North American Head of WSO

S&P Global, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 177,000 - 242,000; 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 North American Head of Wall Street Office (WSO) to lead the Lending Solutions team across software, services and data. You will own P&L, drive client engagements, guide new product development, and shape commercial strategy while managing partnerships and potential acquisitions.

The role requires extensive experience in lending solutions, strong leadership, and a track record of growth, with frequent travel to support clients and execute the business plan in North

Qualifications

• BA degree required; Masters preferred but not required with a solid academic record preferred
• 15+ years of lending solutions experience with an very strong understanding of loan processing, services processing, CLO compliance, loan syndication and the importance of data management and data quality throughout the loan trade life-cycle
• Experience in reviewing credit agreements or analyzing loan documentation
• Self-starter and high on initiative and problem solving

Responsibilities

• Business Vision – Defining business vision/strategy according to company goals and objectives aiming to accelerate growth. Responsible for business P&L and location strategy Deliver solutions that support the CLO market and Private Credit market providing market insights, commentary, and research publications across the commercial team to deliver valuable insights to our customers Ensure revenue and margin is achieved on client implementations, strategic projects and professional services engagements Streamline client coverage and optimize experience from initial onboarding to go‑live
• Commercials – Developing and implementing commercial strategies that keep up with industry trends. Representing business at various client events, industry conferences etc. Identify the alliances and acquisition opportunities that creates enhanced value for our clients C Suite executive contact with strategic customers to provide firmwide business updates and a clear vision of our product roadmap
• Business Management – Responsible for managing budget and the talent acquisition process Deliver agency services solutions across both sell‑side and private markets segments Create a short‑and long‑term strategy for product development, market penetration, and competitive analysis that allows the business to maintain and grow its market leading presence in the Lending market Responsible for monthly, quarterly, and yearly revenue forecasting vs. budget Deliver private markets strategy to complement broadly syndicated loans solutions that meets the customer's bespoke needs of the unique products in this space Prioritize key feature enhancements based on market conditions, revenue impact and client mandates/industry trends. Frequent travel to regional operational hubs to ensure timely asset processing, accurate trade settlement, and cash reconciliation/agent notices to manage the control of assets in the lending space.

Skills

15+ years lending solutions

Credit agreements review

Self-starter

Multilingual

Education

BA degree

Masters preferred

Job description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 14 North American Head of WSO The Team: Lending Solutions powers the global lending market. We provide solutions, data and services across the entire lending eco‑system for private and public markets with a global team that has deep subject matter expertise and a strong desire to foster our client’s success.

Responsibilities and Impact:

North American Commercial lead of our Wall Street Office (WSO) businesses including software, services, and data. Role will be responsible for P&L, customer engagement, new product development, marketing, and overall business strategy. The successful candidate will be responsible for owning a strategy for vendor partnerships, identifying potential acquisition targets, and protecting S&P Global intellectual property. Regular client engagement and frequent travel is critical to the success of this role including identifying client trends, product prioritization, setting and enforcing commercial guidelines, and working closely with professional services stakeholders to support revenue growth and retention. The role is responsible for defining the business vision/strategy to accelerate growth, pricing commercial opportunities, client engagement and management, P&L regional management against targets, and people strategy, developing, and implementing commercial strategies, and handling aspects of business management relating to budget and talent acquisition. Must also support successful client implementations, transition to our operations teams, and ongoing monitoring of service metrics and support of our clients in region.

Responsibilities:

• Business Vision – Defining business vision/strategy according to company goals and objectives aiming to accelerate growth. Responsible for business P&L and location strategy Deliver solutions that support the CLO market and Private Credit market providing market insights, commentary, and research publications across the commercial team to deliver valuable insights to our customers Ensure revenue and margin is achieved on client implementations, strategic projects and professional services engagements Streamline client coverage and optimize experience from initial onboarding to go‑live
• Commercials – Developing and implementing commercial strategies that keep up with industry trends. Representing business at various client events, industry conferences etc. Identify the alliances and acquisition opportunities that creates enhanced value for our clients C Suite executive contact with strategic customers to provide firmwide business updates and a clear vision of our product roadmap
• Business Management – Responsible for managing budget and the talent acquisition process Deliver agency services solutions across both sell‑side and private markets segments Create a short‑and long‑term strategy for product development, market penetration, and competitive analysis that allows the business to maintain and grow its market leading presence in the Lending market Responsible for monthly, quarterly, and yearly revenue forecasting vs. budget Deliver private markets strategy to complement broadly syndicated loans solutions that meets the customer's bespoke needs of the unique products in this space Prioritize key feature enhancements based on market conditions, revenue impact and client mandates/industry trends. Frequent travel to regional operational hubs to ensure timely asset processing, accurate trade settlement, and cash reconciliation/agent notices to manage the control of assets in the lending space.

Compensation/Benefits Information:

(This section is only applicable to US candidates) S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $177,036 to $241,613. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits.

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• BA degree required; Masters preferred but not required with a solid academic record preferred
• Multi‑lingual preferred, although not required
• 15+ years of lending solutions experience with an very strong understanding of loan processing, services processing, CLO compliance, loan syndication and the importance of data management and data quality throughout the loan trade life‑cycle
• Experience in reviewing credit agreements or analyzing loan documentation
• Self‑starter and high on initiative and problem solving

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• The ability to think independently and critically, and the ability to lead, develop and mentor other leaders
• Ability to challenge the status quo and clearly outline solutions for complex obstacles
• Strong leadership, consultative, and relationship building abilities, coupled with strong influencing, negotiation, and communication skills required
• Ability to strongly partner and deliver results from the supporting business Execution functions across Sales, Customer Success, Managed Services, Product, Technology, and Professional Services
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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:

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. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:[e-mail] your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.US Candidates Only: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal