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The Team: The Macroeconomist sits within the North America (NA) economics team, which provides key inputs into the ratings practices in the form of quarterly forecasts, scenarios, narratives and general analysis. The NA economics team focuses on about two economies that are systemic or important to our business. The team interacts regularly with market participants: investors, issuers, regulators and central banks, media. The team thrives on developing accurate forecasts and prognosis, top-tier insights, clear and crisp communication and complete independence of view, while working closely with the NA credit research team and thought leaders of analytical practices in Ratings.

The Impact: The purpose of this position is to provide oversight, strategic direction and market leading research on North America economics. The North America economist will be responsible for conducting in-depth analysis on the US and Canada economies, while providing support to the broader global macro work.

Responsibilities:    

• As the North American Economist, you will help drive the quarterly forecasting exercise, working in close consultation with our Chief North American Economist and rating analysts.
• You will help supervise work provided by our CRISIL colleagues and research interns. 
• Continuously monitor macro and financial developments in the US and Canada, sharing these with the Chief NA economist and on occasion with the global team on weekly calls.
• Develop insightful thought pieces on current economic conditions for the region with a long-term view.
• Work to ensure that the economic view (not just the forecast) is well understood inside the business – including in our Research Labs - by actively engaging with our internal stakeholders.
• Working with our communications and marketing colleagues, pursue opportunities to strengthen the profile of the North American economics team in the markets. 

Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $70,300 to $139,800. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here

Basic Qualifications:

• Strong macroeconomic training as evidenced by an advanced graduate degree, preferably a PhD, or a Master's in Economics (all but dissertation) & a minimum of two (2) years related Macroeconomist work experience.
• Knowledge of the Canadian economy is a decisive asset.
• Expertise in computer programs/econometric packages, including: EViews, Stata, R, Python, and other programs
  • Experience with agent-based economic modeling a plus.
  • Work experience at international/regional organizations a plus. 
  • Ability to work in a matrix environment with multiple stakeholders, including at the most senior level.  
  • Strong communication & excellent writing skills, given the role of a spokesperson on the NA region.
  • Outstanding team player in a business environment.  
  • Result orientated and flexible considering our small team and the need to manage work and relationships across time zones.

About S&P Global Ratings
At S&P Global Ratings, our analyst-driven credit ratings, research, and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high-quality independent opinions on creditworthiness, we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations, including businesses, governments, and institutions.

S&P Global Ratings is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI).  S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

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• 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.

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