Director, Government Methodologies, Criteria Subject Matter Expert

Paris - France

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About the Role:

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Job Description

The Team:

The Government Methodologies team drives analytical excellence through the development of world-class frameworks used by rating analysts globally. Our collaborative team of CSMEs and modeling experts partners closely with ratings practice leadership to deliver innovative criteria solutions for the Governments sector. We operate in a dynamic cross-functional environment where strategic thinking meets practical application fostering both professional growth and market leadership.

The Impact:

As a CSME reporting to the Head of Government Methodologies you will play a pivotal role in shaping the strategic direction of criteria development. Your work will directly influence global rating standards and analytical frameworks ensuring S&P Global maintains its position as the industry leader. You will drive methodological innovations that enhance analytical excellence strengthen transparency and improve operational efficiency for rating analysts worldwide while providing expert guidance on complex analytical challenges.

What You Stand to Gain:

Strategic partnership opportunitieswith senior analytical leaders across the company on complex analytical topics
Leadership experiencemanaging cross-functional teams to promote best practices and deliver strategic initiatives
Global exposureto diverse asset classes and international markets
Professional developmentin methodology design stakeholder management and executive presentation skills
Industry recognitionas a thought leader in government sector analytics

Responsibilities:

Lead the development and approval of criteria artifactsthat support analytical consistency and credit stability
Build and maintain strategic relationshipswith key internal stakeholders including Sector Leads Analytical Managers AOCCs and MSMEs
Monitor and analyze market trends risks and emerging opportunities including climate cyber supply chain and AI impacts
Provide expert guidanceto practices on criteria application and deliver targeted training programs
Systematically assess criteria fitnessfor purpose through performance analysis calibration reviews and market trend evaluation
Drive efficient project executionby establishing clear plans timelines and resource allocation for successful completion
Engage diverse stakeholdersglobally to ensure successful project implementation and stakeholder buy-in
Present to executive leadershipincluding Criteria & Model Governance Committee and Board of Managers
Ensure regulatory compliancethrough examiner interviews and adherence to requirements

Champion thought leadershipthrough publications and external commentary responses
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.

What Were Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

Deep expertise in Government Sector analytics particularly Sovereigns Multilateral Lending Institutions and International Public Finance
Comprehensive understandingof Government Criteria and analytical models
Advanced relationship-building capabilitieswith proven ability to collaborate and influence diverse stakeholder groups at all organizational levels
Strategic thinking skillsto balance analytical excellence with practical implementation feasibility
Exceptional project and organizational managementexperience with complex multi-stakeholder initiatives
Graduate degreein Business Finance Financial Engineering or related field
A S&P employee at this level typically has 12 years of financial services experiencewith focus on credit analysis and methodology development

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

Extensive knowledge of S&P ratings processesand systems including regulatory requirements and complex parameter assessment
Working expertise in credit rating methodologies including qualitative and quantitative model applications
Global organizational experiencein complex multi-cultural business environments
Proven track recordof challenging status quo and implementing creative solutions in complex analytical areas

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 Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

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 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. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity Discovery Partnership

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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Director

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