About the Role:Grade Level (for internal use): 10
Seeking a Financial Sector Economist to provide timely, high-quality quantitative and qualitative research and analysis on banking sector developments and risks in select African countries. The Banking Risk Economist will be able to work largely independently under the supervision of the Banking Risk Service Manager.
General Job Duties: Monitor and assess financial risks, emerging trends, and regulatory developments in selected African banking sectors.Produce written reports, analyze data, and answer client questions.Specific Job Duties: Responsible for monitoring financial sector risks, forecasting key data series, and assigning risk scores for multiple Sub-Saharan African banking sectors.Independently monitor regional and global financial news daily, producing short written reports on these developments under tight deadlines.Write reports that provide clear actionable insights to clients by analyzing recent data trends, summarizing forecasts, and explaining emerging and underlying risks in banking sectors under coverage.Collect and analyze banking sector data including balance sheet information and financial soundness indicators.Create models to forecast key banking sector data including balance sheet indicators and financial soundness indicators.Produce reports and make presentations to internal and external stakeholders on banking sector related developments.Required Experience: Strong understanding of historical financial crises; the role, structure, and operations of banking sectors; and macroeconomic theory.Strong familiarity with Excel required, familiarity with other statistical programs such as EViews and Python is a plus.Experience with direct relevance to African countries preferred.Required Education: Bachelor's degree at a minimum, Master's or higher degree strongly preferred. The subject area of the final degree should be economics or closely related field with rigorous economics coursework.Fluency in English.Strong writing skills.Sound knowledge of MS Office applications, especially Excel.Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.Ability to professionally counsel and consult with clients.Excellent organizational and time-management skills.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.
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, and financial wellness programs.Family Friendly Perks: S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too.Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards.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.
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.
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