Lead Specialist-Analytic Data Operations

Skip to main content Go to homepage Menu Saved Jobs (0) EN Filter Languages English English Canadian Français Canadian French View all jobs Search Jobs Find jobs for Location Radius miles 5 miles 15 miles 25 miles 35 miles 50 miles Search Lead Specialist-Analytic Data Operations New York, United States Apply now Save job Posted 07/01/2026 Job reference 14006 Experience level Experienced Hire Job category Credit Analysis & Research Line of business ROC 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 Competencies6+ years of relevant experience in credit, financial data, or data operations roles, with Structured Finance experience across ABS, RMBS, and CLOs preferredStrong understanding of financial data concepts, including data relationships, business context, and how data supports analytical processes and outcomesStrong SQL, data management, and data quality expertise, with the ability to work with large datasets and ensure accuracy and integrityStrong analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement scalable solutionsAbility to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within deadlines while maintaining strong quality control standardsEffective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build relationships across cross-functional teams and stakeholdersExperience leveraging technology, automation, and process improvement techniques, with familiarity in tools such as Python, Power BI, Alteryx, or similar platforms preferredBasic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency. Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical useEducationBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or AccountingAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong proficiency across the wider Microsoft Office suiteResponsibilitiesLead data operations and analytics initiatives to support high-quality financial data processes, research workflows, and business outcomes.Lead projects supporting data, ratings, research, and analytical outreach, applying technical expertise to improve processes and manage data intake, normalization, and processingTake full ownership of assigned outputs, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and completion of quality reviews to identify improvement opportunitiesLead process re-engineering efforts and champion automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and scalabilityOversee...