Director - Analytics & Modeling

Moody's Investors Service; New York (NY); On-site; USD 192,000 - 278,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Paid time off

401(k) with employer contribution

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Accident insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Moody’s Analytics is seeking a senior team member to lead enhancement of quantitative models for asset management, leveraging Moody’s proprietary data to develop innovative risk solutions.

The role involves collaboration with research teams, client-facing activities, and publishing thought leadership content, with domestic US travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or relevant work experience in asset management, banking, or a related discipline will be prioritized.
• Strong background in quantitative modeling for financial/credit risk with ML techniques.
• Excellent writing skills in English with demonstrated evidence of data-driven storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead the enhancement and maintenance of existing quantitative modeling solutions.
• Collaborate with research teams to develop new models and write/co-author research papers.
• Support client meetings by providing subject matter expertise and delivering proof-of-concept projects.
• Publish articles, blogs, and white papers on timely market themes to showcase Moody's Analytics insights.
• Report to the Managing Director, Research and Innovation, Asset Management; coordinate with Sales, Marketing, and Communications.

Skills

Quant modeling

Written English

Verbal communication

Independent work

AI tools

Python/R

Credit risk domain

Leadership through influence

Education

Bachelor's in related field

Job description

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.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding and track record of developing quantitative models with application to financial/credit risk, including model design, calibration, performance assessment and implementation. Deep knowledge with Machine Learning techniques required.
• Excellent writing skills in English, with a demonstrable body of written content (articles, white papers, blogs, etc.). Strong ability to tell a data-driven story.
• Superior verbal communication skills, can independently develop and confidently deliver presentations to audiences of varying technical understanding and seniority.
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects, manage deadlines, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across internal business lines.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI tools to accelerate, enhance efficiency and quality of quantitative projects; curiosity and openness to adopting new tools and methods, and awareness of applications of AI in the financial services sector.
• Strong proficiency in programming languages and/or analytical applications (Python, R, etc.).
• Experience in a relevant subject matter area, including credit risk, private credit, structured finance, and credit rating methodologies, is required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, with the capability to set clear objectives, provide regular feedback and coaching, support employee development.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant work experience in asset management, banking, or a related discipline will be prioritized.

Responsibilities

The role will lead the enhancement and maintenance of existing quantitative modeling solutions and contribute to the development of new solutions for the asset management sector.

• Lead the enhancement and maintenance of existing quantitative modeling solutions. Collaborate with research teams in other business units to develop new solutions, write/co-author research, and advance company strategic priorities.
• Contribute to the development of new models and solutions for the asset management sector by leveraging Moody’s proprietary data.
• Partner with the Asset Management Sales and Customer Success teams by providing subject matter expertise, accompanying them to client/prospect meetings, delivering proof-of-concept projects, developing collateral, and acting as an internal knowledge resource. Domestic US travel may be necessary part of the role.
• Publish written content (articles, blogs, white papers) on relevant and timely themes in the market that demonstrate the insights that Moody’s Analytics’ solutions and data can provide.
• The role reports to the Managing Director, Research and Innovation, in the Asset Management unit in New York, but will dotted-line to the Head of Strategy for the Asset Management unit, as well as work closely with the Sales, Marketing, and Communications teams.
• Must be able to work in person at Moody’s 7 World Trade Center offices on a schedule to be determined (at least once a week).

About the Team

The Research and Innovation team in the Asset Management business unit at Moody’s Analytics develops new products, contributes to expansion of existing solutions, helps guide the unit’s strategy, publishes thought leadership content, and supports the Sales and Customer Success teams. The team collaborates across the Banking and Insurance business units, as well as with Moody’s Ratings.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is$191,500.00-$277,600.00, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody’s 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
• accident insurance
• a discounted employee stock purchase plan
• tuition reimbursement

Moody’s 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 status,sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s 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 [e-mail]. 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.

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.