About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 09 The Team The EMEA Dividend Research team sits within the Equities division, part of a global group of 35+ experienced research analysts spanning New York, London, Shanghai, Singapore, and Delhi. We produce dividend forecasts using a rigorous, bottom-up research-led methodology that draws on financial statement analysis, company guidance, earnings calls, and peer benchmarking. You will join a collaborative, intellectually driven environment where your analysis directly influences the investment and trading decisions of leading buy-side and sell-side institutions worldwide. This is a role for a detail-oriented, intellectually curious analyst who wants their work to matter in global markets. Responsibilities and Impact As Sr Specialist, Equity Research, you will own a portfolio of European and UK equities, producing market-moving dividend forecasts and delivering actionable insights to institutional clients. Your contributions will span research, client engagement, and product innovation: Forecast dividend payments across European and UK equities using bottom-up financial statement analysis, earnings call insights, market news, peer benchmarking, and historical distribution patterns — identifying early signals of changes to shareholder distributions. Build and sustain institutional client relationships across buy-side and sell-side firms, responding to research enquiries and delivering insights that directly support trading and investment decisions. Author client-facing research reports that highlight significant dividend developments, emerging sector trends, and market shifts across your European and UK coverage universe. Develop and enhance financial models to improve forecast accuracy, estimate quality, and operational efficiency — contributing to team-wide projects that strengthen analytical infrastructure. Partner with sales and product teams on initiatives to grow revenue through targeted client engagement and to enhance the product experience in collaboration with technical specialists. Collaborate across S&P Global — working with research and data teams globally to generate new research ideas and maintaining direct dialogue with company contacts to deepen understanding of dividend policies and financial positions. What We're Looking For Basic Required Qualifications Demonstrable knowledge of financial statement analysis and equity research, with academic or professional experience in equity markets Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including construction and maintenance of financial models Proven ability to communicate directly with clients and company contacts, with strong written research and report-writing skills demonstrated in a professional or academic context Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent analytical tasks to tight deadlines, maintaining a high degree of accuracy and data integrity throughout Additional Preferred Qualifications CFA qualification or equivalent postgraduate study in Finance, Economics, or a related field Practical experience using VBA, SQL, or Python for financial data analysis, modelling, or process automation Knowledge of equity derivatives and their application within investment or trading decision-making workflows Experience using AI tools for analytical automation or workflow efficiency Fluency in one or more additional European languages (e.g., Spanish or French) Prior experience in a buy-side or sell-side equity research role covering European or UK-listed equities Additional Information Employees are required to work from the office a minimum of two days per week. We require all candidates who reach the final stage of our interview process to attend at least one in-person interview, which is ordinarily at your nearest S&P Global office. This must be completed before we can proceed to an offer. 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. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence. What’s In It For You? Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence. 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. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership 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 Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, 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. Recruitment Fraud Alert: If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to reportfraud@spglobal.com. 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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: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal ----------------------------------------------------------- 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), RESECH202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning) S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive in a rapidly changing global landscape.   From helping our customers assess new investments across the capital and commodities markets to navigating the energy expansion, acceleration of artificial intelligence, and evolution of public and private markets, we enable the world’s leading organizations to unlock opportunities, solve challenges, and plan for tomorrow – today.

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