Job Information
S&P Global OTC Derivatives - Portfolio Valuations - Senior Analyst in Toronto, Ontario
About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
09
The Team:
Portfolio Valuations (PV) provides an independent, post-trade valuation service to buy-side institutions globally, covering vanilla and exotic OTC derivatives, cash instruments and structured notes across all asset classes. The service also offers clients the ability to receive an aggregated set of counterparty marks for their trades.
We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic individual with experience in derivative pricing and the related market datasets to be part of a team of analysts that supports the creation, maintenance and delivery of derivatives market data sets and valuations.
Responsibilities and Impact:
New hire will be responsible for taking an active role in reviewing market data and derivatives valuations, resolve issues and perform critical quality control functions, work on new product development, build and manage customer relationships, host meetings and forums. This role will enable successful candidate to develop their business skills and expand derivatives knowledge across different asset classes. The ideal candidate is an independent, organized, self-starter who can communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Organizing and running daily and monthly valuation processes for clients; this will require hands-on responsibility for some accounts
Handling simple and complex price challenges and resolving them to the satisfaction of the client
Contributing to the design and testing of S&P Global’s valuation systems
Ensuring that data capture and cleaning processes are run, refined and automated
Building and maintaining client relationships, so that clients are aware of S&P Global’s new and existing valuation capabilities and increase their use of these services
Hosting clients calls, presenting Portfolio Valuations service to our clients, acting as escalation contact, reviewing and resolving incidents
What We’re Looking For:
Required:
Good degree in a quantitative discipline
Good understanding of OTC derivatives in one or more asset classes
Strong knowledge common office tools and software including Excel and VBA
Appetite for providing services to external clients on a regular basis
Desirable:
Relevant practical experience (2-4 years)
Other programming experience in any language e.g. SQL, Python
Good understanding of market and reference datasets used in OTC Derivatives across asset classes
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
Must have general understanding of financial markets, and be keen to extend knowledge of OTC derivatives across all asset classes.
Must embrace the importance of high service levels as part of a commercial relationship
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 world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
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.
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.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://www.spglobal.com/en/careers/our-culture/
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
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: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.
20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), OPRTON202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group)
Job ID: 297237
Posted On: 2024-03-30
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada