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Ratings Associate - Banking (FIG) - Arabic & French Speaker

Moody's Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Posted 15 days ago Permanent Competitive

Ratings Associate - Banking (FIG) - Arabic & French Speaker

Moody's Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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
  • Strong analytical and financial skills with the ability to interpret complex data and support credit risk assessments
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, French and Arabic, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders
  • Fundamental understanding of fixed income markets or credit
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or similar) preferred
  • High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Proactive team player with a continuous learning mindset, including interest in financial markets, data analytics, and AI-driven tools
  • Experience with Python, SQL, or financial modelling concepts preferred
  • Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can be used to improve processes and drive efficiency
  • Interest in exploring AI systems and a willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
Education
  • Strong academic background, equivalent to a Master's degree (MSc or MBA) in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline
  • CFA professional qualification such as CFA highly beneficial
Responsibilities
Support credit rating analysis through financial modelling, research, and collaboration with analysts to evaluate credit risk.
  • Support Credit Rating Analysts in assigning and monitoring credit ratings across corporates, structured finance, and sovereigns
  • Analyse financial statements, perform financial modelling, and develop forecasts to assess credit risk
  • Prepare rating committee materials and actively contribute to rating committee discussions
  • Draft credit research reports and support publication of analytical insights
  • Monitor market trends, economic developments, and industry news to assess credit quality
  • Leverage digital tools and AI-driven technologies to enhance efficiency and analytical output
  • Assist with investor and issuer engagement by preparing presentations and supporting meetings
  • Continuously develop technical and professional skills through training and on-the-job learning
About the Team
Our Ratings & Research Support (RRS) team is responsible for supporting the credit rating process and ensuring high-quality analytical output across Moody's Investors Service. By joining our team, you will work on impactful projects within global capital markets while developing expertise in credit analysis, financial modelling, and emerging risk areas.

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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