Senior Structured Finance Ratings Lead

Moody's Corporation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Moody's Corporation is seeking a senior credit analyst to perform in-depth analyses across structured finance assets. You will assess transaction structures, collateral performance, and key credit risks while engaging with market participants to gather information and convey findings.

The role emphasizes rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis, collaboration with Moody's Ratings colleagues, and contributions to methodology enhancements and AI-enabled initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of credit and risk assessment experience in financial services
• Strong knowledge of securitization structures and market participants
• Excellent analytical and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions under tight deadlines

Responsibilities

• Perform credit analysis for new and existing structured finance transactions across asset classes
• Support assignment and ongoing surveillance of credit ratings with detailed quantitative and qualitative analysis
• Monitor transaction performance and identify developments impacting credit quality or sector outlooks
• Engage with issuers, arrangers, servicers, investors and market participants to gather information
• Lead rating committee discussions by presenting analytic findings and recommendations
• Collaborate with Moody's Ratings team to ensure consistency and efficiency in analysis
• Author credit opinions, research content, and sector commentary to support market transparency
• Contribute to methodology enhancements and AI-enabled tool adoption
• Mentor junior team members by sharing knowledge and best practices

Skills

Credit analysis

Structured finance

Quantitative analysis

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

AI concepts

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Finance/Economics/Quantitative discipline

CFA/FRM/ACA/ACCA beneficial

Job description

Moody's Corporation is seeking a senior credit analyst to perform in-depth analyses across structured finance assets. You will assess transaction structures, collateral performance, and key credit risks while engaging with market participants to gather information and convey findings.

The role emphasizes rigorous quantitative and qualitative analysis, collaboration with Moody's Ratings colleagues, and contributions to methodology enhancements and AI-enabled initiatives.