Associate Director, Engagement Manager (Banking)

Moody's Analytics, a wholly owned subsidiary of Moody’s Corporation, offers leading-edge software, advisory services, and research to help its clients better understand and manage financial risk. It is a fast-growing organization that has come to be recognized by a global list of clients as a thought leader in the areas it serves. The Banking Operating Unit within MA develops solutions for Banks seeking to implement best practices in risk measurement, risk management, capital management, and financial reporting. We have a need for outstanding individuals with strong analytical ability, excellent communication skills, and an interest in financial consulting.

THIS IS A REMOTE WORK OPPORTUNITY FOR THOSE RESIDING IN THE UNITED STATES

Role and Responsibilities:
This is a highly client-facing role, focused on assessing clients’ business needs relative to the development, customization, and deployment of risk management solutions. During a typical engagement, you will begin by helping the client precisely understand the issue or challenge at hand. You will then assist in the development of a plan to solve the challenge or address the issue. You will organize and guide a team of consultants, coordinate communication with the client, and identify ways to implement the solution. Specific duties include:

• Lead engagement teams. Help teams of consultants and researchers understand their individual responsibilities on projects. Delegate tasks, provide coaching and guidance, set expectations for quality, manage and resolve issues or conflicts, and provide timely project information to senior management.

• Manage relationships with clients. Take the lead role in ensuring client satisfaction and position Moody’s for follow-up engagements. Manage expectations and communications with clients and build a strong rapport with your client counterpart.

• Assume ownership of project completion. Develop project plans, determine staffing needs, manage day-to-day project schedules, ensure timely completion of high-quality deliverables, lead status meetings, and communicate status and results to senior management.

• Support business development efforts. Work as a key member of the pre-sales team. Meet with prospective clients to share expertise and recommend solutions in real-time as part of determining client requirements and scoping out projects. Create pitch presentations, estimate project duration and resource requirements, write and edit proposals, set prices, and negotiate contract terms.

• Ensure that projects are being delivered on time and budget, and help the team achieve financial targets.

• Mentor delivery teams. Provide guidance and coaching throughout the course of an engagement to ensure that they remain challenged, efficiently utilized, and focused on organizational objectives. Assist team members in developing into self-sufficient managers.

• Demonstrate thought leadership. Show initiative and creativity in designing solutions for unique client challenges. Actively pursue opportunities to publish white papers or articles in peer-reviewed journals.

• Minimum seven (7) years of experience with a bank, asset manager, insurer, management consultancy, audit firm, national financial regulator, or financial software firm.
• Experience leading meetings, presentations and/or workshops for senior audiences, preferably including executive audiences.
• Understanding of debt instruments, commercial lending, underwriting processes, securities pricing, and/or capital allocation
• Track record of successful project management, preferably within a banking or capital markets environment.
• Experience with bank regulations, such as CCAR (DFAST), CECL, Basel II & III, model risk management guidance, etc.
• Minimum master's degree or equivalent from an internationally recognized institution. CPA, CFA, PRM, or FRM designations are a plus.
• Experience managing geographically distributed teams is a plus.

Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Track record of working well in team environments and contributing innovative ideas.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with an ability to communicate complex concepts to a senior audience.
• Strong, proven analytical skills with ability to coach/guide project teams and direct reports.
• Strong client orientation with commitment to client satisfaction.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint; knowledge of Microsoft Project a plus.
• Knowledge of Moody’s RiskCalc, CMM, RiskFrontier, ImpairmentStudio, and/or CreditLens is a plus.
• Experience successfully designing, applying, and interpreting basic statistical tests (e.g., regression analysis, time series analysis, t-tests, etc.).
• Working knowledge of common statistical software packages (e.g., R, WPS, etc.) a plus.
• Understanding of the organizational structure and business model of commercial banks. Similar understanding of investment banks a major plus.
• Strong evidence of being self-disciplined, highly organized, able to multi-task, and attentive to detail.

In the Banking group, we help lending institutions make important decisions about their business, particularly when they are providing loans, managing risk, or conducting financial planning for the future of their institution. We do this with our innovative software and reliable analytics, helping them understand how to do their job better through training, learning solutions and advisory services. We are a dedicated team of experts in technology and financial analytics who understand what our clients need.


Banking OU (BANKING OU)

Banking Regional (200020)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.Moody’s is a developmental culture where we value candidates who are willing to grow. So, if you are excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, please apply! You may be a perfect fit for this role or other open roles.

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

At Moody’s, we’re taking action. We’re hiring diverse talent and providing underrepresented groups with equitable opportunities in their careers. We’re educating, empowering and elevating our people, and creating a workplace where each person can be their true selves, reach their full potential and thrive on every level. Learn more about our DE&I initiatives, employee development programs and view our annual DE&I Report at moodys.com/diversityFor US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $109,200 to $158,250, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody’s also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.