Moody's Hiring Process

Moody’s hiring process

Moody’s is always looking for diverse and talented builders and thinkers to join our team. Successful candidates will go through the following steps as part of our hiring process. Regardless of which stage you reach, we want to be respectful of your time and effort and make sure you know that your interest in Moody’s is truly appreciated.

Apply Online

Interview with a recruiter

Take any role-specific assessments

Attend one or more additional interviews

Receive a job offer

Complete a background check

Start working

Hear from our recruiters

Interested in Moody’s? Make your application stand out with these tips from our recruiters.

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Hello From Team Moody’s

Liz: Hi. My name is Liz, and I’m part of the talent acquisition team.

Valeria: My name is Valeria Calvo. I support the talent acquisition team here at Moody’s.

Azhar: Hi, I am Mohammed Azhar. I am the part of the talent acquisition team at Moody’s, India,

Why Moody’s?

Azhar: It’s so much fun to work at Moody’s because you get to know a lot of people from various backgrounds and culture, and the organization gives you an opportunity to grow within the company. And that’s something I really cherish about the organization.

Liz: I enjoy the collaboration, and I enjoy working with individuals from various backgrounds.

Valeria: They are always willing to help, to teach, and a 100% of the times they have treated me with the respect that I deserve as a teammate and person.

Azhar: It gives you a platform to learn and grow within the company and at the same time to have that work life balance which enables you to perform more effectively and efficiently.

Valeria: More than enriching my career, Moody’s has made me grow as a person.

What Makes Moody’s An Employer Of Choice?

Azhar: I think the avenues to learn and grow within the company. How Moody’s as an organization is not just really concerned about their internal employees, they’re also concerned about the well-being and the consideration of various communities across the globe.

Careers Advice

Valeria: I would say don’t be shy. You need to start recognizing more your achievements in everything you have accomplished so far. So go and sit in a quiet place and start thinking and writing everything you know how to do and that you have done.

Liz: Avoid listing all your previous responsibilities and your work history. Be specific. Only include responsibilities that are relevant to the role or that can be seen as transferable. If the candidates don’t have industry experience or if their degree doesn’t allow them that business area, then they might be reluctant to apply. But we will say just apply anyway. As some of your other skills might be a great fit.

We Encourage Women To Apply

Azhar: I think it’s pretty imperative to have the creative acumen of men and women in meeting the goals of the organization, eventually contributing to the growth and success of the organization in the larger run.

Valeria: I have seen so many powerful women in so many successful roles, that is impossible not to get motivated by them.

Liz: I’m proud to work for a company that shows its ongoing commitment to DE&I especially as a black woman in a male dominated industry.

Moody’s Hiring Process

Liz: The first stage is a phone screen with the recruiter, followed by a few technical interviews with the hiring team. And then, depending on the role, there might be timed assessments.

Liz: What’s Your Top Advice For Anyone Who Would Like To Work At Moody’s?
Be your authentic self, dive deep and be curious.

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Carolina, Senior Recruiter, Moody’s: “My advice is to take your time to tailor your resume by including keywords and phrases that are directly relevant to the desired positions. Many companies nowadays use applicant tracking systems (ATS) to scan for specific keywords related to the job description.
Hi! I’m Carolina Bontempo and I’m a Senior Recruiter at Moody’s Corporation. In this video, we are going to go over some tips to have a successful application and interview process.

Let’s talk about a very common question during an interview: “Tell me about yourself”. To answer this question, we expect a well-structured overview of who you are as a professional, and here you can talk about your current position and your relevant background.
My recommendation is to share your professional experience: So talk about your work history and focus on key roles, responsibilities, and accomplishments that are directly related to the position that you are applying for.
You can also take the opportunity to mention the skills and the strengths that make you a strong candidate for the role. Reinforce qualities that align with the job requirements and don’t forget to provide specific examples on how you have utilized those skills in previous positions.
Remember to keep your answers concise but more importantly, keep them professional.

Now let’s talk about some tips to get through the first step of the selection process and do you know that in many cases the first step of the process is a system review that will assess your resume based on the job description?
Many companies nowadays use applicant tracking systems (ATS) to scan for specific keywords related to the job description, so my advice is to take your time to tailor your resume by including keywords and phrases that are directly relevant to the desired positions.
I also recommend to use a simple format, it is important to avoid complex graphics or tables, or elaborate formatting that might confuse the system. And always save your resume in a commonly used file format, such as PDF or Microsoft Word. These are usually compatible with most applicant tracking systems and will be easy for the system to go through your resume.
Aim to keep it to a maximum of two pages, focusing on the most relevant information related to the job you’re applying for, and before submitting your resume, proofread it to eliminate any spelling or grammatical errors.
Always remember that while it is essential to optimize your resume for an initial automated review, it’s equally important to craft a compelling and well-written document that will impress recruiters or hiring managers when they review it later in the process.

Another important aspect is researching the company before the interview, in this way you can demonstrate your interest and knowledge to work with them. As an example, if you have been selected for an interview with us, you can start to prepare by visiting Moody’s company’s official website. Pay attention to our mission statement, to our core values, products or services, our target market and any recent news or press releases. Familiarize with our background and history.
Investigate our social media accounts to understand our online presence and this can give you a sense of things that are happening within the company. And remember, the goal of your research is to showcase your interest and demonstrate that you are a good fit with the company, also to ask insightful questions during the interview process.

When it comes to Diversity, Equity and inclusion, One of the things that I love about Moody’s is that we are working together to be a place where everyone feels comfortable being who they are, where we demonstrate empathy and where we celebrate the differences that make us stronger.
We encourage people from all different backgrounds to look and apply for our open positions and don’t forget to bring your true self to the interview.

And thank you very much for taking the time to watch this video, If you are interesting in joining Moody’s, please check our Careers site, connect with our people and stay tuned, many new things are coming!”

Interview tips

The interview process at Moody’s is an opportunity for you to share your experience, as well as demonstrate your capabilities and show that you can succeed in the role. It is also a way for you and the team to get to know each other to see if the role is a good fit on both sides. Here are some tips to help you prepare for your interview at Moody’s.

Prepare your introduction

Be ready to concisely tell interviewers about yourself and your experience. Think about the key roles, skills and experiences you want to highlight when you introduce yourself.

Be curious

Learn as much as you can beforehand about Moody’s, the department you’re applying to, and role you’re interested in. Think of some questions you’d like to ask to help you evaluate the opportunity and learn more.