Analyst

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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

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in credit analysis, with a focus on credit and risk assessment.
• Solid understanding of credit fundamentals and/or macroeconomic principles, with the ability to apply these concepts through quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Relevant analytical experience gained within a financial institution, ratings agency, asset manager, consulting firm, or public accounting environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain analytical conclusions and tailor messaging to different audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment while effectively managing individual responsibilities and deadlines.
• Exceptional analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership of assigned research tasks and contribute ideas to analytical discussions.
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience building and maintaining financial models is desirable.
• Skilled in processing automation and data analysis to optimize workflows and drive efficiency.
• Strong quantitative and financial analysis skills; exposure to statistical or econometric tools (e.g., EViews) is an advantage.
• Professional fluency in English, both written and spoken, portuguese is a nice to have.
• 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 in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Progress toward or interest in an advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA) is preferred.

Responsibilities

This role is responsible for managing and analyzing a portfolio of Latin American non‑financial corporate credits, supporting high‑quality rating opinions and insightful research outcomes for global market participants.

• Manage a portfolio of Latin American non‑financial corporates rated by Moody’s, with a focus on REITs, industrials, and consumer sectors.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative assessments of financial statements, economic data, and market trends.
• Analyze legal documents, offering memorandums, and bond indentures.
• Perform initial and ongoing credit analysis, actively monitoring ratings and recommending rating actions as appropriate.
• Lead new‑issue rating assignments, including refinancing, M&A, and new transactions, and present well‑supported rating rationales to rating committees.
• Produce high‑quality research on issuers, credit trends, and sector‑specific developments.
• Maintain effective working relationships with issuers and investors, supporting transparent and constructive dialogue.
• Represent the organization through outreach initiatives, conference participation, and issuer meetings, clearly presenting key rating drivers.
• Mentor and develop rating associates, fostering analytical rigor, professional growth, and consistent research quality.

About the team

The Corporate Finance Group provides independent credit opinions on a broad range of non‑financial corporate issuers, supporting transparency and confidence in global capital markets. The Mexico team combines strong local market expertise with global analytical standards, working in a highly collaborative environment to deliver insightful, forward‑looking research while continuously enhancing analytical approaches through data, technology, and innovation.

Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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.