Ratings Associate

About Moody's 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 & Competencies Relevant work or project experience, including internships Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., PowerBI, TABLEAU, KNIME, Alteryx) preferred Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills Strong organization skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail Eagerness to learn and adopt emerging technical applications in the financial industry, including AI-driven tools, automation and data analytics Proactive with the ability to work effectively in a team environment Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment; ability to prioritize tasks Fundamental understanding of fixed income markets or credit preferred Demonstrates a high level of emotional intelligence, including the ability to navigate complex interpersonal dynamics, foster collaboration, and approach challenges with empathy and self-awareness Exemplifies unwavering integrity by consistently acting with honesty, transparency, and accountability, ensuring trust and credibility in all interactions and decisions Strong skills in data interpretation and storytelling, with the ability to analyze complex datasets, extract actionable insights, and effectively communicate findings to diverse audiences in a clear and compelling manner Accounting knowledge with a strong focus on financial analysis (e.g. through coursework, CFA or equivalent), or relevant work experience is required Education Minimum undergraduate/first-level degree (e.g. Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent qualifications) with a strong academic record (minimum GPA of 3.0 in the US) Availability to start Immediate English and Italian are required; German, French and Spanish are a plus. Please submit your CV in English Description The Ratings & Research Support (RRS) team at Moody's plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of the ratings and research process and supporting various analytical departments. The Ratings Associate will work closely with Credit Rating Analysts to ensure that all tasks related to credit ratings, research, and market outreach are completed efficiently and effectively. This role is essential in maintaining the overall productivity and organization of the ratings process, and it supports the larger team by ensuring that all analytical needs are met promptly and accurately. Equal Opportunity Employer / EEO Statement 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. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full-time Job Function Other #J-18808-Ljbffr