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Data Scientist, Credit Research & Insights

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S&P Global

3mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level

Requirements

  • 3-5 years of experience in a data science role.
  • Degree in a highly quantitative field: Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Mathematics, etc.
  • Proficiency with data mining, knowledge of probability theory and advanced statistical techniques.
  • Experience with regression analysis (beyond linear regression), supervised learning, unsupervised learning or time-series analysis.
  • Experience with scientific scripting languages (Python, R, Matlab).
  • Experience accessing and manipulating data in SQL database environments.
  • Experience presenting to internal and external audiences.
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  • Team player with track record of collaboration with cross functional and cross regional teams
  • Demonstrated ability to self-manage, take initiative, and meet deadlines.
  • Advanced degree in quantitative field preferred.
  • Prior experience working in a research capacity within financial markets.

Responsibilities

  • Organize and analyze large data sets and be able to communicate your findings to senior analysts.
  • Undertake pre-processing of structured and unstructured data.
  • Drive both business decisions and research based on the insights obtained from the data.
  • Be able to use natural language processing to analyze internal and external data.
  • Propose data solutions and strategies to business challenges and opportunities.
  • Assist with improving data efficiencies and processes across the team.
  • Conduct quantitative and qualitative credit research, and various statistical analysis to analyze trends.
  • Monitor and analyze key global market credit trends.
  • Manage Access and Oracle databases, including writing queries.
  • Write commentary to support research observations.
  • Meet rigorous publishing deadlines.
  • Interpret and articulate research report findings for external clients, and internal stakeholders.
  • Stay actively abreast of financial market events and their implications.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Data Scientist, Credit Research & Insights role?

The primary focus of this role is to shape and manage the Credit Research & Insights team's data-driven research projects, providing timely credit research and insights related to global credit and rating performance trends.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The position requires 3-5 years of experience in a data science role and a degree in a highly quantitative field such as Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, or Mathematics.

Is experience in the financial markets preferred for this role?

Yes, prior experience working in a research capacity within financial markets is preferred.

What technical skills are essential for candidates applying for this role?

Candidates should have proficiency in data mining, advanced statistical techniques, experience with regression analysis, natural language processing, scientific scripting languages (Python, R, Matlab), and SQL database environments.

What are some of the key responsibilities of the Data Scientist in this role?

Key responsibilities include organizing and analyzing large data sets, conducting quantitative and qualitative credit research, driving business decisions based on insights, managing databases, and writing commentary to support research observations.

Will the Data Scientist interact with external stakeholders?

Yes, the role involves engagement with external stakeholders as well as internal teams and senior analysts.

What kind of datasets will the Data Scientist work with?

The Data Scientist will work with extensive proprietary datasets as well as external data sources related to global credit markets and performance trends.

Is there an opportunity for professional growth in this position?

Yes, there are opportunities to influence and shape future global research initiatives, and access to continuous learning resources is provided.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include health and wellness coverage, generous time off, continuous learning opportunities, retirement planning, and family-friendly perks.

What is the company's stance on diversity and inclusion?

S&P Global is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, believing that diversity fuels creative insights and strives to empower all employees to bring their whole selves to work.

How does S&P Global ensure compliance with securities regulations?

S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy designed to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading.

Where is this position located?

This position is located in London, United Kingdom.

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S&P Global

Finance
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10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) provides essential intelligence. We enable governments, businesses and individuals with the right data, expertise and connected technology so that they can make decisions with conviction. From helping our customers assess new investments to guiding them through sustainability and energy transition across supply chains, we unlock new opportunities, solve challenges and accelerate progress for the world. We are widely sought after by many of the world’s leading organizations to provide credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help the world’s leading organizations plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com. Our divisions include: – S&P Global Market Intelligence partners with customers to broaden their perspective and operate with confidence by bringing them leading data sources and technologies that embed insight in their daily work. – S&P Global Ratings offers critical insights for credit, risk and sustainable finance solutions that are essential to translating complexity into clarity, so market participants can uncover opportunities. – S&P Global Commodity Insights enables organizations to create long-term, sustainable value with data and insights for a complete view on the global energy and commodities markets. – S&P Global Mobility turns invaluable insights captured from automotive data to help our clients understand today’s market, reach more customers, and shape the future of automotive mobility. – S&P Dow Jones Indices provides iconic and innovative index solutions, bringing transparency to global capital markets. – S&P Global Engineering Solutions solves for tomorrow’s challenges today by transforming workflows and end-user experiences with data, insights and technology.