Assistant Vice President - Ratings, 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. 

Skills and Competencies

• Several years of experience in an analytical, research, or risk management role; financial markets experience preferred, though strong analytical backgrounds from other industries will be considered
• Strong understanding of Japanese financial institutions, including their regulatory environment, Sustainable Finance  considerations, and emerging credit topics such as the digital economy and private credit
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex analytical and strategic issues clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Japanese and English is required.
• Highly organized and efficient, with the ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines, work collaboratively, and support the coaching and development of Ratings Associates.
• Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm to apply AI tools to improve processes and drive efficiency.

Education

• Graduate / second-level degree (e.g. MBA, Master's) required or equivalent strong academic background

Responsibilities

• Report to the Senior Vice President – Ratings for Moody’s Financial Institutions Ratings, based in Tokyo
• Manage a portfolio of Japanese financial institutions, including banks, securities firms, and finance companies
• Oversee all aspects of the ratings process, including monitoring company, industry, and regulatory developments; executing timely ratings actions; and producing high-quality, impactful research
• Communicate credit views clearly and effectively to internal and external stakeholders
• Engage with rated issuers, intermediaries, and investors; represent Moody’s at internal and external conferences; and interact with investors and themedia to enhance Moody’s market relevance
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of processes that strengthen Moody’s ratings franchise and relevance
• Deliver timely, insightful, and relevant credit commentary with strong written and verbal presentation skills

About the Team

The Financial Institutions Group is responsible for delivering high‑quality credit ratings and research across the financial sector, including banks, non‑bank financial institutions, insurers, securities firms, funds, and asset managers. The team is focused on enhancing market transparency, supporting informed investor decision‑making, and strengthening our position as a trusted source of credit insight.

By joining the team, you will work on high‑impact areas such as fund finance and the digital economy, while contributing to the adoption of AI‑enabled tools that enhance analytical rigor and drive efficiency across our ratings operations.

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.