Job Description
About the Role:Grade Level (for internal use):08The Team: The fastest-growing product of Markit is its offering in the arena of independent cash and derivatives valuations. With access to the most unique and wide cash and OTC derivatives data set from the highly regarded Totem Service and consensus cash pricing services, Markit Portfolio Valuations is in a privileged position as a third-party cross-asset valuations provider, to accurately calibrate its models to the market and provide independent valuations for exotic cash and derivative products.The Impact: Markit Portfolio Valuations is looking to expand its product coverage in the Asia-Pacific region. We are looking for a quantitative, commercial-minded and motivated candidate to work closely with the local sales and global product teams in pitching PV business to prospective clients, identifying further business opportunities with existing clients, lead the on-boarding of customers, providing analytical product expertise to the clients and local analysts and production of daily/weekly/monthly valuations.Responsibilities: This work would include:Regular daily valuations for client-portfolios and addressing price challenges.Driving the development and implementation of the regional valuations business plan.Implementing prototype pricing models and/or testing production valuation models for non-standard instruments originating in the region.Providing response to more complex/quantitative queries about Markit’s data and valuation products.What We’re Looking For:Undergraduate or postgraduate degree. Degree in quantitative finance discipline will be preferred.CFA/FRM completed /appearing will be preferredStrong Understanding of financial derivatives instrument types and their valuationStrong understanding of models underlying structured derivative valuations.Excel/VBA, SQL, Python or other programming skills to prototype/test pricing models.Excellent communication skills.2-3 years’ experience in the structured derivatives markets (e.g. trading, quant / sales structuring, risk analysis, model validation, product control, collateral or valuations analysis etc.)Basic understanding of database structures and use of SQL.Experience in a client facing environment or account management.About S&P Global Market IntelligenceAt 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, PartnershipAt 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://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summariesDiversity, 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 EmployerS&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. Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision - https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf-----------------------------------------------------------20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), OPRTON203 - Entry Professional (EEO Job Group)
