Junior Local Government Rating Analyst

S&P Global, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

S&P Global Ratings is seeking a junior Rating Analyst to support the Local Governments Midwest Region. You will conduct credit analysis for cities, counties, school districts, and related entities, delivering independent opinions that inform investor decisions and capital formation.

Responsibilities include primary analysis on transactions, preparing written reports, and presenting findings to rating committees.

Qualifications

• Junior‑level position with strong expectations and upward mobility through demonstrated analytical performance.
• Lead credit analysis for local government issuers and prepare committee‑ready credit reports.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary analyst on credit transactions and prepare rating reports for local government issuers.
• Assess historical and projected financial data to evaluate fiscal health and credit risk factors.
• Publish timely credit reports and contribute to research pieces in the municipal bond market.
• Meet with issuers and participate in investor calls; communicate complex analyses clearly.

Skills

Credit analysis

Financial statements

Written reports

Stakeholder engagement

Credit rating

Job description

S&P Global Ratings is seeking a junior Rating Analyst to support the Local Governments Midwest Region. You will conduct credit analysis for cities, counties, school districts, and related entities, delivering independent opinions that inform investor decisions and capital formation.

Responsibilities include primary analysis on transactions, preparing written reports, and presenting findings to rating committees.