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Moody's Corporation

AVP Mgr-Ratings & Research Support GCC

Moody's Corporation · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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  • On site
  • Full-time
  • $150,000 / year
  • Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Job highlights

  • Lead teams in ratings and research support.
  • Manage data, analysis, and research processes.
  • Drive process improvements and stakeholder relations.
  • Develop and retain junior analytical talent.
  • Utilize AI for efficiency and insight.

About the role

About Moody's

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.

Skills And Competencies

  • 8+ yrs in credit/financial analysis and team leadership
  • Extensive working knowledge of applicable methodologies with ability to perform holistic analysis to support ratings and research with limited guidance for many advanced/bespoke tasks
  • Proficient in technical and operational aspects of deliverables, with strong organizational and multitasking skills to manage multiple projects independently.
  • Comfortably and professionally interact with various senior stakeholders on a wide range of topics
  • Experienced in mentoring and managing diverse teams with a dependable and collaborative approach
  • Fluent in English with excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal abilities
  • Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Basic understanding of AI concepts (Generative AI tools and Agentic AI systems etc) with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency leveraging these technologies for research, analysis, or workflow optimization.
  • Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Finance, Economics, or Business or qualified CACFA/ FRM preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage managers, people and projects supporting data, ratings, research, analytical outreach and apply technical knowledge to guide junior team members and lead process improvements.
  • Oversee all aspects of data intake, normalization, and processing with a focus on quality and consistency
  • Ensure timely, high-quality execution of complex BAU tasks (data, research, analytics, methodology, credit estimates)
  • Act as the primary point of accountability for team performance and deliverables
  • Conduct initial quality reviews, provide feedback/training, and uphold global standards
  • Manage workload allocation and pipeline to ensure timely completion
  • Drive process improvements, manage transitions, and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
  • Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects (e.g., methodology updates, transitions to RRS Global Capability Centers)
  • Attract, hire, develop, and retain high-performing junior analytical talent

About The Team

Being part of the RRS Global Capability Centers provides a unique opportunity to foster skills that are valuable to any future career in the financial services industry. The RRS GCC teams perform a range of data, analytical and research services that contribute to the overall credit analysis function performed by the structured finance rating groups. By joining our team, you will be part of exciting work in the global capability centers.

Moody’s 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 Moody’s Corporation may be asked to disclose securities holdings pursuant to Moody’s 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.

Key skills/competency

  • Ratings and Research Support
  • Credit Analysis
  • Financial Analysis
  • Team Leadership
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Data Management
  • AI Concepts
  • Risk Assessment
  • Credit Estimation

Skills & topics

  • AVP Manager
  • Ratings
  • Research Support
  • Credit Analysis
  • Financial Analysis
  • Team Leadership
  • Data Management
  • Process Improvement
  • AI
  • Financial Services

How to get hired

  • Tailor your resume: Highlight 8+ years in credit/financial analysis and team leadership, aligning with Moody's values.
  • Showcase AI curiosity: Emphasize your understanding and enthusiasm for AI tools in research and analysis.
  • Quantify achievements: Provide specific examples of leading teams, managing projects, and driving process improvements.
  • Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss stakeholder interaction, team management, and your approach to AI integration.
  • Research Moody's: Understand their role in risk assessment and their commitment to innovation and integrity.

Technical preparation

Master advanced Excel functions for financial analysis.,Familiarize yourself with credit rating methodologies.,Understand AI concepts like Generative AI.,Practice data intake and processing workflows.

Behavioral questions

Describe leading diverse teams successfully.,How do you handle senior stakeholder interactions?,Give an example of a process improvement you drove.,How do you mentor junior analytical talent?

Frequently asked questions

What are the key responsibilities for an AVP Manager Ratings and Research Support at Moody's Corporation?
As an AVP Manager for Ratings & Research Support at Moody's Corporation, you will lead teams of managers and individuals, oversee data intake and processing, ensure timely execution of research and analytics, manage team performance, and drive process improvements. You will also be involved in hiring and developing junior analytical talent and contributing to cross-functional projects.
What qualifications are preferred for the AVP Manager Ratings and Research Support role at Moody's?
Moody's prefers candidates with a degree in Finance, Economics, or Business. Additionally, qualifications such as CACFA or FRM are considered a plus for this AVP Manager position.
How important is AI understanding for this AVP Manager role at Moody's?
A basic understanding of AI concepts, including Generative AI and Agentic AI systems, is important. Moody's values curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can improve processes and drive efficiency, particularly in research and analysis. A willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices is also encouraged.
What is the expected experience level for the AVP Manager Ratings and Research Support position?
The role requires a minimum of 8 years of experience in credit/financial analysis and team leadership. This experience should include managing diverse teams and handling complex tasks with limited guidance.
How does Moody's Corporation support career growth within the Ratings and Research Support team?
The RRS Global Capability Centers, where this role is situated, offer a unique opportunity to foster valuable skills in financial services. You will gain experience in data, analytical, and research services that are integral to credit analysis, providing a strong foundation for future career advancement.
What are the core values Moody's Corporation looks for in candidates for the AVP Manager role?
Moody's seeks candidates who embody their core values: investing in every relationship, leading with curiosity, championing diverse perspectives, turning inputs into actions, and upholding trust through integrity. These values are crucial for success in the AVP Manager Ratings and Research Support position.