Financial Risk Analytics (FRA) Implementation & Support Consultant

S&P Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning

Retirement planning

Job summary

S&P Global is seeking a London-based professional for the Financial Risk Analytics (FRA) team. The role combines client onboarding, project coordination, product support, data analysis, and operational delivery across FRA solutions.

Strong communication and client management skills are essential for success in this role. You will collaborate with financial engineering, product, design, development, QA, and support teams to ensure timely delivery and high client satisfaction across the full

Qualifications

• Background in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or another relevant technical discipline.
• Experience with cloud technology (AWS preferred; GCP/Azure valued).
• Experience with data analysis and operational problem solving.
• Programming experience in Python or similar languages.
• Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and XML; exposure to modern platforms is preferred.
• Project management qualification such as Prince2 or equivalent is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage client implementation and onboarding for FRA solutions.
• Coordinate cross-functional project activities across engineering, product, design, development, QA, and support teams.
• Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders.
• Prioritise tasks and manage day-to-day implementation and support activities.
• Provide day-to-day support for Risk as a Service (RaaS) and deployed solutions.
• Investigate and resolve system, data, and process issues with timely resolutions.
• Support client requests with detailed analysis and clear feedback to drive daily results.
• Contribute to data validation and quality checks across inputs/outputs for end-to-end workflows.

Skills

Cloud technology AWS

REST APIs

Kubernetes

Python

Data analysis

Project management (Prince2)

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Finance

Tools

AWS

GCP/Azure

REST/JSON/XML

Job description

About The Role

Grade Level (for internal use):
10

The Team
At S&P Global, our Financial Risk Analytics team provides state-of-the-art products and solutions to help financial institutions measure and manage their counterparty credit risk, market risk, regulatory risk capital, and derivative valuation adjustments. Our innovative technology stack includes a fully vectorized pricing library, machine learning, and big data solutions, enabling scalability and precision. Our products are trusted by the largest tier-one banks as well as smaller niche firms globally.

Responsibilities And Impact

This position is for a London-position within the FRA team, combining client implementation, project coordination, product support, data analysis, and operational delivery across FRA solutions. The role supports the full client lifecycle, from onboarding and implementation through to business-as-usual support, testing, issue investigation, and continuous improvement. In addition to strong analytical and technical capability, client relationship management is an important aspect of the role. Ensuring a high level of client satisfaction through effective communication, responsiveness, and delivery discipline is a core requirement.

• Support and manage FRA client implementation and onboarding activities for new and existing clients.
• Coordinate project and workflow activities across financial engineering, product, design, development, QA, and support teams.
• Prepare and communicate project status, delivery updates, risks, and dependencies to internal and external stakeholders.
• Prioritise tasks and manage day-to-day issues across implementation, support, and operational activities.
• Provide day-to-day support for Risk as a Service (RaaS) and deployed solutions to ensure stable and effective client operations.
• Investigate and troubleshoot system, data, and process issues, working with internal teams to provide timely resolution.
• Respond to client requests with detailed analysis, clear feedback, and strong follow-through on actions required to deliver daily results
• Perform data validation and quality checks on inputs and outputs to support a reliable end-to-end workflow.
• Conduct data analysis across the S&P Global data estate and FRA Risk Factor Utility, supporting operational processes and data quality improvements.
• Assist with implementation, testing, validation, and documentation of new features and enhancements.
• Ensure UAT and pre-production environments appropriately reflect intended production design and setup.
• Coordinate release window activity across impacted groups and stakeholders where required.
• Support ongoing planning and continuous improvement through capture of project metrics, lessons learned, and process best practices.
• Support sales and other internal stakeholders with project and delivery expertise where required.
• Provide support and cover for colleagues across the wider team as needed

What We’re Looking For

Basic Required Qualifications:

Education And Experience

• Background in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or another relevant technical discipline preferred
• Experience in cloud technology, ideally AWS, but GCP/Azure also valued, with experience with REST APIs/JSON/XML; Kubernetes experience valued
• Project management qualification such as Prince 2 or equivalent experience is an advantage
• Experience with data analysis and operational problem solving
• Experience with Python or other programming/scripting languages.
• Familiarity with REST APIs, JSON, and XML; exposure to modern technology platforms and workflows is preferred

Commercial Awareness

• Experience of technology projects related to financial risk is preferred
• Understanding of financial markets, financial instruments and risk practices within banks is preferred
• Exposure to risk domains such as counterparty credit risk, market risk, regulatory capital, or XVA is beneficial

Management Requirements

• Experience contributing to or managing successful and complex technology implementation or delivery projects
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and geographies

Personal Competencies

Personal Impact

• Capable of working effectively in a fast-paced business environment managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• Adept at building and maintaining trusted and respected relationships with clients and colleagues at all levels
• Self-starter with strong ownership and attention to detail

Communication

• Highly proficient verbal and written communication skills in English
• Personally engaging and able to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Teamwork

• Able to positively engage with, and contribute to, the wider global team
• Willing to work occasional evenings and/or weekends to accommodate client deadlines and time-zone differences

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 office. This must be completed before we can proceed to an offer.

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.

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.

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.