Senior Analyst, Charter Schools - Americas Public Finance

About the Role

Senior Analyst – Charter Schools, Independ‑ and Community Colleges, Americas Public Finance – S&P Global Ratings. Grade Level 11.

• This position is key to maintaining our market relevance and meeting our transaction requirements. Specifically, in this role, the analyst will:
• Serve as the primary analyst on credit transactions and prepare well‑supported rating recommendations for rating committees, with clear rating reports supporting our credit opinion.
• Serve as an active, vocal voting member of the rating committee, which deliberates rating outcomes and reviews materials prior to publication.
• Publish timely and insightful credit reports as well as contribute to relevant research pieces.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of ratings criteria and financial statement analysis, while staying informed on relevant news and issues affecting credit quality in the municipal bond market.
• Evaluate multiple analytical scenarios and communicate rationale clearly in group settings.
• Mentor and provide analytic support to more junior analysts.
• All employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 2 days per week.

• 2-5+ years of experience in public finance credit analysis, municipal bond analysis, or related financial analysis roles.
• Ability to think independently and critically with strong integrity, analytical curiosity, problem‑solving and research skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas across functions and levels, including the ability to evaluate multiple analytical scenarios and communicate rationale clearly in group settings.
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated skills in quantitative analysis.
• Ability to accurately interpret data and appropriately apply criteria to generate key relevant analytical insights and conclusions.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with incomplete or conflicting data and identify options in non‑routine situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, aptitude for learning new applications/proprietary software, and familiarity with generative AI tools.
• 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 Ratings office. This must be completed before we can proceed to an offer.

• MBA, MPA, MPP, JD, and/or CFA preferred.
• Knowledge of GASB and FASB accounting standards.
• Experience in the municipal market with specific focus on charter schools, independent schools, or community colleges.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and markets, with knowledge of S&P's analytical products and services.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and advise junior colleagues in operational processes to achieve defined goals.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $91,000 – $119,000, depending on location, experience, and skills. This role is eligible for an annual incentive plan and additional S&P Global benefits.

This role is limited to persons with an indefinite right to work in the United States.

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  and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.