Assistant Vice President

Assistant Vice President – Digital Finance & Artificial Intelligence (AI) Risk Management Join to apply for the Assistant Vice President – Digital Finance & Artificial Intelligence (AI) Risk Management role at Moody's Corporation . 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 At least five years of experience specific to Technology governance, risk and control, self- assessment, identifying and evaluating control measures, and compliance with financial services, particularly in AI and digital finance. Experience in Open Pages or other GRC tools and broader MS Office suite products. Clear Thinker with strong analytical skills to review complex processes. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to work independently with or without direction and/or supervision. Demonstrated ability to effectively interface with a diverse, global, and cross-functional team and led large-scale projects. Ability to prioritize and multitask, flexibility and adaptability in work approach. Broad-based technology experience, ideally with digital finance and AI included, at substantial scale and complexity in a global, highly regulated environment. Strong background in navigating product or tool development, specifically focusing on technology and data. Establishing and maintaining relationships between business and technical stakeholders. Evaluating and prioritizing strategic initiatives, balancing the needs of different stakeholders, and driving alignment, particularly in areas like digital finance, AI, technology, and data. Education B.S. in a technology discipline (Computer Science, Information Management, Computer Engineering, Cyber Security or equivalent). Relevant certification is desirable, e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA. Working knowledge of Risk Management life cycles based on established frameworks: NIST, ORX, ISO 27001. Responsibilities The AVP is a key member of the 1st Line of Defense (1LOD) within Digital Economy Risk, providing embedded risk expertise across AI and Digital Finance. The role is responsible for identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring critical risks associated with the use of AI, blockchain technologies, cyber risks, and emerging technologies. The AVP partners with business units, technology teams, shared services, and the 2nd Line of Defense (2LOD) to ensure risks are proactively assessed, controls are effectively implemented and maintained, and business decisions consistently align with governance standards and Moody’s Ratings risk policies. Implement and maintain risk controls for digital finance and AI processes as first line of defense (1LOD) for Digital Economy team. Identify, assess, and mitigate operational and technology risks across AI models, platforms, and digital finance tools. Collaborate with business units to embed risk management practices into day-to-day operations and ensure compliance with governance standards. Maintain accurate documentation of controls, risk assessments (RCSAs), and mitigation plans in GRC systems. Monitor emerging risks in AI and digital finance, expedite issues promptly, and ensure timely remediation. Develop and track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and ensure adherence to tolerance levels. Support risk governance by preparing updates for committees/forums and ensuring alignment with enterprise risk policies. Provide training and guidance to business teams on AI and digital finance risk management practices. Partner with technology and vendor teams to address risks in platforms, models, and data usage. Drive continuous improvement in risk processes to reduce complexity and enhance efficiency. Develop, review, and maintain policies and procedures to ensure alignment with regulatory, risk and compliance requirements. Ensure all risk activities are accurately maintained in the GRC tool, with complete, timely, and reliable data to support effective monitoring and reporting. About The Team Digital Economy team at Moody’s Ratings focuses on assessing and managing risks emerging from digital finance, artificial intelligence, and cyber threats, which are reshaping global financial systems and credit markets. The team provides thought leadership and analytical insights into how technologies like blockchain, AI, and digital assets impact operational resilience. Seniority Level Executive Employment Type Full-time Job Function Finance and Sales 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr