Job Description
At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today's risks into tomorrow's opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are-with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody's is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we're advancing AI to move from insight to action-enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.
If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Solid verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment and effectively prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines
- Familiarity with debt capital markets through coursework and/or relevant work experience preferred
- Prior experience reviewing financial and legal documentation
- Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies
- Detail-oriented with the ability to apply established guidelines, procedures, and criteria accurately
- Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency. Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field
- Review lengthy debt documents, pricing supplements, and rating-relevant provisions to support the rating assignment process
- Apply established rules, guidelines, and procedures to assigned issuances submitted for rating consideration
- Determine qualification using defined criteria for existing published ratings or identify when additional analysis is required by the Lead Analyst
- Facilitate collection of required documentation and monitor news wires and market vendors for relevant debt market developments
- Support comprehensive issuance portfolio management and issuer relationship management activities as needed
- Research, identify, and escalate issuance discrepancies or conflicts and summarize findings for the Lead Analyst
- Interact with issuers, investors, and intermediaries as part of the rating process and provide timely responses to inquiries
- Develop knowledge of financial instruments, rating policies, and market practices while demonstrating flexibility in managing changing priorities and deadlines
For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is$56,200.00-$81,550.00, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody's also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.
Moody's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status,sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody's also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications
For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement.
Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody's Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.
Moody’s Corporation is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, 38 U.S.C. 4212 (VEVRAA), which requires Government contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment: (1) disabled veterans; (2) recently separated veterans; (3) active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans; and (4) Armed Forces service medal veterans.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
We Request Priority Protected Veteran and Disabled Referrals for all of our locations
Please contact Donna Hutchinson, Assistant Vice President, Talent Attraction for any questions regarding this listing.
At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today's risks into tomorrow's opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they are-with the freedom to exchange ideas, think innovatively, and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moody's is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, we're advancing AI to move from insight to action-enabling intelligence that not only understands complexity but responds to it. We decode risk to unlock opportunity, helping our clients navigate uncertainty with clarity, speed, and confidence.
If you are excited about this opportunity but do not meet every single requirement, please apply! You still may be a great fit for this role or other open roles. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Solid verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to adapt to a changing environment and effectively prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines
- Familiarity with debt capital markets through coursework and/or relevant work experience preferred
- Prior experience reviewing financial and legal documentation
- Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies
- Detail-oriented with the ability to apply established guidelines, procedures, and criteria accurately
- Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency. Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field
- Review lengthy debt documents, pricing supplements, and rating-relevant provisions to support the rating assignment process
- Apply established rules, guidelines, and procedures to assigned issuances submitted for rating consideration
- Determine qualification using defined criteria for existing published ratings or identify when additional analysis is required by the Lead Analyst
- Facilitate collection of required documentation and monitor news wires and market vendors for relevant debt market developments
- Support comprehensive issuance portfolio management and issuer relationship management activities as needed
- Research, identify, and escalate issuance discrepancies or conflicts and summarize findings for the Lead Analyst
- Interact with issuers, investors, and intermediaries as part of the rating process and provide timely responses to inquiries
- Develop knowledge of financial instruments, rating policies, and market practices while demonstrating flexibility in managing changing priorities and deadlines
For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is$56,200.00-$81,550.00, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody's also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.
Moody's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status,sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody's also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications
For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.
Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement.
Candidates for Moody's Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody's Policy for Securities Trading and the requirements of the position. Employment is contingent upon compliance with the Policy, including remediation of positions in those holdings as necessary.
Moody’s Corporation is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, 38 U.S.C. 4212 (VEVRAA), which requires Government contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment: (1) disabled veterans; (2) recently separated veterans; (3) active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans; and (4) Armed Forces service medal veterans.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor
We Request Priority Protected Veteran and Disabled Referrals for all of our locations
Please contact Donna Hutchinson, Assistant Vice President, Talent Attraction for any questions regarding this listing.
About Moody's
In a world shaped by increasingly interconnected risks, Moody’s helps customers develop a holistic view of these risks to advance their business and act decisively. With a rich history of expertise in global markets and a diverse workforce in more than 40 countries, Moody’s unites the brightest minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities.