Director & Lead Analyst: Sovereign & FI Research

S&P Global Ratings Europe Limited Foreign Recognized Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services provider in Dubai seeks a Director to assume analytical oversight for a diverse portfolio of credits in sovereigns and financial institutions. Candidates should have at least 10 years of analytical experience, with strong communication skills in English and fluency in Russian. This role emphasizes mentoring and leadership within a focus on innovative market insights and analytical excellence.

Benefits

Health care coverage

Generous time off

Access resources to grow your career

Competitive pay and retirement planning

Family-friendly benefits

Retail discounts and small perks

Qualifications

• 10 years analytical experience in sovereign and financial institutions analysis required.
• Degree in relevant economics-related field; CFA or financial qualification preferred.
• Fluency in Russian and English required, Arabic preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assume analytical oversight responsibility for a broad portfolio of credits.
• Mentor and coach Pod members to build capabilities across providing exceptional issuer service.
• Lead or contribute to analytical projects including criteria research.

Skills

Analytical experience in sovereign and financial institutions analysis

Strong written and oral communication skills in English

Fluency in Russian

Strong organizational skills

Demonstrable leadership skills

Collaborative execution-focused leadership

Education

Degree in a relevant economics-related field

Masters degree CFA or financial qualification

Job description

A global financial services provider in Dubai seeks a Director to assume analytical oversight for a diverse portfolio of credits in sovereigns and financial institutions. Candidates should have at least 10 years of analytical experience, with strong communication skills in English and fluency in Russian. This role emphasizes mentoring and leadership within a focus on innovative market insights and analytical excellence.