Fixed Income Reference Data Analyst

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

08

The Team:

The Bond Reference Data team is responsible for the smooth running of the day-to-day operations of S&P’s Fixed Income products and services as well as supporting our internal and external clients. The team works closely with other functions within the wider global team – product management, business analysis, technology, and testing to enhance reference data product offerings.
 

Responsibilities:

• Researching and updating of newly issued deals into the database on a real time.

• Analytical capabilities to understand basics of pricing and reference rates of a debt security.

• Operational maintenance of Reference data product.

• Delivery of set targets with desired quality parameters.

• Identify data quality improvement projects and opportunities to enhance

operational efficiency.

• Manage client (internal and external) queries and client escalations.

• Liaise with counterparts/stakeholders/vendors globally. Running vendor data comparisons and using judgement to determine accurate data points.

• User acceptance testing for new or enhanced product functionality.

• Review and improvement of our data parsing engine, including the input of desired results into our regression database.

Impact:

S&P offers reference data services across assets classes such as bonds, loans, equity and CDS. The Reference Data product services internal as well as external clients and is focused on developing a suite of Reference Data offerings for the broader marketplace. Bond Reference Data is a growing product within its Reference Data offering. We help deliver research information to our clients which in turn aid them in strengthening risk management for valuation analysis, aggregation of content, tagging research and benchmarking.

Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $48,508 to $82,402. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive bonus.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or equivalent in ideally Finance, Economics or Business

• Keen interest in finance and be up to date with current global financial market.

• Good knowledge and understanding of Capital Markets.

• Knowledge of SQL and Excel is an added advantage.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

The candidate must be a self-starter, adapt to dynamics of the work environment, ability to multitask, meet tight timelines, hardworking, efficient with good analytical skills.

Right to Work Requirements:

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

Return to Work:

Have you taken time out for care responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return-to-Work initiative, Restart, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the 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:

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. We’re 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 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.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://www.spglobal.com/en/careers/our-culture/

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
 

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

 

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
US Candidates Only:  The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law. 

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