Data Operations Specialist II

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. 

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. We are seeking candidates who model our values: invest in every relationship, lead with curiosity, champion diverse perspectives, turn inputs into actions, and uphold trust through integrity. 

Skills and Competencies.

• Entry-level role; 1-2 years of relevant work or internship experience preferred, especially in financial data or product environments.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying business concepts to senior stakeholders.
• Highly organized, efficient, and self-motivated with minimal need for supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Client-focused mindset with strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, and a passion for delivering results.

Education

• Undergraduate/first-level degree (E.g. Bachelor’s degree) is preferred ideally within a financial discipline.

Responsibilities. 

• Provide end-to-end support for Periodic Review Announcements, including setup, data capture, quality assurance, and workflow tracking for rating analysts.
• Ensure timely, high-quality service across a high volume of transactions, while resolving process issues and maintaining data integrity.
• Perform administrative tasks such as data updates, AOPR actions, press release templates, and disclosures in line with regulatory and internal guidelines.
• Monitor shared mailboxes and prioritize internal/external client requests, escalating technical or complex issues as needed.
• Offer backup coverage for the Costa Rica team during absences or holidays to maintain seamless operations.
• Build strong client relationships by resolving inquiries efficiently and communicating professionally with stakeholders and management.
• Demonstrate adaptability, teamwork, and a proactive attitude in handling routine tasks, last-minute changes, and cross-functional collaboration.

About the team

The RTS (Rating Transaction Service) provides transaction management support, workflow coordination, rating desk services, and other broad operational support to Moody’s Rating teams. The department works closely with the lines of business to improve both business process and data quality across the rating lifecycle. The RTS has over 100 employees in 5 countries and is a key player in business process development, new company wide initiatives, and technology projects.

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.

For more information on the Securities Trading Program, please refer to the STP Quick Reference guide on ComplianceNet

Please note: STP categories are assigned by the hiring teams and are subject to change over the course of an employee’s tenure with Moody’s.