Associate Director – U.S. Esoterics and Latin America, São Paulo or Mexico City
S&P Global (S&P Global) · Other
- Exchanges, Data & Ratings
- 2 Locations, Brazil
- Grade Director
- Full time
About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
12The Team
The Esoterics and Latin America team at S&P Global Ratings covers complex non-traditional structured finance asset classes including Latin America cross-border securitizations, solar ABS, triple net lease properties, data centers, and whole business securitizations in the United States. The team values analytical rigor, cross-functional collaboration, and the integration of AI and automation tools to deliver accurate and efficient credit assessments across a diverse range of structured finance markets.
Responsibilities and Impact
Team Contribution & Capability Building
Lead and mentor junior analysts on complex credit and analytical matters, building team capability across structured finance asset classes.
Core Analytical & Delivery
Lead the end-to-end ratings process for new issue and surveillance transactions, including cash flow analysis, collateral assessment, and committee presentations for Latin America securitizations and U.S. esoteric assets.
Analyze collateral pool credit, cash flow, and performance characteristics; review third-party model outputs; and assess legal and operating documents for structural consistency with rating criteria.
Stakeholder & Market Engagement
Build and manage relationships with issuers, investors, and internal partners, advising on complex credit matters and communicating analytical findings clearly to diverse audiences.
Represent S&P Global Ratings at industry conferences and client meetings, and contribute to published research commentaries, podcasts, and webinars.
Risk Management and Operating
Apply AI and automation tools to analytical workflows, and contribute to process improvements and the development of new analytical tools with appropriate governance controls.
What We're Looking For
Required Skills and Experience
An S&P Global employee at this level would typically have 5+ years of relevant experience in structured finance ratings, financial analysis, or related analytical roles.
Demonstrated understanding of structured finance principles and experience with cash flow modeling for esoteric or non-traditional structured finance asset classes.
Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for financial analysis, reporting, and presentation.
Experience using data analysis tools such as Python or R, automation platforms, or AI-enhanced analytical solutions in a financial analysis context.
Demonstrated project management skills and experience leading cross-functional analytical initiatives.
Language requirements: English, Portuguese, and Spanish — all Required, Fluent (able to conduct meetings, collaborate effectively, and communicate clearly in writing and verbally).
Preferred or Helpful Experience
Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent required. A master's degree or professional certification (such as CFA) is highly valued. We welcome candidates from traditional finance disciplines as well as diverse academic backgrounds that support innovative and critical thinking.
Advanced Excel proficiency, including VBA for financial modeling automation, and experience with advanced programming languages such as C++ or MATLAB.
CFA or CAIA designation.
Experience applying AI or machine learning tools in financial analysis or analytical process automation.
Additional Information
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.
Employees are required to work from the office a minimum of two days per week.
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 world’s 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 world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/ratings
What’s In It For You?
Our Mission:
Advancing Essential Intelligence.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're 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. We’re 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 world's 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 can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need 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: It’s 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 awards—small perks can make a big difference.
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Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged 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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