Ratings Operations Specialist II

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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. 

As a Ratings Desk Associate, you will provide and coordinate a global comprehensive ratings processing service to Rating Analysts within various issuance products. The successful candidate will be responsible for all work related to a subset of deals which includes:

Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of MS programs including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Solid verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to adapt to a changing environment and prioritize tasks accordingly
Familiarity with debt capital markets preferred (e.g., coursework and/or relevant work experience)
Prior experience with financial/legal documentation review

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related degree.

A Ratings Desk Associate involves supporting Rating Analysts in processing and managing ratings for various financial issuance products.

Responsibilities:
Review lengthy debt documents and rating relevant provisions within the deal documents or pricing supplements
Apply various rules, guidelines, and procedures to a subset of issuance submitted for rating assignment
Determine qualification using defined criteria for current published rating or whether analysis is required by Lead Analyst
Facilitate gathering of all required documentation and regularly track news wires/vendors and appropriately flag relevant items/developments related to the debt markets
Develop broad-based knowledge of financial instruments, policies, and related business practices
Facilitate comprehensive issuance portfolio management and issuer relationship management where needed
Promptly and efficiently escalate, identify, and research issuance discrepancies, conflicts, or otherwise, and summarize findings for the Lead Analyst
Interact with issuers, investors, and intermediaries as part of the rating process
Provide professional and prompt resolution related to inquiries for both internal and external clients
Accept new challenges and demonstrate flexibility with last-minute changes in commitments and deadlines

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $56K- $73K, 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, national origin, citizen status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, 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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