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Software Developer III

Ahmedabad, India

SNL Financial seeks a senior-level developer to design and develop applications. Must be able to interact with product managers to take product specifications and create high-performance applications. Successful candidate will be proficient in Windows Forms and ASP.NET development using C#, including knowledge of ADO.NET, SQL, HTML, XML, and scripting languages. Candidate will have previous relational database experience as well as extensive experience working in all phases of development cycle within a team environment. BS in Computer Science or Engineering (or equivalent experience or foreign degree) and at least four years development experience. Experience developing add-ins for Microsoft Office applications is a plus.


Account Executive - REITs	Charlottesville, VA
Fostering client relationships is the most important function for our AEs; knowing our product and its capabilities is another. Our Real Estate clients include money managers with investments in REITs, investment banks, and real estate companies themselves. As an AE, your role will be to train our clients - on-site and online - so they can do their jobs better. If you have a background in finance, an understanding of real estate investment companies and a passion for superior client service, let's talk.


Analyst	Charlottesville, VA
SNL Financial seeks analysts to join its Research and Content teams in October 2008. Analysts research, collect and manage corporate, financial, industry, market and merger information for companies in the Banking, Energy, Insurance, Real Estate, Financial Services and Media & Communications sectors. This information is showcased in SNL's flagship database products: SNLxl and SNL Interactive. Analysts support a demanding client base by developing subject matter expertise, guaranteeing data integrity, providing training, and enhancing product content and functionality. Analysts will participate in a six-week on-site training program, focused on SNL products, industries, standard procedures and data management. The position requires computer proficiency, strong communication skills, attention to detail, flexibility, organization, problem-solving abilities, and a desire to exceed client expectations. BA/BS in Economics, Finance, Accounting or Mathematics preferred.


Associate Director, Financial Institutions Research - Banking	Charlottesville, VA
Responsible for conceptualizing and developing SNL's Banking products to be 'best-in-class' in the information marketplace. Leverage SNL resources to drive and increase user adoption and reliance. Substantially increase user base and overall usage of banking information. Serve as senior manager in the financial institutions group, lending expertise and experience to the operations and continued improvement of SNL's financial institutions product line as a whole, with a focus on the bank and thrift information market. Requirements: Three to five years investment banking or equity/fixed income research experience. Demonstrated leadership ability and experience managing others. BA/BS in Finance, Economics or related field. Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel; basic understanding of SQL or Access preferred.

Associate Product Manager - Platforms

Charlottesville, VA

SNL’s Research & Product Management team seeks an Associate Product Manager to drive usability, increase market penetration and secure and retain clients of SNL’s product platforms through research, analysis and adoption of best-in-class user interface design process. The Associate Product Manager (1) meets with customers to identify product enhancements and to increase customer demand for and usage of the product, (2) designs style guides and platform specifications standards, and (3) defines business requirements for product development and then executes on that strategy

The successful Associate Product Manager is proficient in user interface design process and exhibits these skills: strategic planning and organization, communication and presentation, a solid understanding of financial statements and financial concepts, market research/analytical and technical skills to support the product development process and lifecycle. Excellent MS Office skills and proficiency in HTML, CSS, Dreamweaver, Viso and Paintshop, JavaScript, and Webtrends desired.


Copy Editor	Charlottesville, VA
If u can reed this, u kan haf a gud job. It’s not as easy as it looks. Editing and fact-checking copy produced by our News department requires accuracy, timeliness, clarity and precision. If you read newspapers with a red pen in your hand, and spelling errors and poor grammar send chills down your spine, come work with us. Bachelor’s degree in English or Journalism, as well as experience in publishing and/or editing, preferred. Must be available to work M-F, 12-8PM or 2-10PM.


Energy Research Analysts	Charlottesville, VA
SNL Energy seeks Research Analysts with power and/or natural gas industry experience to join our growing team. The positions will revolve around database maintenance of power plant data collection and fuels information, including contracts, deliveries, and sources. Positions include coordination with product management, sales and support, internal systems, etc. Experience within the energy industry, or with energy data collection, as well as product development skills, preferred. Basic to intermediate proficiency using MS Office products essential. Access and SQL skills beneficial.


GIS Internship	Charlottesville, VA
SNL's Product Development division is seeking a candidate for a paid GIS Internship at SNL's home office in Charlottesville, VA. The intern will focus on research, data collection, cartography and the creation of geospatial data within the ArcGIS environment. The ideal candidate will be seeking a degree in GIS or Geography from an accredited college or university. Related degrees will be considered.


Project Manager	Charlottesville, VA
SNL's Product Management team seeks a Project Manager to coordinate planning and organization for its product line. This includes gathering input from data collection groups and industry research staff. The project manager develops detailed product specifications and project plans. Requirements include two years of project/product management experience, SQL and database knowledge, and knowledge of web design and web products.


Reporter	Charlottesville, VA
SNL Financial's news team seeks an aggressive and creative financial reporter to research and write news stories for real-time interactive Web site and daily newsletters. Degree in English or Journalism, as well as familiarity with financial markets, preferred, but not required for the candidate who possesses the right mix of initiative, intelligence and commitment. Writing test required. Submit writing sample with cover letter and resume.


Senior Analyst, Energy	Charlottesville, VA
The Senior Analyst is responsible for the timely, accurate and comprehensive collection of financial, market, and descriptive information covered by the Energy M&A group. Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and enhancement of the data set. Approves low and high sensitivity data. Provides training for new employees and serves as a resource to Analysts. Principal Duties include entering and approving data sets collected for applicable companies and industries; reviewing and approving financial, institution and other non-financial data sets collected; provide meaningful feedback to analyst responsible for data entry; completes daily maintenance of assigned datasets, as well as quarterly production requirements. Keeps up-to-date in knowledge of datasets and develops expertise in the area of Energy company, plant, operating and M&A data. Provides input and ideas for new collection methods and product enhancements related to datasets. Troubleshoots problems or issues and provides feedback to co-workers. Works closely with other departments to improve the data and collection procedures and to increase standardization within Energy M&A and across all M&A datasets. Calls assigned company staff directly for assistance in understanding the information that has been collected and to request additional information. Reviews daily faxes and information collected. Provides training for new employees and serves as a resource to analysts. Assists other staff as required. Ideal candidates will present with a Four-year degree in business or related field or equivalent education and experience, as well as two years of prior experience in an analyst capacity. Preferred experience includes knowledge of accounting/finance; prior database experience; experience in the financial services industry and knowledge of accounting principles.


Senior Analyst, Financial Planning & Analysis	Charlottesville, VA
Can't get enough numbers? Expert in data-mining? Advanced in Excel? We need someone who's strong in forecasting, revenue and cost variance analysis, and business case modeling. Four-year degree in a finance related field. Five years of applicable work experience, including exposure to automated financial systems, detailed financial analysis of financial statements and previous supervisory responsibilities. Demonstrated strong analytical skills, ability to successfully perform independent in-depth analysis, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.


Senior Business Systems Analyst	Charlottesville, VA
Experienced with business systems? Outgoing? Task-oriented? Tell us about your 5-10 years of experience and we'll engage you in a role that's a 70/30 split working between business analysis and project management. Critical skills include CRM process and requirements analysis plus SQL; must be comfortable and have experience collaborating with technical and business stakeholders to find sensible solutions for complex issues. Project management certification helpful.

Senior Industry Analyst, Statutory Insurance

Charlottesville, VA

SNL seeks applicants for a senior industry analyst position within its insurance industry research team. Position entails building and managing a “best-in-class” statutory reinsurance data product, as well as providing additional focus to SNL’s entire insurance product offering. Contribute to the design of product pages and analytical templates, leverage SNL resources to drive user adoption and reliance, and ensure overall product quality.

Requirements: Two to ten years experience following the P&C insurance/reinsurance sector, with strong command of statutory Schedule F data. Applicable experience includes working for a reinsurer or other insurance company, reinsurance brokerage, fixed income or equity analysis, investment banking and advisory work, actuarial work, or related experience. BA/BS in Finance, Economics or a related field. Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel.


Senior Reporter	Charlottesville, VA
SNL is looking for a seasoned financial reporter with experience covering the financial services, capital markets or insurance sectors to join its Charlottesville-based news team. The Senior Reporter will cultivate a network of contacts, attend conferences and other industry events and leverage SNL's unique data franchise to generate proprietary reporting and analysis pieces in their beat(s). This position requires significant financial and/or business writing experience, as well as a BA/BS in Journalism, English, or a related field. Must possess a strong working knowledge of the capital markets, and be able to compile complex information and materials from a variety of sources to produce a product within strict deadlines.


Senior Program Manager - SNL Center for Financial Education	Charlottesville, VA
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 Program Manager 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 and forward resume and cover letter to our Human Resources Department at: opportunities@SNL.com. EOE.

Reporter I

Islamabad, Pakistan

SNL Financial seeks reporters to research a variety of news stories on the companies SNL covers. Reporters check news wires and read through regulatory documents, newspapers and company websites then conduct interviews and investigate and write a variety of articles. Requirements include a BA/BS in English, writing or relevant experience. Any journalism-related experience or experience compiling information and materials from a variety of sources to produce a product within strict deadlines preferred. Competency in MS Office software. Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within finance industry helpful. Good understanding of grammar, vocabulary and punctuation. Effective communication skills, both oral and written. Meticulous attention to detail. Commitment to producing quality product; deadline conscious. Excellent planning and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Must be a self-starter. Evening and/or weekend work required during earnings season or peak publishing periods.

Senior Reporter

New York, NY

SNL Financial LC, a premier financial content company, is looking for seasoned financial reporters with experience covering the financial services, capital markets or insurance sectors to join its New York-based news team. The Senior Reporters will cultivate a network of contacts on Wall Street, attend conferences and other industry events and leverage SNL's unique data franchise to generate proprietary reporting and analysis pieces in their beat(s).

This position requires significant financial and/or business writing experience, as well as a BA/BS in Journalism, English, or a related field. Must possess a strong working knowledge of the capital markets, and be able to compile complex information and materials from a variety of sources to produce a product within strict deadlines. Please submit writing sample with cover letter and resume.

Senior Insurance Database Sales Executive

New York, NY

SNL Financial seeks a seasoned Insurance Database Sales Executive to build solid business relationships with the companies we cover in the insurance industry. Responsibilities include achieving maximum sales profitability and growth by effectively selling SNL’s Statutory Insurance data products and services; travel to client sites to discuss SNL products, services provided, and client needs.

Bachelor's Degree preferred or equivalent education and experience. Two to five years of experience in sales preferred, ideally selling statutory insurance information products. Strong understanding of the finance industry and marketing and sales of financial services and products to customer base. Intermediate level of computer skills and proficiency in MS Office software.

This position will ideally be based out of our New York office, but we are willing to consider basing this person out of Boston, Massachusetts.

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