Full Time
New York
Posted 2 years ago

Moody’s is a global integrated risk assessment firm that empowers organizations to make better decisions

Quantitative Analyst

Moody’s (NYSE: MCO) is a global integrated risk assessment firm that empowers organizations to make better decisions. Our data, analytical solutions and insights help decision-makers identify opportunities and manage the risks of doing business with others. We believe that greater transparency, more informed decisions, and fair access to information open the door to shared progress. With over 11,000 employees in more than 40 countries, Moody’s combines international presence with local expertise and over a century of experience in financial markets. Learn more at moodys.com.

Moody’s Investors Service is among the world’s most respected and widely utilized sources for credit ratings and research. Our opinions and analysis on a broad range of credit obligors and obligations are valued around the world for their insight and rigor. At MIS, our workplace culture supports our mission to be the Agency of Choice for our customers, employees and future employees. Our Culture focuses on Excellence and embodies behavioral qualities such as Integrity, Responsiveness, Collaboration, Respect and Passion. Our people are our core asset and we look beyond outcomes to ensure that behaviors and interactions matter.

Department

Analytical Tools & Solutions / Rating Model Group / Model Verification Team

Job Description

We are looking for a Quantitative Analyst to join our Rating Model Group. There are two openings for this
role, one in Model Verification Team and the other in Model Development Team. The duties of this
Quantitative Analyst include:

· Verify and enhance the financial models underlying Moody’s credit policies and rating methodologies

Build complex cash flow models using Moody’s fixed income software for verification purpose

· Implementing model testing procedures and developing analytical projects to confirm the ability of financial models to assess credit risk.

· Building financial model prototypes, implement validation procedures, and assist with the implementation of new control processes for rating models and scorecards.

· Support in research and validation projects.

· The position requires collaboration with rating analysts, model development team and research groups.
We are looking for a Quantitative Analyst to join our Rating Model Group. There are two openings for this
role, one in Model Verification Team and the other in Model Development Team. The duties of this
Quantitative Analyst include:

· Verify and enhance the financial models underlying Moody’s credit policies and rating methodologies

Build complex cash flow models using Moody’s fixed income software for verification purpose

· Implementing model testing procedures and developing analytical projects to confirm the ability of financial models to assess credit risk.

· Building financial model prototypes, implement validation procedures, and assist with the implementation of new control processes for rating models and scorecards.

· Support in research and validation projects.

· The position requires collaboration with rating analysts, model development team and research groups.

Qualifications

MS degree in Applied Mathematics, Financial Engineering, Econometrics, Statistics, Finance, Physics, or Business preferred.
0-3 years of overall experience in credit risk modeling
Working knowledge of 2 of the following technologies: VBA, C++, C#, Matlab, R, Python
Experience in structured finance and cash flow modelling a strong plus
Working knowledge of Moody’s Structured Finance Workstation (SFW) strongly preferred
Hard working, prudent, easy to work with, and willingness to learn new technologies

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