Associate, Research

**About the Role**:
**Grade Level (for internal use)**: 07
Dividend forecasts are a key input used to price options and futures. Our main customers include investment banks, hedge funds, risk managers and derivatives exchanges.
Dividend forecasts are created using a bottom-up, research led methodology to provide the highest level of accuracy. They are based a range of factors including recent market news, direct company guidance, fundamental analysis, historical observations and peer group trends.
Duties & accountabilities
Analysis of company fundamentals to provide dividend forecasts for a selected coverage of stocks
Provision of research on equity fundamentals, financial statements and market announcements
Generation of dividend research papers at a sector, country and regional level
Monitor news flow to assess the impact of market events on companies and their dividends
Forecast dividend payment schedules
A keen awareness of the impact dividends forecasts have on the value of equity derivatives
Respond to daily client demands with bespoke analysis
Building relationships with investor relations departments at companies within coverage
Education & experience
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Prior experience with SQL or VBA preferable
CFA or equivalent post-graduate study desirable
Keen interest in financial news, market events and their implications
Knowledge of financial statement analysis
Knowledge of equity derivatives
Able to organize and self-manage, including effective scheduling, prioritization and time management skills
Able to manage multiple tasks in parallel, completing tasks to tight deadlines
Personal competencies
Excellent attention to detail and a meticulous eye for identifying inconsistencies or inaccuracies in data entry or data outputs
Demonstrates a can-do attitude
Displays a resilient and adaptable style, remaining calm in demanding circumstances
Communication
Demonstrates excellent communication skills
Confident speaking directly with both customers and investor relations departments
First class report writing skills, ability to develop and present ideas
Teamwork
A willingness to contribute to the continued development of the team
Works collaboratively with others to achieve group goals and objectives
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.
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.
**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.
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