Exec Director-Analytics & Modeling

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 Exec Director-Analytics & Modeling New York, United States Apply now Save job Posted 07/21/2026 Job reference 14273 Experience level Experienced Hire Job category Credit Analysis & Research Line of business CSS 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. LocationNew York, London, Paris, FrankfurtAbout the teamThe Methodology and Model Development Group (MMDG) at Moody’s Ratings develops all the methodologies and analytical tools used in the rating process. The team is a critical contributor to Moody’s Ratings methodologies across all sectors.The Modelling and Quantitative Analytics Group (MQA) within MMDG advances quantitative modelling, data analysis and innovation, including Artificial Intelligence, to strengthen credit loss analytics and support transparent communication of the analytical foundations of Moody’s Ratings methodologies.MMDG works closely with all groups across Moody’s Ratings to ensure methodologies are robust, consistent and fit for purpose.ResponsibilitiesIn MQA we are seeking an Executive Director to lead a global team of quantitative analysts and applied statisticians responsible for developing, calibrating and enhancing models and analytical tools used in the rating process. Reporting to the Head of Modelling & Quantitative Analytics, this leader will help shape the next generation of transparent, predictive and easy-to-use analytical capabilities.The successful candidate will combine strong quantitative judgment with strategic leadership, people development and change management. They will simplify ways of working, strengthen consistency and transparency in modelling practices, and guide the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence and other emerging technologies in model development.This role requires a collaborative and inclusive leader who can build trusted relationships across business, analytical, technology and control functions; translate stakeholder needs into action; and communicate complex analytical topics clearly to senior audiences.The Executive Director will also attract, develop and empower high-performing talent, champion diverse perspectives and create an environment where teams can innovate, learn and deliver with impact. This is a highly visible role for a pragmatic, decisive and execution-focused leader with the credibility to influence across a global organization. Main responsibilities:Lead model development,...