Associate Director: Engagement Lead at S&P Global

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Management, Vendor Management, Financial Analysis, Reporting Tools, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Skills, Presentation Skills, Contract Negotiation, Timeline Coordination, Data Analysis, Event Planning, Training Sessions, Innovation Initiatives, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Operational Systems

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 12 The Team: Digital Solutions (DS) Digital Solutions (DS) is an enterprise-shared technology service that enables people, functions, and divisions. We drive S&P Global to Power the Markets of the Future by working as trusted partners delivering secure, scalable, resilient, and innovative services and solutions that enable seamless experiences for our people and customers. You will provide high-level engagement management and coordination across the Corporate Platforms Department. Corporate Platforms is responsible for S&P Global's strategic evolution of commercial, people, and finance technology platforms, capabilities, frameworks, and operational processes. Responsibilities and Impact: Lead strategic program management initiatives across Corporate Platforms, establishing operational systems that drive organizational alignment and successful outcomes Partner with Head of Business Management on strategic planning and execution, coordinating division leads to ensure resource visibility and portfolio cohesion Manage vendor relationships and procurement processes for Corporate Platforms Technology, including contract coordination, timeline tracking, and comprehensive documentation Analyze and consolidate financial data across multiple platforms, producing executive reports and forecasts using advanced tools including Excel, Power BI, and AI-driven solutions Plan and execute high-visibility internal events, training sessions, and innovation initiatives such as Hackathons, demonstrating exceptional presentation skills and stakeholder engagement Own departmental communications including internal newsletters, SharePoint sites, employee engagement activities, and central calendar management with direct exposure to senior leadership Basic Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, or related field with 7-10 years of progressive experience in program management or business operations Proven experience in vendor management and procurement processes, including contract negotiation, timeline coordination, and stakeholder relationship management Advanced proficiency in financial analysis and reporting tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar business intelligence platforms (such as Tableau, Qlik, or Looker) Demonstrated expertise in project management methodologies with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously Strong presentation and communication skills with experience creating executive-level reports and facilitating meetings with senior leadership Ability to work from the local office 9 days per month with occasional travel for business events and stakeholder meetings. 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. S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, “pre-employment training” or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activity here. ----------------------------------------------------------- Equal Opportunity Employer S&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_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf ----------------------------------------------------------- 202 - Middle Professional (EEO Job Group) (inactive), 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), OPRTON202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group) S&P Global delivers Essential Intelligence® that shapes decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. As part of our team, you’ll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic program management initiatives across Corporate Platforms and manage vendor relationships and procurement processes. Analyze financial data and produce executive reports while planning high-visibility internal events and managing departmental communications.