Let's begin! Assistant Vice President EMEA Regulatory Affairs

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

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial services policy regulation government affairs or a related field
• Experience drafting consultation responses policy papers regulatory filings or equivalent analytical work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English with the ability to distil complex policy issues into concise actionable briefings
• Ability to build effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and external contacts at various levels of seniority
• Well-organised and able to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
• Familiarity with credit rating agency regulation capital markets policy or related financial services frameworks preferred
• Familiarity with insurance regulatory issues preferred
• Existing network of contacts within government regulatory or industry circles preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges. Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use

Education

• Bachelors degree in law public policy economics political science finance international relations or a related discipline required
• Postgraduate qualification in law public policy economics or a related discipline preferred

Responsibilities

The AVP EMEA Regulatory Affairs supports Moodys Government Public and Regulatory Affairs strategy across the EMEA region through stakeholder engagement thought leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

• Support the SVP in managing relationships with EMEA regulators governments trade associations and other relevant third parties; provide analytical support to expand coverage of insurance issues throughout the region working with the VP for insurance regulatory affairs
• Prepare briefing materials talking points and background research ahead of senior-level external meetings and events; attend and where appropriate represent Moodys at industry forums working groups conferences and stakeholder events
• Identify opportunities to engage with officials and stakeholders who influence the EMEA regulatory landscape and recommend engagement strategies to the SVP
• Contribute to thought leadership content that positions Moodys perspectives on topics of interest to EMEA policymakers and regulators; support the development of policy briefing documents testimony and other materials that advance Moodys objectives in the EMEA region
• Work closely with colleagues in Legal Compliance Communications and the business lines to ensure regulatory positions are commercially informed and internally aligned
• Support the wider Government Public and Regulatory Affairs team on cross-regional projects and initiatives as needed especially in relation to insurance regulatory affairs
• Contribute to the global functioning of the Government Public and Regulatory Affairs team by sharing insights on regulatory developments and participating in cross-regional coordination

About the Team

Moodys Government Public and Regulatory Affairs team is a global strategic function within Global Corporate Affairs reporting directly to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer. The team is responsible for providing expertise in government relations public policy regulatory analysis and geopolitical affairs that inform Moodys strategy commercial activities and risk management across all business lines and markets. The team shapes Moodys positions on regulatory policy worldwide builds and maintains relationships with governments regulators and multilateral institutions and advances thought leadership that strengthens Moodys reputation with policymakers. By joining our team you will be part of high-impact work spanning EMEA and global markets including emerging policy areas such as artificial intelligence digital finance insurance regulatory reform and sustainable finance where the team actively contributes to shaping Moodys forward-looking engagement strategy.

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.