AVP - Sustainable Finance (Japanese speaking)

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Skills and Competencies

•    Strong understanding of sustainable financial markets and related financial instruments
•    Demonstrated leadership capabilities with the ability to set strategic direction
•    Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
•    Professional proficiency in both English and Japanese
•    Proven organizational skills with the ability to adapt to dynamic environments and effectively prioritize tasks
•    Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality, accurate work
•    Collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in a team-oriented culture

Education 

•    Bachelor's or graduate degree (MBA, Master's) in a relevant field such as environmental science, engineering, social sciences, economics, finance, or international relations, plus substantial related work experience.

Responsibilities
Moody’s Ratings is looking to hire an AVP – Sustainable Finance to be our analytical lead for sustainable finance assessments in Japan. The role will lead high-impact, professional, and responsive analytical engagements with key stakeholders across Japan’s sustainable finance ecosystem. This includes associations, issuers, intermediaries, and investors. The role requires strong subject matter expertise, relationship-building skills, and the ability to deliver insights that support the growth and integrity of sustainable finance in the region.

Key Responsibilities:
•    Lead the Sustainable Finance assessment team in Japan, overseeing the production of Second Party Opinions and Net Zero Assessments.
•    Contribute to the development of analytical frameworks and provide insights on sustainable finance market trends in Japan.
•    Ensure professional, timely, and insightful engagement with clients, demonstrating deep analytical expertise and market knowledge.
•    Build and manage strategic relationships with Japanese issuers, underwriters, and investors.
•    Develop and deliver thought leadership on key topics shaping the transition finance landscape.
•    Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering collaboration and managing shared deliverables effectively.

About the team
Our Sustainable Finance Assessments team is responsible for producing assessments on the credentials of sustainable debt instruments and financing frameworks (Second Party Opinions) and the strength of entities’ carbon transition plans (Net Zero Assessments). Our role is to support the integrity and clarity of a market that is becoming increasingly complex, covering a growing range of sectors and technologies. By joining our team, you will be part of exciting work in growing APAC sustainable finance market. 

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.