Let's begin! AVP-Ratings (Project Finance & Infrastructure)
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Dallas, TX - USA
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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.
- 5 years of experience in credit analysis risk assessment or related financial services roles with strong knowledge of project finance assets and/or municipal debt markets; knowledge of both is preferred
- Strong quantitative aptitude with proven analytical and problem-solving skills applied to credit and risk assessment
- Solid understanding of financial reporting for project municipal or corporate entities with experience reviewing and interpreting financial statements
- Ability to exercise independent analytical judgment while ensuring credit quality rating consistency and robust analytical thinking across regions and sectors
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to present complex analysis clearly and persuasively to internal and external audiences
- Advanced IT competency including strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities build strong professional relationships and work effectively with minimal supervision
- 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
- Bachelors degree in finance economics accounting business or a similar technical field is required
- Masters degree CFA or similar professional certification is strongly desired
- Lead credit coverage for infrastructure and project finance issuers including municipal infrastructure entities such as airports public power systems toll roads and seaports as well as project finance transactions
- Conduct initial and ongoing in-depth fundamental credit analysis to support the assignment and maintenance of credit ratings
- Ensure rating accuracy and analytical rigor for assigned credits through the consistent application of established methodologies and sound professional judgment
- Prepare and present rating recommendations to rating committees and other internal analytical forums
- Participate actively in rating committees across the sector contributing to analytical discussions and promoting rating consistency across regions and sectors
- Research write and publish high-quality analytical commentary on credit trends rating opinions and topical credit issues
- Maintain and develop relationships with issuers investors bankers and other market participants through regular interactions and market engagement
- Lead meetings with senior management from issuing entities and respond to investor and intermediary inquiries regarding analytical views and sector developments
- Represent the organization by presenting analysis and insights at industry conferences investor events and other external forums
- Contribute to sector initiatives research projects and methodology-related work as a subject-matter expert
- Actively leverage AI and digital tools to enhance analytical processes productivity and research output
- Perform all duties with a high degree of independence collaborating with the team leader and managing director as needed
For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $145400.00-$210800.00 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.
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.
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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.
For more information on the Securities Trading Program please refer to the Securities Trading Policy on Moodys Compliance Expo page
Please note: STP categories are assigned by the hiring teams and are subject to change over the course of an employees tenure with Moodys.
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.
