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Team Overview
Moody's Corporate Communications team is responsible for the development and execution of impactful strategies to promote Moody's views, initiatives and solutions, and manage reputational risks, in alignment with the company's business objectives.
Role Overview
- Assist with all aspects of media relations including:
- Researching media targets and updating media pitch lists.
- Drafting pitch emails for reporters summarizing Moody's research and initiatives and assisting with media outreach.
- Handling inbound media requests and coordinating interviews with Moody's spokespeople and reporters.
- Assist with creation and editing of content including social media copy, intranet articles, videos and infographics.
- Develop issue-based talking points and other background materials.
- Track media coverage and social media performance and assist in reporting results.
- Assist in developing and delivering media training for Moody's spokespeople.
- Collaborate on projects with teams across Corporate Affairs including Social Media, Branding, Government & Regulatory Affairs and others.
- Assist in maintaining the team's project tracking boards.
Qualifications
- Strong writing and editing skills
- Prior experience with journalism or public relations desired
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills, ability to synthesize and adapt financial research for media and other audiences
- Firm grasp of social media including Twitter and LinkedIn
- Background in economics or finance welcome but not essential
For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring hourly wage for this position is $28/hr, depending on factors such as experience, education, level, skills, and location.
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 accommodations@moodys.com 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.
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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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Please 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.