Lead Analyst - Business and Consumer Services

Moody's Investors Service; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking an Analyst for the Corporate Finance Group to manage a portfolio of high yield corporate credits. The role involves conducting thorough credit analysis, engaging with C-suite executives, and producing research reports while developing junior associates. This high-profile position seeks candidates with a strong analytical background and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant credit and financial analysis experience required.
• Strong analytical ability in accounting and financial statement analysis.
• Excellent communication skills with C-suite engagement.

Responsibilities

• Ensure ratings accuracy through rigorous credit analysis.
• Build rapport with management teams and communicate credit views.
• Publish topical research reports and coach junior associates.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

People Skills

Diligence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Location(s):

• 7 World Trade Center, 250 Greenwich Street, New York, New York, 10007, US

Line Of Business: Corporate Finance Group(CFG)

Job Category:

• Credit Analysis & Research

Experience Level: Experienced Hire

Description

The Corporate Finance Group (CFG)is hiring an Analyst who will manage a portfolio of high yield corporate credits within the Business and Consumer Services team coverage. This is a high-profile opportunity for someone who is passionate about demonstrating their credit and analytic competence while engaging with C-suite executives and the broader marketplace. The Business and Consumer Services team within CFG covers a portfolio of companies in diverse end markets such as information technology services, business process outsourcing, human resources, data services, consulting, facilities services and other.

Responsibilities

• Ensure ratings accuracy for the assigned portfolio through rigorous and timely credit analysis. Maintain an in-depth knowledge of relevant sectors and issuers. Articulate robust credit views and make recommendations to rating committees. React promptly to new developments and market events.
• Build rapport with management teams and the broader marketplace, communicating critical credit views that enhance Moody’s Ratings’ relevance, expand our brand and reputation as a trusted source of credit insight.
• Publish topical, thought-leading, forward-looking, and transparent research reports.
• Collaborate at all levels internally; coach junior associates and develop their credit skills.
• Cultivate relationships with the highest level of professional integrity, transparency, and fairness.
• Embrace new technologies that support efficiency and process improvement
• Embody Moody’s values.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of relevant credit and financial analysis experience. Strong analytical ability and technical skills in accounting, financial statement and cash flow-based analysis, capital structures and debt documentation.
• Intellectual curiosity, honesty, thoroughness, sound judgment and ability to work independently and in a team. Able to engage in a free exchange of perspectives in an inclusive and open-minded manner.
• Excellent communication skills. Able to communicate clearly and succinctly verbally and in writing.
• Outstanding people skills. Ability to build strong professional relationships at all levels (including C-suite) and represent the Moody’s brand credibly and effectively.
• Diligence, sense of ownership and ability to meet tight deadlines with high quality outcomes.
• Adaptable, with a change mindset and willing to learn new technologies and tools.
• Committed to continually learn and grow, authentic and passionate about caring for and inspiring others, engaging with multi-cultural awareness.
• Bachelor's degree required and Master’s degree preferred.