Rating Analyst, Structured Finance

S&P Global

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Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Boulder, COToronto, Ontario, Canada
Salary
$62,000–$89,000 / yr
Posted
22 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 1, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $148k
This role $76k
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This role pays less than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $119,050–$177,125 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $76k versus about $148k for comparable roles.

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S&P Global delivers Essential Intelligence® that shapes decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead.

S&P Global currently has 46 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Rating Analyst, Structured Finance

Rating Analyst – Structured Finance, Colorado or Toronto joins the Structured Finance and Alternative Investment Funds team to evaluate credit risk for securitized products and fund structures. The role involves analyzing underlying asset performance, cash-flow mechanics, and stress scenarios to deliver credit opinions on complex instruments. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing assigned credits, performing ongoing surveillance, and preparing materials for rating committees while translating technical data into clear narratives for stakeholders. The position requires expertise in financial statement analysis, credit risk concepts, and spreadsheet proficiency. Candidates must demonstrate experience with structured finance instruments and the practical use of generative AI or large language model tools to support research and drafting. Key competencies include strong written communication, collaborative problem-solving, and a commitment to high standards for accuracy and documentation while navigating the complexities of evolving investment sectors.

What you'll do

  • Evaluate the credit risk of securitized products and fund structures by analyzing asset performance and cash-flow mechanics.
  • Deliver decision-ready credit opinions and materials for rating committees based on thorough research and data analysis.
  • Perform ongoing surveillance of assigned credits to synthesize developments into actionable insights.
  • Collect, reconcile, and validate financial data while identifying anomalies and documenting key assumptions.
  • Utilize generative AI and large language model tools to support research, drafting, and automated workflows.
  • Translate complex technical data and analysis into clear narratives for clients and senior stakeholders.
  • Mentor junior colleagues on analytical routines, quality standards, and the use of approved tools.
  • Maintain strict adherence to confidentiality, documentation, and governance requirements for all final analyses.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
  • Master's degree or professional certification (such as CFA) is highly valued (preferred).
  • Direct experience analyzing securitized products, fund structures, or related structured finance instruments.
  • 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in structured finance, credit analysis, or a related financial field.
  • Practical experience using generative AI or large language model tools in a professional context.
  • Strong research and data analysis skills including financial statement competence and understanding of credit and risk concepts.
  • Strong spreadsheet skills and willingness to develop proficiency in data and automation tools.
  • Experience supporting financial modeling (preferred).

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