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Moody's Analytics Director of Strategic Communications Moody's Analytics Data Estate in NEW YORK, New York
13036 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.Employment eligibility to work in the U.S. is required, as Moody's will not pursue visa sponsorship for this positionSkills and Competencies * Demonstrated experience closely supporting and collaborating with senior executives, preferably at the C-suite level, to ensure effective communication and alignment on strategic initiatives * Experience developing communications strategies and timelines aligned with SDLC or similar software development processes * Prior experience in message development, campaign execution, and document creation (e.g., PowerPoint decks, brochures, newsletters) * Prior experience with financial data, commercial real estate data, public registration and regulatory data, structured and semi-structured news data, and the relationships between entities in such datasets is preferred but not required * Experience communicating complex topics to diverse audiences, including senior executive leadership and cross-functional business units * Experience working in large corporate or global consulting environments is beneficial but not required * Strong analytical skills for synthesizing information from varied documentation and sources * Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word * Familiarity with AI communications tools and platforms is a plus * Outstanding verbal and written communication skills * Demonstrated initiative, enthusiasm to learn, excel, and be a part of a dynamic teamKey Competencies * Communication: Clear, concise, and tailored messaging for diverse audiences * Stakeholder Management: Collaborative engagement with senior leaders and cross-functional teams * Adaptability: Flexibility in responding to evolving business needs and priorities * Leadership without Direct Reports: Ability to guide, mentor, and influence junior staff and peers * Strategic Thinking: Development and execution of communications strategies aligned with business objectives and SDLC milestonesEducationUndergraduate/first-level degree (e.g., Bachelor's) or graduate/second-level degree (e.g., MBA, Master's) with an emphasis in communications, business, marketing, or related fieldsResponsibilitiesThe Director of Strategic Communications will directly support a broad spectrum of stakeholders for the Moody's Analytics Data Estate, including the Chief Data Officer, heads of software engineering, product, strategy, governance, and risk. This position is responsible for designing, coordinating, and executing comprehensive internal communications campaigns and supporting external facing communications, including marketing and sales. The Director collaborates with cross-functional teams to develop and deliver clear, consistent, authoritative, and audience-specific communications, ensuring that messaging and timelines are aligned with the Chief Data Officer's software development lifecycle, data enhancements, product launches, and go-to-market initiatives.Thi