Assc Dir-Data Specialist

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. 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

• 5+ years of business experience, including previous experience in a research or data entry position
• Previous experience in vendor management, including oversight of vendor productivity, quality, and reporting
• Excellent analytical skills and persistence in problem solving, with strong attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly
• Excellent verbal, written, and organizational skills, with demonstrated creativity, flexibility, and enthusiasm
• Working knowledge of Windows-based software, including spreadsheet, database, and word processing applications
• Exposure to the financial industry, banking, and/or capital markets (preferred)
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency. Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Education

• Bachelor's degree required

Responsibilities

In this role, you will provide vendor management, research, and reporting support for the Grid Database, ensuring timely delivery, operational transparency, and data quality across the Core Data team.

• Manage multiple partner vendors working with Core Data, including oversight of vendor productivity, processes, and quality to ensure alignment with operational standards
• Ensure the timely delivery of all research and reporting outputs, integrating functions, processes, and systems to optimize available resources
• Produce and maintain regular vendor reporting, providing accountable and transparent data, profiles, and performance metrics
• Collaborate across all departments within Operations to support and improve existing processes and procedures
• Partner with both onshore and offshore team members across data operations to ensure seamless coordination and consistent execution
• Contribute to the Core Data team by delivering accurate, transparent profiles, data, and reporting in support of the Grid Database
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by pursuing relevant work-related certifications and staying current with industry developments
• Act as a steward of organizational culture by modeling core values, enforcing policies, and upholding established procedures

About the Team

Our Data Estate team is responsible for maintaining the integrity, quality, and transparency of Moody's core data assets, playing a crucial role in day-to-day operations and client trust. The Core Data team sits at the heart of this mission, ensuring the Grid Database is accurate, reliable, and consistently delivered to the highest standards. By joining our team, you will be part of meaningful, high-impact work in data operations, vendor oversight, and cross-functional collaboration — contributing to a team that values precision, accountability, and continuous improvement as we evolve our data capabilities.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $82,400.00 - $119,450.00, 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, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and 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 accommodations@moodys.com. 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.

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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.