Sr Assoc-Events & Outreach

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 2–3 years of progressive experience in event management, experiential marketing, brand activations, or a creative agency environment Proven ability to independently lead complex, multi-stakeholder programs from strategy through execution, with experience managing or mentoring junior staff Exceptional organizational, project management, and prioritization skills with a high degree of attention to detail across simultaneous workstreams Strong executive presence and communication skills; comfortable influencing senior stakeholders, managing agency and vendor relationships, and representing the team cross-functionally Ability to translate ambiguous briefs into clear event strategies, working fluidly with subject matter experts, producers, content, and marketing partners Strong aesthetic sensibility and commitment to brand standards, design quality, and the overall integrity of the attendee experience Adaptable leader who thrives in ambiguity, manages competing priorities with composure, and brings clarity and direction to a fast-moving team Deep experience owning budgets, contracts, and multi-vendor relationships at scale Fluency with event technology platforms, registration and CRM tools, and team collaboration software Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges. Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience Responsibilities Leads the planning and delivery of high-impact experiences across the North America portfolio, setting the standard for experience quality, operational excellence, and strategic alignment. Own end-to-end planning and delivery of regional events across North America, from strategic brief through execution and post-event reporting Provide strategic input and senior-level coordination on larger regional and global programs, ensuring alignment and consistent experience standards Shape event strategy from creative brief through execution, translating business objectives and brand positioning into compelling live and hybrid experiences Lead cross-functional collaboration with brand, content, and creative teams, serving as a senior point of integration across workstreams Direct all logistics across venues, production, vendors, catering, registration, travel, and on-site execution, holding partners accountable to quality and timeline standards Own program budgets, timelines, and risk management, making real-time decisions under pressure and escalating with clear recommendations when needed Serve as the primary relationship owner for local and regional partners, vendors, and venues Ensure every experience is engaging, on-brand,