VP Mgr-Analytic Data Operations

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

12+ years of experience leading data analytics and operations team, credit research, or related capital markets functions within financial services organizations

Strong understanding of credit risk, with expertise in managing end‑to‑end financial data lifecycle, ensuring data quality, integrity, and continuous process improvement

Experience working with leading financial data providers (Bloomberg, FactSet, Intex, LSEG/Refinitiv, S&P Capital IQ), along with strong proficiency in SQL, relational databases, and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau), complemented by relevant certifications in data analytics or visualization

Exceptional stakeholder leader with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to influence senior leaders and translate complex data challenges into actionable business insights and operational improvements

Proven leader with strong communication and executive reporting skills, adept at managing managers and distributed teams while driving strategic initiatives and execution in dynamic environments

Basic understanding of AI concepts (Generative AI tools and Agentic AI systems etc.) with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency leveraging these technologies for research, analysis, or workflow optimization

Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Education

Bachelors/Masters in Engineering, Finance, Economics or Business/Accounting

Responsibilities

Strong ability to connect data operations with downstream analytical outcomes, with a clear understanding of how data is interpreted, applied, and visualized to support credit analysis, analytical models, and informed business decision-making

Own the successful delivery of data operations and analytical support portfolios, ensuring high standards of quality, timeliness, accuracy, and operational excellence

Lead and develop managers and teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and high performance

Establish team priorities, allocate resources effectively, and monitor performance against operational objectives and service commitments

Align team objectives, processes, and deliverables with departmental strategy and broader organizational goals

Build and maintain strong relationships with global stakeholders, providing leadership, transparency, and effective communication across business, analytical, and technology functions

Drive operational excellence through process improvements, automation, vendor engagement, and strategic initiatives that enhance efficiency, scalability, and business outcomes

About the team

Being part of the Analytic Data Operations team within Moody’s Global Capability Centers offers a unique opportunity to work with the data that powers Moody’s Ratings' analytical processes. We are passionate about providing accurate and timely data that supports informed decisions, high-quality rating outcomes, and trusted market insights. Our team combines a strong focus on quality, operational excellence, and innovation to continuously enhance data processes and analytical workflows. As part of a global organization, you will collaborate with colleagues across regions, gain exposure to a broad range of asset classes and markets, and play a meaningful role in strengthening the foundation for informed decision-making across the organization.

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.