Data Specialist – Insurance Sector

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

09

The Team: The Data Management Team at S&P Global Ratings is looking for a Data Associate with a strong background in data, accounting/finance, and insurance to support the global research team. Knowledge of the Insurance industry is mandatory including to insurance Line of Business, standard accounting practices, and exposure to NAIC rules and regulations.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Act as the primary contact for all Insurance related matters between the Data team and Analytical team including overseeing annual survey process, problem resolution, process improvements, and criteria implementation.

• Communicates with vendors and Data Operations by translating business plans into tactical action items.

• Creating and maintaining data reference materials; and ensuring data security protocols and standards are followed.

• Perform user acceptance testing on data systems; partnering to identify database maintenance enhancements.

• Ensure your team works in tight coordination with the Ratings Technology, Data Services, Analytical and Commercial teams including scrum teams as necessary, to ensure project deliverables are on-time and commensurate with requirements.

• Manages the data sourcing strategy by establishing a means to identify and represent content.

• Working with business stakeholders, data visualization and reporting specialists and/or data scientists to determine analytics data consumption mechanisms.

• Ensuring adherence to data rules and access guidelines.

• Recommending optimal approaches based on analytical and commercial requirements.

• Establishing, managing, and communicating information policies and mechanisms for effective data usage and ensuring the data strategy is aligned with and informed by the analytic strategy.

• Reviewing the translation of business requirements; determining data and information needs; reviewing data collection methods.

• Advising on the development of new criteria and adjustments; consulting on analytic tool engagement.

• Manages interpretation of data analyses by reviewing the application of findings to contextual settings; and providing guidance on the development of insights, reports, and presentations telling a compelling story to stakeholders to enable and influence decision making.

• Exhibit strategic thinking by anticipating future trends and challenges, and developing innovative solutions to drive team success.

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• An S&P Global employee typically has a year+ of applicable data management or analytics experience role with exposure and interest in Insurance sector

• Must be knowledgeable about the Insurance, including but not limited to Statutory Accounting data and standards

• Undergraduate or graduate degree or equivalent in a quantitative field such as Finance, Computational Finance, Mathematics, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, or Engineering.

• Experience using financial data applications (FactSet, Morningstar, Bloomberg, Reuters, Microstrategy).

• Strong technical skills and familiarity with data querying, dashboards, and data analytics.

• SQL and Advanced Excel Skills (Pivot Tables, Vlookup, etc) are required

• Hands-on experience with portfolio back-testing and simulation.

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Strong communication & partnering skills.

• Agile (scrum) experience a plus.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• R, Python, VBA (Visual Basic) are a plus

• Experience in managing cross-functional projects, demonstrating strong organizational and prioritization skills.

• Proven track record of driving process improvements and implementing innovative solutions in data management.

• Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and integrity in all aspects of work.

• Agile (scrum) experience a plus.

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 $60,000 to $105,000. 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. 

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.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/ratings

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, Partnership

At 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-summaries

Inclusive Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (“the Policy”) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy’s requirements, candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy.  

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