AVP, EMEA Regulatory Affairs - Policy & Stakeholder Lead

PassFort; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Moody's AVP, EMEA Regulatory Affairs leads policy engagement across regulators and governments, shaping regulatory thinking and strategy across the region. You will produce briefing materials, represent Moody's at key industry events, and drive cross‑functional collaboration to align regulatory positions with business goals.

You will work with Legal, Compliance, and Communications to advance Moody's objectives in insurance and capital markets, while leveraging AI to enhance regulatory workflows

Qualifications

• Bachelor's 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
• 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
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial services policy, regulation, government affairs, or a related field
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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 Moody's 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 Moody's perspectives on topics of interest to EMEA policymakers and regulators; support the development of policy briefing documents, testimony, and other materials that advance Moody's 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

Skills

7+ years experience

Policy drafting

English communication

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Regulatory familiarity

Insurance regulation familiarity

AI concepts proficiency

Regulatory engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in law/public policy/economics/political science/finance/international relations

Postgraduate qualification in law/public policy/economics/related discipline

Job description

Moody's AVP, EMEA Regulatory Affairs leads policy engagement across regulators and governments, shaping regulatory thinking and strategy across the region. You will produce briefing materials, represent Moody's at key industry events, and drive cross‑functional collaboration to align regulatory positions with business goals.

You will work with Legal, Compliance, and Communications to advance Moody's objectives in insurance and capital markets, while leveraging AI to enhance regulatory workflows