Vice President-Senior Analyst recruitment

Responsibilities
- Serve as lead analyst for portfolio of utilities, infrastructure and project finance companies in Asia; the power sector will represent a large portion of the portfolio, which will also include a mix of other project and infrastructure issues.
- Conduct credit research, including analysis of quantitative and qualitative data, development of financial forecasts, review of key governing agreements and documents, and assessment of credit quality in manner consistent with Moody's rating methodologies.
- The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of the utility, project finance and infrastructure sector in Asia, having worked extensively in this field.
- As lead analyst this individual will present credits effectively and comprehensively in rating committees and other internal analytical meetings, and will provide a knowledgeable perspective to other analysts throughout the credit process.
- Author compelling company specific and sector related research, including credit reports, special comments and industry outlooks; ability to balance research and outreach responsibilities with daily demands of transaction and surveillance activity.
- Effectively develop and manage high profile relationships with senior utility, project finance and infrastructure executives, investors, intermediaries and press/media; broad existing contacts in this area will be highly advantageous.
- Present at conferences, attend industry events, and participate in key stakeholder meetings to help raise the visibility and leadership of Moody's franchise in this sector throughout the region.

Leadership
- Participate in key strategic projects to support team effectiveness and success in the region.
- Ability to form constructive working relationships with diverse staff located throughout region.
- Help provide leadership, coaching and mentoring to junior staff in Hong Kong.

Qualifications
- Graduate in finance, banking, economics or related discipline with postgraduate qualifications strongly desired.
- A minimum of 10 or more years of relevant analytical experience referably with a financial institution;
- Understanding of complex project finance transaction structures, with experience reviewing and assessing key transaction documentation.
- Strong quantitative aptitude and demonstrated analytical ability, including advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
- Previous experience writing research in either an equity or credit market context would be advantageous.
- Articulate and succinct communication skills both verbally and in writing with extensive public speaking experience ideal.
- Strong organizational skills with sound judgment.
- Mature and balanced personality with ability to manage high level and often complex client relationships.
- Fluency in English and Mandarin (oral and written) necessary.
- Comfort working in a highly collaborative, learning environment.

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 or age.

How To Apply
Interested applicants please apply at http://www.moodys.jobs by searching on job reference 011860. Please note that relocation assistance will NOT be provided for overseas candidates. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.