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Asst Director-Business Transformation

New York, United States

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Posted
10/02/2026
Job reference
15462
Experience level
Experienced Hire
Job category
Product Development
Line of business
Strategy_MA

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
  • 5–7 years of experience in management consulting, strategy and operations, or a similar role, preferably with exposure to the financial services and/or technology sector
  • Proven ability to independently lead strategic transformation initiatives and manage complex, cross-functional workstreams from problem framing through implementation
  • Strong analytical and structured thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize complex quantitative and qualitative data into clear insights and actionable recommendations
  • Exceptional executive communication skills, including the ability to craft compelling presentations and facilitate workshops for C-suite and Board-level audiences
  • Demonstrated ability to build consensus and drive accountability across diverse groups of technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Experience designing target operating models, governance frameworks, and change management strategies that translate recommendations into sustained outcomes
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to develop and maintain project plans, identify risks, and escalate blockers proactively
  • Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, STEM, or related field required
  • MBA or advanced degree preferred
Responsibilities
Lead high-impact transformation initiatives for Moody's Analytics by partnering with senior stakeholders across the enterprise to identify, prioritize, and deliver sustainable value.
  • Independently lead one or more strategic transformation initiatives or major workstreams, driving end-to-end delivery across all phases
  • Clearly frame current state challenges by synthesizing complex quantitative and qualitative data to distill the need for change
  • Articulate option sets and recommendations for a path forward, weighing impact, effort, and timelines to inform decision-making
  • Assemble and coordinate cross-functional teams, building consensus and ensuring accountability across a diverse set of technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Translate content and recommendations into compelling presentations for C-suite and Board-level audiences
  • Facilitate executive-level workshops and meetings to align stakeholders and secure senior leadership buy-in across the organization
  • Design target operating models, including governance structures, process design, and review cadences
  • Conduct stakeholder roadshows to socialize changes and disseminate best practices across the enterprise
  • Monitor initiative performance and adoption against defined success measures, partnering with business owners to ensure recommendations translate into sustained outcomes
  • Develop and maintain project plans to drive progress and escalate potential blockers in a timely manner
About the Team
MA Business Transformation acts as internal management consultants, partnering closely with cross-functional leadership to ensure cohesive design and execution of the firm's most pressing internal priorities. Our work is grounded in rigorous analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to delivering sustainable value across the enterprise. By joining our team, you will contribute to high-impact strategic work at the intersection of business transformation, operational excellence, and enterprise growth — leveraging data-driven insights and emerging AI-enabled capabilities to help shape the future of Moody's Analytics.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $98,800.00 - $143,350.00, 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.

Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement.

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.

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