VP-Private Credit

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 10+ years of experience in financial services with a strong background in credit analysis, including deep familiarity with private credit markets, asset classes, and structures Exceptional writing and editing skills with experience producing thought leadership content across diverse formats, including research reports, infographics, podcasts, and video Strong news and editorial judgment with the ability to generate, vet, and prioritize research ideas aligned with market trends and client needs Self-starter, independent thinker, and results-oriented professional who can create innovative messaging while working collaboratively across teams Outstanding interpersonal skills with a track record of fostering productive partnerships across analytical teams, research colleagues, and senior stakeholders Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines with minimal guidance or oversight Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex financial concepts in a clear and accessible format for diverse audiences 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; MBA or Master's degree preferred At least 10 years of experience in financial services with a background in credit analysis; candidates with a minimum of five years of financial journalism experience at a reputable news organization or financial institution will also be considered Responsibilities The VP-Private Credit plays a pivotal role in establishing Moody's as the Agency of Choice in private credit by driving thought leadership, research content strategy, and market messaging. Support the direction of research activities for the Private Credit group, including generating innovative ideas and prioritizing topics aligned with market trends and client needs Craft timely, forward-looking, credit-focused research in partnership with analysts — from idea generation and editorial planning through final publication Work with analysts to determine the best medium for the message, including narrative reports, infographics, podcasts, video, social media posts, webinars, and presentations Ensure all research outputs contribute to thought leadership and reinforce Moody's position and credibility in the rapidly growing private credit market Encourage, propose, and vet research ideas while maintaining strong news and editorial judgment and a focus on the creditworthiness of debt issuers across private credit sectors Foster partnerships with analytical teams, research colleagues, and stakeholders across Moody's