Let's begin! Senior Vice President (Leveraged Finance)
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Job Summary
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
- 12 years of experience in leveraged finance credit analysis investment banking or a related financial services field with a strong track record in credit ratings risk management and senior leadership roles across EMEA
- Strong people management and leadership capabilities including experience setting clear objectives managing performance providing regular feedback and fostering an inclusive high-performance culture across geographically dispersed teams
- Deep expertise in leveraged finance markets including high-yield bonds leveraged loans private credit and evolving capital markets across EMEA
- Strong analytical judgment with the ability to assess and interpret complex capital structures and transactions across diverse jurisdictions and regulatory environments
- Exceptional communication presentation and interpersonal skills with the credibility to represent Moodys at senior levels with external stakeholders
- Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with corporate issuers private equity sponsors intermediaries investors and media across multiple EMEA markets
- Demonstrated experience leading mentoring and developing high-performing geographically dispersed teams
- Strong collaboration skills with a track record of working effectively across regions functions and product lines within a global organisation
- Forward-thinking mindset with the ability to contribute to data digitalisation and process innovation initiatives
- Strong commitment to operational excellence risk management and regulatory compliance including familiarity with EMEA regulatory frameworks (e.g. ESMA FCA and other regional authorities)
- Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging AI tools and technologies to enhance analytical output and productivity with a commitment to responsible use and continuous learning
Education
- Bachelors degree in finance economics business or a related field; advanced degree preferred
Responsibilities
This role leads Moodys EMEA Leveraged Finance Research & Outreach strategy amplifying the franchises voice and strengthening market impact across the region.
- Execute the Corporate Finance Group (CFG) strategy for Leveraged Finance Research & Outreach across EMEA enhancing research publications digital assets thought leadership and market engagement
- Represent Moodys internally and externally clearly articulating the firms analytical perspectives on leveraged finance trends and credit risk across EMEA markets
- Serve as a subject-matter leader on leveraged finance themes identifying emerging regional and global trends and ensuring consistency in analytical viewpoints on complex transactions
- Maintain and expand strong relationships with key stakeholders including high-yield issuers private equity sponsors financial intermediaries investors media and regulatory bodies across EMEA
- Collaborate closely with regional leveraged finance teams sector rating groups and Commercial Strategy & Solutions (CSS) to drive analytical excellence innovation and coordination
- Partner with the Private Credit franchise to deliver a cohesive high-impact One Moodys approach to analysis and market engagement
- Lead and develop a team of leveraged finance professionals guiding research contributions mentoring analysts and supporting career development
- Serve as Rating Committee Chair and Credit Estimates approver ensuring analytical rigor and adherence to Moodys methodologies and policies
- Drive data digitalisation and process initiatives focused on standardisation harmonisation automation and operational efficiency across the region
- Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies maintaining the highest standards of integrity governance and risk management
About the Team
The EMEA Leveraged Finance team sits within Moodys Ratings Corporate Finance Group and plays a pivotal role in shaping the firms analytical and market-facing perspective across one of the most dynamic segments of the regional credit markets. Guided by the Global Head of Leveraged Finance the team works closely with rating analysts sector specialists private credit teams and global counterparts to deliver high-impact research market outreach and thought leadership.
Moodys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status sexual orientation gender expression gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
Candidates for Moodys Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moodys 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.
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About Company
Moody's CreditView is our flagship solution for global capital markets that incorporates credit ratings, research and data from Moody's Investors Service plus research, data and content from Moody's Analytics.
