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Moody's (Moody's) · Exchange / Data / Ratings
AVP - Commercial & Strategic Communications
London, United Kingdom
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 Competencies
5+ years of communications experience, ideally with exposure to commercial or business-to-business communications within financial services
Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex business topics into clear and compelling communications
Proven ability to develop and execute communications strategies that support commercial priorities and business growth
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and stakeholders simultaneously
Experience partnering with commercial, sales, marketing, or business teams in a collaborative and consultative capacity
Ability to develop messaging, campaign content, briefing materials, and executive talking points for external audiences
Strong analytical skills with the ability to measure, evaluate, and communicate the effectiveness of communications programs
Demonstrated proficiency in artificial intelligence concepts, with hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to implement AI-powered solutions to solve business challenges. Demonstrates a growing awareness of AI risk management and a commitment to responsible and ethical AI use
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field
Responsibilities
Lead strategic communications initiatives that support Moody’s Ratings’ commercial objectives and business growth.
Develop and execute communications strategies aligned with Moody’s Ratings’ commercial priorities and growth objectives
Partner with commercial and business leaders to understand strategic priorities and translate them into external-facing messaging, narratives, and content
Create and manage campaign content, thought leadership materials, briefing documents, and executive talking points
Support alignment between Moody’s Ratings communications initiatives, global campaigns, and enterprise-wide programs
Identify and promote opportunities to enhance the visibility of key commercial initiatives and business priorities
Monitor, measure, and report on the effectiveness of communications activities and provide recommendations for improvement
Build and maintain strong relationships across Communications, Marketing, Corporate Affairs, and business stakeholders
Ensure consistent messaging and positioning across communications activities while supporting Moody’s Ratings’ reputation and commercial goals
About the Team
Corporate Affairs shapes and protects Moody’s global reputation and voice through enterprise communications, brand management, media relations, and executive visibility. The team partners closely with business leaders across Moody’s Ratings to support strategic priorities, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and deliver impactful communications programs that advance commercial objectives. By joining the team, you will contribute to high-profile initiatives with global reach while supporting the adoption of innovative and responsible approaches, including the effective use of artificial intelligence to enhance communications and busi
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.
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