Analysts research, collect and manage corporate, financial, industry, market and merger information for companies in SNL’s covered industries. They support a demanding client base by developing subject matter expertise. To prepare for this role, Analysts participate in a five-week on-site training program focused on SNL products, covered industries, standard procedures and data management best practices.

Requirements for success include: computer proficiency, strong communication skills, attention to detail, flexibility, organization, problem-solving abilities and a genuine desire to exceed client expectations. Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance or Accounting required. Our next training program will begin in November 2009.

Assistant News Editors work alongside and assist the news desk editor in editing and managing a global workflow that encompasses multiple remote offices and full 24/7 coverage in a real-time internet publishing environment.

Requirements for success include: significant financial and/or business writing experience, editing experience, strong working knowledge of the capital markets, and an ability to compile complex information and materials from a variety of sources to produce a product within strict deadlines. The ideal candidate is available to work 11am-8pm. Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English or a related field, or equivalent education and experience required.

Associate Account Managers are client-focused, highly organized contributors on our Client Services team, responsible for arranging and delivering training sessions to current and new users of SNL products. In collaboration with and support of our Account Managers, the Associate Account Managers also assist with travel planning and coordinate client meetings.

Requirements for success include: a high level of demonstrated initiative, relational management skills, intermediate level of computer skills, and proficiency in MS Office software. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience required.

SNL Financial affiliate SNL Center for Financial Education is the leading sector-specific financial training provider. Talented, motivated people help to expand our products, improve our processes and implement our programs. The Associate Director develops, markets and delivers unique and substantive training programs and conferences to a diverse audience of industry professionals in the financial services sector. If you have a background in capital markets, financial analysis, investor relations and/or training, we'd like to talk to you. Please view an extensive job description at: snlcenter.com/careers.

The Associate Product Manager drives usability, increases market penetration and secures and retains clients of SNL’s product platforms through research, analysis and adoption of best-in-class user interface design process. The position involves (1) meeting with customers to identify product enhancements and to increase customer demand for and usage of the product, (2) designing style guides and platform specifications standards, and (3) defining business requirements for product development and then executing that strategy.

Budgeting and Planning Analysts assist in preparation of the annual operating budget (expense trending/historical analysis), assemble financial data for reports that measure company performance at individual, departmental and company-wide levels and provide financial analysis and solutions to support the business planning and decision making processes.

Business Systems Analysts supervise the planning, organization, support and maintenance for assigned product developments. They interface with co-workers (project managers, analysts, quality assurance testers and software developers) and clients in order to create and enhance products.

Copy Editors ensure the accuracy, clarity and consistency of news stories for SNL’s real-time interactive Web site and daily newsletters.

The Manager of Network Engineering manages the planning, configuration, installation, systems management, and coordination of enterprise LANs/WANs, ensuring a cost-effective and efficient infrastructure that will provide the processing power essential to business unit and departmental operations.

Requirements for success include: four years of progressively responsible information services experience with demonstrated knowledge in design and implementation of corporate networks; staff and technical project team management and familiarity with administration of a Microsoft Windows environment, fluency in TCP/IP and switch and router concepts. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field (or equivalent education and experience) required. Cisco and project management certifications highly desirable.

Product Managers accelerate the usage of SNL products, increase market penetration, retain clients and ultimately grow the overall product business for their assigned industry group. Specific duties include (1) defining and executing the product strategy to drive usage, new sales, renewals and continue to improve the accessibility of SNL data, (2) defining functional requirements and wire frames required for evolving the product and content to meet the needs of SNL's clients and (3) manage and grow the product P&L to meet budgeted usage and financial targets. Other responsibilities include managing the internal launch of platform products, establishing effective marketing programs, providing support to sales & account management and regularly meeting with clients to define future needs

Requirements for success include: leadership, organization and time management skills; understanding of and experience in product management, strategic planning and business development. Solid understanding of financial concepts and statements, as well as advanced knowledge of MS Excel and a basic understanding of SQL and/or Access preferred.

Project Managers participate in the scoping of proposed enhancements, and work with Content Managers, Product Managers, and other Project Managers to turn business requirements into actionable developer specifications. Additional responsibilities include end-to-end specification, development, testing, and release of project deliverables.

Requirements for success include: excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills; ability to communicate well with IT staff as well as non technical staff; and knowledge of relational databases, project management disciplines and SQL. Accounting background as well as experience with Great Plains, Softrax and fixed asset software desirable.

Hands-on manager needed to lead multinational team (3 locations worldwide) responsible for the following functions of a subscription-based business model: order entry, renewals, invoicing, collections, cancellations, refunds, and maintenance of product SKUs (new and existing). Other principal responsibilities: analyze customer service levels and subscription processes; oversee subscriptions management system; resolve complete order and billing issues. Reports into Finance organization and works closely with internal sales, account management and accounting teams as well as with external customers.

Successful candidates will possess a high level of demonstrated customer service skills, intermediate proficiency utilizing MS Office software, excellent organizational skills and an attention to detail. Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education and experience required. Five to 10 years of direct billing operations and accounts receivable experience preferred. CRM experience a plus.

Quality Assurance Analysts plan and execute software testing activities and enforce product development processes in collaboration with both technical (IT) and non-technical colleagues.

Requirements for success include: strong written and verbal communication skills, high-level understanding of data driven web applications (Internet and Client–Server), databases and programming and/or project management disciplines, and SQL. Bachelor’s degree in a systems-related area, quantitative field or business required; experience in an IT Quality Assurance-related environment preferred.

Financial Reporters research and write news stories for SNL’s real-time interactive Web site and daily newsletters. They constantly publish proprietary reporting that seeks to add insight to the main stories of the day. These same reporters are also aggressively seeking to be the first to break big stories within their covered sector.

Software Developers design, develop, and support applications and technologies, including software, to meet user requirements. Developers collaborate with product managers to take product specifications and create high-performance applications.

Financial Reporters research and write news stories for SNL’s real-time interactive Web site and daily newsletters. They constantly publish proprietary reporting that seeks to add insight to the main stories of the day. These same reporters are also aggressively seeking to be the first to break big stories within the Energy sector.

The position involves phone and face-to-face interviews, as well as some travel to attend conferences and other industry events.

Requirements for success include: strong written and verbal communication skills, creativity, familiarity with financial markets, knowledge of AP style, and computer proficiency. Bachelor’s degree in English or Journalism or equivalent experience required; 3+ years of energy industry reporting experience, preferably covering natural gas. Submit writing sample with cover letter and resume.

Software Developers design, develop, and support applications and technologies, including software, to meet user requirements. Developers collaborate with product managers to take product specifications and create high-performance applications.

Account Managers foster relationships with our existing clients. Working with money managers, investment banks, consulting firms and financial institutions, our Account Managers conduct onsite and online training, grow the customer base and provide best-in-class customer service.

Assistant News Editors work alongside and assist the news desk editor in editing and managing a global workflow that encompasses multiple remote offices and full 24/7 coverage in a real-time internet publishing environment.

Requirements for success include: significant financial and/or business writing experience, editing experience, strong working knowledge of the capital markets, and an ability to compile complex information and materials from a variety of sources to produce a product within strict deadlines. Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English or a related field, or equivalent experience required.

The FP&A Analyst prepares reports that measure SNL performance at individual, departmental, and company-wide levels.  Responsibilities include assembling financial data for monthy reports, assisting in preparation of the annual operating budget, and providing periodic financial analysis and solutions to support the business planning and decision making processes.

Requirements for success include: strong analytical abilities and advanced knowledge of Excel; good communication skills;. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related field, or equivalent education and experience required; MBA degree preferred. 2+ years finance and/or general accounting experience and exposure to automated financial systems, automated fulfillment systems, and data gathering/querying from different systems a plus. 

Database Developers are responsible for SNL database administration, including backup and recovery procedures, query optimization, maintenance, replication management, security administration, installation and upgrades and research into new database technologies. 

Requirements for success include: good communication skills; strong understanding of and experience with SQL Administration; knowledge of C# and ASP.NET a plus. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent education and experience required; 2+ years experience in database administration preferred.

The IT Data Specialist manages and runs multiple, simultaneous, automated processes that directly impact the information published in SNL’s products. These processes are time-sensitive and require running a series of data collection and processing programs in a specific sequence each evening. As processing issues or errors are encountered, the Specialist contacts technical experts and coordinates issue resolution. The Specialist is a key contributor on the Network Services team.

Requirements for success include: good knowledge of and demonstrated ability to comprehend written and spoken English; computer proficiency; attention to detail; problem-solving and multi-tasking abilities; and a commitment to accuracy. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience required; professional experience in operations, batch processing and mainframe operations preferred.  

Evening/Night Shift required (11:30 AM – 8:30 AM); occasional overtime based on monthly processing demands.

Quality Assurance Analysts plan and execute software testing activities and enforce product development processes in collaboration with both technical (IT) and non-technical colleagues.

Requirements for success include: strong written and verbal communication skills, high-level understanding of data driven web applications (Internet and Client–Server), databases and programming and/or project management disciplines, and SQL. Bachelor’s degree in a systems-related area, quantitative field or business required; experience in an IT Quality Assurance-related environment preferred.

The Recruiter coordinates and manages full life cycle recruiting for assigned positions, utilizing a variety of recruiting methods to identify, engage and attract top-performing professionals.

Requirements for success include: intimate knowledge of recruiting best practices, sound market intelligence, and robust networks; familiarity with the design and execution of effective recruitment strategies for a variety of positions that span multiple business units (IT, Finance, Analysis, Client Support, HR); entrepreneurial spirit, fluency in written and spoken English, excellent customer service, and a genuine desire to collaborate with a global team. Bachelor's degree and 4+ years of experience sourcing and recruiting candidates required; Masters degree in Human Resources preferred.

Software Developers design, develop, and support applications and technologies, including software, to meet user requirements. Developers collaborate with product managers to take product specifications and create high-performance applications.

Analysts collect and manage corporate, financial, industry, market and merger information for companies in SNL’s covered industries. They support a demanding client base by developing subject matter expertise. To prepare for this role, Analysts are trained on SNL products, covered industries, standard procedures and data management best practices.

Requirements for success include: computer proficiency, strong communication skills, attention to detail, flexibility, organization, problem-solving abilities and a genuine desire to exceed client expectations. Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance or Accounting or equivalent education and experience required.

Newswriters monitor various news wires, newspapers and company Web sites to gather information and write articles about the companies within SNL’s covered industries. They also investigate and facilitate in abstractions of newsworthy items in SEC documents. This information is published on SNL’s real-time interactive Web site and in daily newsletters.

Requirements for success include: effective written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, familiarity with financial markets, knowledge of AP style, computer proficiency and good understanding of English grammar, vocabulary and punctuation. Bachelor’s degree and Journalism-related experience preferred. Experience compiling information and materials from a variety of sources to produce a product within strict deadlines a plus.

Assistant News Editors work alongside and assist the news desk editor in editing and managing a global workflow that encompasses multiple remote offices and full 24/7 coverage in a real-time internet publishing environment.

Requirements for success include: significant financial and/or business writing experience, editing experience, strong working knowledge of the capital markets, and an ability to compile complex information and materials from a variety of sources to produce a product within strict deadlines. Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English or a related field required.

Analysts collect and manage corporate, financial, industry, market and merger information for companies in SNL’s covered industries. They support a demanding client base by developing subject matter expertise. To prepare for this role, Analysts are trained on SNL products, covered industries, standard procedures and data management best practices.

Requirements for success include: computer proficiency, strong communication skills, attention to detail, flexibility, organization, problem-solving abilities and a genuine desire to exceed client expectations. Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance or Accounting or equivalent education and experience required.

The IT Data Specialist manages and runs multiple, simultaneous, automated processes that directly impact the information published in SNL’s products. These processes are time-sensitive and require running a series of data collection and processing programs in a specific sequence each evening. As processing issues or errors are encountered, the Specialist contacts technical experts and coordinates issue resolution. The Specialist is a key contributor on the Network Services team.

Requirements for success include: good knowledge of and demonstrated ability to comprehend written and spoken English; computer proficiency; attention to detail; problem-solving and multi-tasking abilities; and a commitment to accuracy. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience required; professional experience in operations, batch processing and mainframe operations preferred.  

Evening/Night Shift required (11:30 AM – 8:30 AM); occasional overtime based on monthly processing demands.

Newswriters monitor various news wires, newspapers and company Web sites to gather information and write articles about the companies within SNL’s covered industries. They also investigate and facilitate in abstractions of newsworthy items in SEC documents. This information is published on SNL’s real-time interactive Web site and in daily newsletters.

Requirements for success include: effective written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, familiarity with financial markets, knowledge of AP style, computer proficiency and good understanding of English grammar, vocabulary and punctuation. Bachelor’s degree and Journalism-related experience preferred. Experience compiling information and materials from a variety of sources to produce a product within strict deadlines a plus.