VP-Leveraged Finance

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 6+ years of credit/bankruptcy experience, including database development and research Strong analytical orientation Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to confidently represent leveraged finance research externally with research clients and the media and, internally with credit analysts in various groups including CFG, SFG, FIG, and Private Credit Diligence, sense of ownership and ability to meet tight deadlines with high quality outcomes 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 Education Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred Responsibilities VP, Senior Analyst specializing in Leveraged Finance and LGD, responsible for producing research, developing databases, and working with market participants. Interact with different market participants to present Moody's analytical views and perspectives Present research that reflects data visualization and presentation skills as well as an innovative, creative, and rigorous approach Build rapport internally and with investors and the broader marketplace, communicating critical credit views that enhance Moody's Ratings' relevance, expand our brand and reputation as a trusted source of credit insight Produce LGD research for investors that supports credit ratings and research across rating groups within MIS based on LGD data, with coverage including CFG and SFG and an interest in expanding into FIG and Private Credit Provide ongoing research and analysis of US resolved corporate defaults and monthly data Develop a database and subsequent research regarding resolved corporate defaults in EMEA and eventually other asset classes Develop research regarding the credit performance (downgrade, default, and recovery) of private equity-backed issuers in EMEA Contribute to Leveraged Finance data and research, including potential correlation of LGD data to other credit metrics, especially covenants, and work directly with market participants regarding the LGD database, analysis, and associated Leveraged Finance research Increase efficiency and digitalization in the process of documenting LGD, LGD-related, and private equity-related data Facilitate the integration of new AI and technological tools in close collaboration with the Data & Analytics, AI Analytics, and Moody's Rating Technology teams into our LGD analysis About the Team The LGD Team is a globally-oriented team currently working from New York. It analyzes and publishes findings on Loss Given Default for investors and the broader market, including in-depth industry-focused, regional, and long-term trend reports. The team plays a critical role in supporting