Let's begin! VP Compliance- AI Technology

At Moodys we unite the brightest minds to turn todays risks into tomorrows opportunities. We do this by striving to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome to be who they arewith the freedom to exchange ideas think innovatively and listen to each other and customers in meaningful ways. Moodys is transforming how the world sees risk. As a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment were advancing AI to move from insight to actionenabling 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

• Applicants should have 10 years of relevant experience with a background in building technology solutions preferably supporting Compliance or other control functions
• Hands-on experience developing AI and GenAI-powered applications is a must
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Experience working in an agile environment
• Direct management of software developers
• Collaborative problem solver who excels in a fast paced environment
• Creative outside of the box thinker with an aptitude for rapid evolution

Education

• BS/MS in Computer Science is required.

Responsibilities
Moodys Compliance Department is seeking a Vice President of the IT Support Team. The Vice President will have direct management oversight of a team of Compliance technology professionals to develop and maintain various systems and automated workflows supporting the global Compliance function.

• Develop enhance and maintain Compliance technology solutions to support Surveillance and Monitoring Securities Trading Conflicts Office Program Office Investigations Policies Training and other Compliance functions.
• Lead the deployment of Moodys AI platform capabilities across compliance workflows enabling automation intelligent decision-making and scalable risk management.
• Design and implement AI-driven solutions that reduce manual low-value compliance activities freeing up resources for strategic initiatives.
• Stay abreast of rapid developments in AI/ML and GenAI. Evaluate emerging technologies and lead their integration into Moodys compliance infrastructure.
• Establish and oversee frameworks for responsible AI use including risk assessments transparency protocols and ethical guidelines aligned with regulatory expectations.
• Partner with Legal Risk Technology and Data Science teams to ensure AI solutions meet compliance standards and align to the MCO AI strategic plan.
• Define and track KPIs for AI-enabled compliance processes. Report insights to senior leadership and recommend continuous improvements.

About the team
The Compliance IT Support Team is responsible for development enhancement and maintenance of technology solutions across the global Compliance function. By joining our team you will be part of exciting work in the Compliance team working along a best-in-class team of professionals.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is$163300.00-$236800.00 depending on factors such as experience education level skills and location. This range is based on a full-time addition to base salary this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moodys 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.

Moodys 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 statussexual orientation gender identity gender expression genetic information physical or mental disability military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Moodys 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 . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications

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This position may be considered a promotional opportunity pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.

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