DescriptionMoody's is a developmental culture where we value candidates who are willing to grow. So, if you are excited about this opportunity but don't meet every single requirement, please apply! You may be a perfect fit for this role or other open roles.Moody's is a global integrated risk assessment firm that empowers organizations to make better decisions.At Moody's, we're taking action. We're hiring diverse talent and providing underrepresented groups with equitable opportunities in their careers. We're educating, empowering and elevating our people, and creating a workplace where each person can be their true selves, reach their full potential and thrive on every level. Learn more about our DE&I initiatives, employee development programs and view our annual DE&I Report at moodys.com/diversityTeam/Department Description:The Senior Communications Strategist will sit within Global Corporate Affairs Team as an integral part of Moody's Shared Services, the branch of Moody's responsible for providing professional services to support the success of our global MIS & MA businesses.Role/Responsibilities:The Senior Communications Strategist works with the Global Corporate Affairs Team to develop and execute on communication plans and strategies, with a primary focus on engaging with media outlets, journalists, and influencers to effectively communicate key messages and ensure positive media coverage. Acting as a business partner to groups within the company and partnering with colleagues across the Global Corporate Affairs team globally, the Senior Communications Strategist contributes to a wide spectrum of initiatives driving either internal or external communications projects that further the team's mission to be a strategic partner driving Moody's thought leadership, enhancing reputation and influencing perception through clear and persuasive communications.With a focus in Media Relations, the Senior Communications Strategist supports the execution of media outreach strategies to help achieve business goals, including creation and editing communications materials and participation in the development and ongoing refinement of communications tactics.* Lead business partner to internal business teams* Responsible for strategic planning and promoting the line of business or rating group's thought leadership and/or marketing messages to the media. * Manages potential risk and crisis management strategies. * Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, and media outlets, specifically in the financial services sector. * Proactively pitch story ideas, press releases, and thought leadership content to relevant media contacts. * Respond to media inquiries promptly and effectively, ensuring accurate and positive coverage. - Monitor media coverage and provide regular reports to internal stakeholders. - Identify opportunities for media interviews, speaking engagements, and other media-related activities.* Conducts media training.* Develops key message documents, Q&As.* Monitoring, analyzing and reporting on resulting coverage. * Manages social medial campaigns.* May lead others and provide coaching, guidance and performance management.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align communication efforts with marketing, public relations, and investor relations activities.Qualifications:* Undergraduate degree in communications or related discipline. Master's degree is a plus.* A minimum of 5 years' experience in communications, public relations, and/or journalism, ideally within the financial services sector or corporate environment.* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.* Strong presentation skills.* Strong detail orientation and time management skills, including the ability to handle multiple priorities.* Ability to advise and influence business partners.* Strong positive attitude, with sense of self-motivation and accountability.* Adaptable, flexible, and open to change.* Strong technical/computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and SharePoint Software.* English fluency/proficiency is essential; an additional language is helpful.Qualifications Specific to Media Relations:* Minimum of four years of public relations/communications experience, either agency or in-house, ideally within the financial services sector.* Experience in managing a range of relationships with both external media and internal clients. * Demonstrated ability to formulate and execute near-term and long-range communications strategies. For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is [[$90,000]] to [[$130,500]] , depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location. This range is based on a full-time position. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for incentive compensation. Moody’s also offers a competitive benefits package, including not but limited to medical, dental, vision, parental leave, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, life, disability, and accident insurance, a discounted employee stock purchase plan, and tuition reimbursement.Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, citizen status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Moody’s also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about a reasonable accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [email protected]. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.For San Francisco positions, qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.This position may be considered a promotional opportunity, pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act.Click here to view our full EEO policy statement. Click here for more information on your EEO rights under the law. Click here to view our Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination statement.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.For more information on the Securities Trading Program, please refer to the STP Quick Reference guide on ComplianceNetPlease note: STP categories are assigned by the hiring teams and are subject to change over the course of an employee’s tenure with Moody’s.Moody’s Corporation is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended by the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, 38 U.S.C. 4212 (VEVRAA), which requires Government contractors to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment: (1) disabled veterans; (2) recently separated veterans; (3) active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans; and (4) Armed Forces service medal veterans.VEVRAA Federal ContractorWe Request Priority Protected Veteran and Disabled Referrals for all of our locationsPlease contact Donna Hutchinson, Assistant Vice President, Talent Attraction for any questions regarding this listing.

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