Analyst, RMBS recruitment

Responsibilities
Act as lead analyst, including analyzing all credit related aspects of securitizations such as performance and credit data, deal structures, legal documents and cash flows in connection with the surveillance and rating of residential mortgage backed securities (RMBS), re-securitizations and securitizations of other residential mortgage-related products. Review transaction documents, analyze deal performance, and conduct credit risk analysis and cash flow modeling for RMBS and other residential mortgage-related products utilizing in-house Moody's models or Excel.. Identify and assign RMBS deal analysis to junior analysts, and monitor and supervise junior analysts in connection with analytical process. Formulate independent credit opinions and present to rating committees. Develop and enhance existing analytical models. Publish timely and insightful research and effectively interact and communicate with market participants, including presenting at industry conferences and briefings. Lead the development and enhancement of existing methodologies and approaches.

Qualifications
MBA or Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Financial Engineering, Statistics, Math or related quantitative field and 2 to 3 years experience in securitizations, preferably RMBS. Experience in collateral analysis, credit risk and cash flow modeling for RMBS or other residential mortgage-related products is required. Should have strong verbal and written communication skills and experience publishing research reports (internal or external). Advanced Excel skills are required with knowledge of VBA and Microsoft Access desirable. Knowledge of other statistical packages and database analysis is a plus. Should have the ability to work independently and in a team environment, and have strong organizational skills. This job description is issued as a guideline to assist you in your duties, it is not exhaustive and we would be pleased to discuss any constructive comments you may have. Because of the evolving nature and changing demands of our business this job description may be subject to change. You may, on occasion, be required to undertake additional or other duties within the context of this job description, and according to the needs of the business.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Moody's Corporation is committed to equal opportunities and diversity in its recruitment practices. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are dedicated to the fair and equal treatment of potential and existing employees, candidates and clients regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other characteristic protected by law.