Private Market Valuations - Principal

S&P Global; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial information provider in London seeks a qualified accountant or CFA charterholder to join its Private Market Valuations team. This role involves performing valuations on illiquid investments and building strong client relationships. Ideal candidates will have experience in financial modeling, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency in tools like Excel and Python. Offers competitive pay and generous benefits.

Benefits

Health care coverage

Flexible time off

Continuous learning resources

Financial wellness programs

Qualifications

• Solid experience in constructing and reviewing valuation models.
• Hands-on exposure to securitizations like CLOs.
• Experience in prioritizing tasks to deliver valuations.

Responsibilities

• Perform valuations on a broad range of illiquid investments.
• Prepare analyses and respond to valuation-related questions.
• Contribute to design and enhancement of financial models.

Skills

Valuation models construction

Client relationship management

Financial analysis

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Qualified accountant or CFA charterholder

Tools

MS Excel

Python

SQL

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role:

S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global, leads the Private Market Valuations team with independent valuations of illiquid debt and private equity investments. Since inception the department is among the fastest‑growing areas within S&P Global. Analysts in London, Dallas, Singapore and India serve over 300 institutional investors worldwide, covering notable names in start‑up, growth, mature and distressed spectra. This role offers a great opportunity to work in a high‑growth space and deal directly with leading clients across private equity, private credit, infrastructure, hedge funds and institutional investors.

Grade Level (for internal use):

11

The Team:

The Private Market Valuations team is a market leader supporting clients with independent valuations of illiquid debt and private equity investments. Our analyst teams in London, Dallas, Singapore and India serve over 300 institutional investors globally, covering notable names in start‑up, growth, mature, and distressed spectra. The Private Markets represents a high investment area with clients increasingly looking to independent specialists such as S&P Global to support them in their valuation process. This role offers a great opportunity to work in a high‑growth space and deal directly with leading clients across private equity, private credit, infrastructure, hedge funds, and institutional investors.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Perform valuations on a broad range of illiquid investments—including ABS, CLOs, CMBS, and other structured products—across multiple industries and geographies, applying accepted valuation approaches and best practices.
• Prepare and present analyses and conclusions, including clear written reports, and respond to valuation‑related questions from clients, auditors, and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to the design, testing, and enhancement of financial models and workflow tools used in the valuation process, collaborating with developers and senior team members.
• Use AI tools to gather and clean financial, market, and operational data from various structured and unstructured sources, improving efficiency and accuracy in valuation inputs.
• Incorporate machine learning to identify patterns in historical valuation data, improve forecast accuracy, and support scenario analysis for complex or illiquid investments.
• Leverage Natural Language Processing to extract key insights from investment memos, pitch books, earnings calls, and regulatory filings to support valuation assumptions.
• Partner with management to build, maintain, and deepen client relationships through consistent communication and high‑quality deliverables.

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Qualified accountant or CFA charterholder (or in process of obtaining qualification).
• Solid experience in constructing and reviewing valuation models and other financial models including DCF, comparable company/bond, and other intangible asset models.
• Hands‑on exposure to securitizations, including CLOs, ABS, or CMBS.
• Experience managing delivery of valuations and provision of responses to price challenges.
• Knowledge of software packages including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Proficiency in tools such as Intex (IntexCalc and IntexLink), advanced Excel, Python, and SQL is highly valued.
• Broad understanding of SPV structures and underlying asset classes, including ABS, CLOs, CMBS.
• Experience in building and maintaining client relationships.
• Experience in prioritizing tasks to deliver valuations.
• Ability to coordinate with internal teams across a variety of functions.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Exceptional energy, drive, and stamina.
• Flexible and able to adapt to changing situations.
• Strong influential skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong team player.

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 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.

• 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.

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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.

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