Lead credit analysis and research for UK sub-sovereign issuers

Lead credit analysis and research for UK sub-sovereign issuers

Responsibilities

• Lead credit analysis and research for UK sub-sovereign issuers, initially focused on housing associations.

• Analyse audited financial statements, business plans, sector developments and other issuer-specific information to assess credit quality

• Monitor developments affecting assigned credits and maintain a strong understanding of relevant accounting, regulatory, economic and sector trends

• Present clear, well-supported and forward-looking recommendations at rating committees in line with applicable methodologies

• Produce high-quality research on issuers, sector trends and key credit themes affecting UK sub-sovereign entities

• Build and maintain effective relationships with issuers, investors, government representatives and other external stakeholders

• Represent Moody’s externally through meetings, investor briefings, conferences and other outreach activities

• Collaborate with regional and global colleagues to support consistent analytical standards and knowledge sharing

• Coach junior colleagues and support the delivery of analytical work, research and portfolio management activities

• Complete documentation, reporting and compliance-related activities accurately and in line with internal standards

• About the Team

• The Sovereign and Sub-Sovereign Risk Group is responsible for credit analysis, ratings and research across public sector and sub-sovereign issuers. The team covers a range of sectors, including housing associations, universities, regional and local governments, nonprofits and transport. By joining the team, you will contribute to Moody’s work by providing independent, high-quality credit analysis that helps market participants understand public sector and sub-sovereign risk. You will produce research and insights on key credit trends affecting UK housing associations and other sub-sovereign issuers, while supporting engagement with investors, issuers, government officials, and other market participants through research, briefings, and outreach activities. You will also have the opportunity to leverage innovative analytical tools, including artificial intelligence capabilities, to enhance research processes, improve efficiency, identify emerging credit trends, and support more informed risk assessment. Our team is increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence tools to streamline research workflows, enhance operational efficiency, and support analytical activities. Team members are encouraged to explore AI-powered solutions responsibly, while maintaining strong analytical judgment, effective risk management, and adherence to Moody's standards of quality and integrity.

• 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.

Education

• Graduate degree, in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics, Statistics, Public Administration, or a related field
• Certified Financial Analyst qualification, accounting qualification, or equivalent professional experience would be advantageous