AVP - CSS (Methodology Development Group)

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead low and medium methodology development projects and collaborate across teams to ensure analytical robustness and transparency.
• Lead projects using Agile principles to develop sector and cross-sector methodologies and assessment frameworks.
• Collaborate with MMDG teams, other CSS teams, and rating teams to ensure analytical robustness and transparency.
• Author methodology documents that meet internal standards and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare submission packages for Methodology Review Group approval.
• Assist with ad-hoc quantitative and analytical projects.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.

Requirements

• 5-6 years of experience in credit analysis, preferably within Structured Finance.
• Strong quantitative skills and analytical problem-solving ability.
• Very good written and oral communication skills with logical, well-structured writing.
• Ability to coordinate across diverse analytical viewpoints and work collaboratively across teams.
• Highly organized, disciplined, and efficient in managing workflow and priorities.
• Strong team player with proactive, flexible, and ethical approach.
• Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
• Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree in economics, finance, business, or other quantitative field preferred.
• CFA designation is a plus.

About The Team

Our Methodology Development Group (MDG) team is responsible for creating and publishing rating methodologies used globally across all sectors and asset classes. By joining our team, you will contribute to developing robust analytical frameworks that support Moody’s Ratings’ commitment to transparency and consistency. We embrace innovation and responsible AI adoption to enhance methodology development and operational efficiency.

Pay

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $163,300.00 - $236,800.00, 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Parental leave.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities.
• Life, disability, and accident insurance.
• Discounted employee stock purchase plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.