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Associate Lead Analyst 2

Posted on: December 25, 2020 Apply Now
Chicago, IL Consulting, Financial ServicesExpires January 31, 2021

Role/Responsibilities

The Associate Analyst 2 will be a key member of Moody’s US Public Finance Ratings team, responsible for analyzing a wide variety of local government credits. Responsibilities include analyzing credit quality using quantitative methods and qualitative judgment, accumulating in-depth knowledge of economic trends and debt practices within the local government sector, and collaborating with teammates and other Public Finance Group associates. This individual should demonstrate strong time management skills and the ability to write high quality credit research. A demonstrated ability to institute analytical and process enhancements is desirable.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree

  • Minimum of two to three years relevant experience in credit analysis, financial markets, local governments, higher education, housing finance or healthcare finance

  • Fundamental credit skills including both qualitative and quantitative aptitude

  • Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and oral) and research skills

  • Ability to manage multiple priority tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines

  • Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:

  • MBA, MPA, MPP or similar degree

  • Background in corporate accounting (preferred), municipal finance, public sector accounting, economics and statistics

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LOB/Department

Public Project & Infrastructure Finance (PPIF) / Regional PFG Chicago

Job Req ID

19617BR

Entity

Moody’s Investors Service (MIS)

Line of Business

Public Proj & Infrastr Fin (PPIF)

Regular/Temporary

Regular

City

Chicago

Job Category

Credit Analysis & Research

Job Sub Category

Credit Rating Analysts

Experience Level

Experienced Hire

Working at Moody’s

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Entity

Moody’s Investors Service is among the world’s most respected and widely utilized sources for credit ratings and research. Our opinions and analysis on a broad range of credit obligors and obligations are valued around the world for their insight and rigor.

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