AVP-Ratings (Fund Finance)
New York, United States
- Posted
- 08/09/2026
- Job reference
- 14495
- Experience level
- Experienced Hire
- Job category
- Credit Analysis & Research
- Line of business
- Financial Institutions Group
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.
- 5+ years of credit/risk assessment experience, with a proven track record in fund finance, asset management, or structured finance
- Demonstrated understanding of asset management and fund finance sectors, including key players and industry drivers
- Excellent communication skills, with demonstrated public speaking and writing experience
- Strong quantitative aptitude and analytical skills, with proficiency in financial modeling
- Highly organized and efficient, with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- 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
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent
- Lead the analysis for assigning both new and surveillance ratings to fund finance transactions, including rated note feeders, subscription credit facilities, net asset value loans, and asset-backed lending facilities
- Ensure rating accuracy for assigned fund finance credits and apply Moody's methodologies consistently, with guidance from senior colleagues
- Participate in Rating Committees for assigned credits and sector, contributing to analytical discussions and building confidence and judgment over time
- Build and maintain strong relationships with fund sponsors, lenders, and arrangers to support analytical excellence and market insight
- Represent Moody's Ratings as a thought leader by presenting at industry conferences, webinars, and podcasts, and authoring sector comments
- Support market engagement by responding to investor queries, joining issuer meetings, and developing external relationships
- Contribute to methodology and technology development projects, and actively use AI and digital tools to improve processes and analytical output
- Mentor and coach junior rating analysts, supporting their professional growth and credit skills development
For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $161,500.00 - $234,250.00, 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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