Editor: S&P Global Ratings

S&P Global; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Toronto seeks an experienced Editor to refine credit-related research and ensure published articles meet high standards. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in digital journalism or communications and three years of experience in financial media. Strong English skills and knowledge of financial markets are required. This role involves at least two days in-office work per week.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' experience in financial research or business media.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a global, multicultural setting is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Edit and refine credit-related research and data.
• Ensure articles meet house style and publishing standards.
• Implement digital-first principles emphasizing clarity and brevity.

Skills

Editing ability

English communication skills

Financial terminology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in digital journalism or communications

Job description

About the Role:

The S&P Global Ratings Editorial team consists of approximately 100 staff members worldwide and is part of our Analytical Business Operations and Controls division. As part of this team, you will collaborate with writers, editors, digital content producers, and Ratings analysts across all sectors to transform complex research, data, and analytical concepts into compelling published articles.

The Team

We thrive in an exciting, dynamic, and global environment, and we are committed to putting our people first.

Job Description:

Edit and refine credit-related research and data, including rating actions, comments on events, and in-depth entity-specific and industry reports.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Edit and refine credit-related research and data, including rating actions, comments on events, and in-depth entity-specific and industry reports.
• Ensure articles are grammatically accurate, adhere to house style, and meet publishing standards.
• Implement “digital-first” principles, emphasizing brevity and clarity in plain English.
• Highlight insights by refining key messages, topic sentences, and headlines.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and processes to ensure error-free publications under tight deadlines that comply with regulatory standards.
• Perform production tasks, ensuring all articles conform to global publishing standards in terms of format, style, and branding specifications.

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in digital journalism, communications, or a related discipline.
• Proven editing ability, with a minimum of three years' experience in financial research or business media.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Sound knowledge of terminology and concepts used in financial markets.
• 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.

Key Soft Skills Required:

• Good interpersonal and decision-making skills.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, pressured environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented, global, and multicultural environment.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a global and multicultural environment.
• Familiarity with digital content tools and platforms.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

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.