Specialized Account Services, Sr. Analyst

3096 S&P Global Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning

Invest in Your Future

Family Friendly Perks

Beyond the Basics

Job summary

S&P Global is seeking a client-facing Loan Operations Analyst in Manchester to manage asset and contract data, process new deals, amendments, and syndicated transactions in line with LSTA/LMA standards. You will resolve data issues, monitor processing deadlines, and contribute to data integrity across workflows.

You will gain exposure to the WSO platform and work with cross‑functional teams to improve product usage and process efficiency, while building strong client relationships in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years of experience in the syndicated loan industry with knowledge of LSTA/LMA standards.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word applied to financial data management or workflows.
• Proven track record managing client relationships at senior levels and communicating complex information clearly.
• Strong written and spoken English language skills, with the ability to communicate to varied audiences.

Responsibilities

• Manage client-facing loan operations — review and maintain asset and contract data, process new deal creations, amendments, and syndicated loan transactions in line with market standards.
• Investigate and resolve data discrepancies — identify processing anomalies and system issues, coordinating with internal teams for resolution.
• Monitor and action operational exceptions — ensure deadlines and quality across trades, positions, and syndicated facility data.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for WSO products and Solutions offerings — participate in client meetings to analyze needs and advise on product usage and workflow optimization.
• Lead cross-product research and enhancement projects — contribute to integration initiatives and client-facing presentations.
• Collaborate across internal teams — work with leaders, product associates, sales, and relationship managers to channel client feedback and drive product improvement.

Skills

Client relationships

Excel proficiency

English language

Financial data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/ Economics/ Business

Tools

WSO (Wall Street Office)

Loan IQ

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 08

The Team

The Global Special Services Team sits within S&P Global's Solutions Operations division, supporting clients of WSO (Wall Street Office) — our market‑leading platform for active asset management, deal administration, and syndicated loan operations. WSO delivers real‑time portfolio and reporting insights, cash and position‑level transparency, and accurate P&L reporting to some of the world\'s most sophisticated alternative asset managers, available as both a hosted software solution and a fully outsourced managed service. You will join a dynamic, client‑facing team where every day brings meaningful exposure to the syndicated loan market, SaaS technology, and the operational workflows that underpin global financial markets, with direct interaction with clients across all levels of seniority from your very first week.

Responsibilities and Impact

• Manage client‑facing loan operations — accurately reviewing and maintaining asset and contract data, processing new deal creations, amendments, and syndicated loan transactions in full compliance with LSTA, LMA, Private Deals, and Middle Market standards.
• Investigate and resolve data discrepancies — proactively identifying processing anomalies and system‑related issues, partnering with internal teams to implement effective resolution plans and appropriate escalations.
• Monitor and action operational exceptions — maintaining strict adherence to processing deadlines and quality‑controlled workflows across trades, positions, and syndicated facility data to uphold end‑to‑end data integrity.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for WSO products and Solutions service offerings — participating in internal and external client meetings to analyse operational needs and deliver actionable recommendations on product usage and workflow optimisation.
• Lead cross‑product research and enhancement projects — contributing to integration initiatives, process improvement programmes, and client‑facing presentations that support clients\' strategic business requirements and growth objectives.
• Collaborate across internal teams — partnering with leaders, peers, product associates, sales, and relationship managers to capture and channel client feedback, drive continuous product improvement, and maintain a consistently high standard of service delivery.

What We're Looking For

Basic Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related discipline
• 2–4 years of experience within the syndicated loan industry, with practical knowledge of loan transaction processing under LSTA, LMA, or equivalent market standards
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with demonstrated application to financial data management, reconciliation, or operational workflows
• Proven track record of managing client relationships at senior levels, with demonstrable experience resolving complex operational issues and maintaining high client satisfaction scores
• Strong written and spoken English language skills, with demonstrated ability to communicate complex financial or operational information clearly and concisely to varied internal and external audiences

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Direct hands‑on experience using WSO (Wall Street Office) and/or Loan IQ systems in a production environment
• Experience processing syndicated loan transactions, including amendments, reconciliations, and trade settlements
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, with experience preparing client‑facing presentations or project coordination materials
• Experience in data research and analytics within a financial data, operations, or asset management context
• Exposure to SaaS‑based financial operations platforms or hosted software environments within financial services

Additional Information

Employees are required to work from the office a minimum of two 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 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. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

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

Benefits

• 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://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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