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AVP - CSS (Methodology Development Group)

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New York, NY$163k–$237kPosted Aug 7, 2026
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AVP - CSS (Methodology Development Group)

Moody's Corporation New York, NY

AVP - CSS (Methodology Development Group)

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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

  • 5-6 years of experience in credit analysis, preferably within Structured Finance
  • Strong quantitative skills and analytical problem-solving ability
  • Very good written and oral communication skills with logical, well-structured writing
  • Ability to coordinate across diverse analytical viewpoints and work collaboratively across teams
  • Highly organized, disciplined, and efficient in managing workflow and priorities
  • Strong team player with proactive, flexible, and ethical approach
  • Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency
  • Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree in economics, finance, business, or other quantitative field preferred
  • CFA designation is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead low and medium methodology development projects and collaborate across teams to ensure analytical robustness and transparency.

  • Lead projects using Agile principles to develop sector and cross-sector methodologies and assessment frameworks
  • Collaborate with MMDG teams, other CSS teams and rating teams to ensure analytical robustness and transparency
  • Author methodology documents that meet internal standards and regulatory requirements
  • Prepare submission packages for Methodology Review Group approval
  • Assist with ad-hoc quantitative and analytical projects
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures

About The Team

Our Methodology Development Group (MDG) team is responsible for creating and publishing rating methodologies used globally across all sectors and asset classes. By joining our team, you will contribute to developing robust analytical frameworks that support Moody’s Ratings’ commitment to transparency and consistency. We embrace innovation and responsible AI adoption to enhance methodology development and operational efficiency.

For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $163,300.00 - $236,800.00, 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 or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, 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.

Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement.

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

    Mid-Senior level

  • Employment type

    Full-time

  • Job function

    Business Development and Sales

  • Industries

    Financial Services

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