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S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.\n\nBeyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.\n\nFor more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries\nGlobal Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:\nAt 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.\nRecruitment Fraud Alert:\nIf you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to . 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