dynamic multicultural environment enhancing your ability to work collaboratively and lead cross-functional have the chance focus on the long-term growth and development within the team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a client-facing portfolio of financial institution ratings ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of credit ratings and publishing high-quality forward-looking reports.
• Prepare rating committee materials update research reports and lead client meetings demonstrating effective time management and adaptability.
• Focus on the coverage of banks in Italy and in the broader Southern Europe region with opportunities to collaborate with other analysts in EMEA covering different credits in the region.
• Undertake rigorous analytical work and contribute to research and writing well-structured analytical reports.
• Analyze and act upon information quickly to maintain and enhance the quality and timeliness of analysis showcasing your ability to adapt to changing role will involve taking accountability for the operating system rather than individual instances ensuring sustainability in our processes.

What Were Looking For:

• A bachelors degree in finance or economics is preferred.
• A S&P employee at this level typically has 6-8 years of relevant work experience with sound knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement analysis for banks and other financial services companies.
• Strong proficiency with figures and the ability to quickly analyse and act upon information.
• Fluency in Italian.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with the capacity to expand learn and make analytical contributions.
• Highly organized capable of meeting deadlines and working under time pressure.
• A strong team player with the ability to work in a dynamic collaborative and multicultural environment.
• Independent and critical thinking with a keen eye for innovation demonstrating leadership and the ability to coach and empower should be recognized as an expert and frequently advise others on complex matters operating with autonomy and requiring little direction.
• 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

About S&P Global Ratings
At S&P Global Ratings our analyst-driven credit ratings research and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high-quality independent opinions on creditworthiness we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations including businesses governments and institutions.

S&P Global Ratings is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the worlds foremost provider of credit ratings benchmarks analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings we help many of the worlds leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow today.

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Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information imagination people technologythe right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

Were more than 35000 strong worldwideso were able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new sustainable ways of doing business. Were constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity Discovery Partnership

At S&P Global we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history the worlds leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do bring a spirit of discovery to our work and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• 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: Its 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 awardssmall perks can make a big difference.

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At S&P Global we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills experience and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness transparency and merit ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration we drive innovation and power global markets.

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