Moody's Application Guidelines and Tips

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We are invested in your success. We want to support our team members in making their next career move right here at Moody’s. Learn some helpful tips and more about what to expect when applying to a new role.

Resume and CV tips

Your resume is an important part of your application to a new role at Moody's. Update yours today with these tips from our recruiting team.

01

Make it easy to read.

Choose clear and legible fonts. Triple check for spelling and grammar errors. Have a trusted person proofread it.

02

Keep it brief and relevant.

A resume or CV is intended to be a hook to capture interest for further discussion. No more than 3 pages long.

03

Keep a consistent format.

We recommend chronological format with a skills summary and personal statement at the top.

04

Specify career gaps and sabbaticals.

We are understanding that gaps in work experience happen for several personal or other reasons.

05

Include key accomplishments.

It’s easy to forget our own achievements - don’t undersell yourself!

06

Tailor it.

Highlight experience that is directly relevant to the job posting you’re applying for. If you’re interested in multiple different types of career areas, create a resume version for each type. If making a change to a new career area, highlight transferrable skills and responsibilities that could benefit you in the new area.

07

Cover letters and references are not necessary.

However, it’s nice to include a personal statement or executive summary outlining your background and motivations for applying for the role.

Application tips

Make your application stand out with these tips from our recruiters.

Guidelines

01 Job application guidelines
02 Who is eligible
03 Additional guidelines
04 For hiring managers

Job application guidelines

All current internal job postings are listed here on Careers@Moody’s. Please apply to a role to be considered.
You can submit your application at any time while a position is posted.
You may apply for a position at a higher, lower or the same position level as your current role.
The People Team and the hiring manager will review your application in line with the requirements of the position and determine which applicants progress to interview.
If you are selected as a qualified candidate for the first interview, you must notify your manager about the job application before attending any interview.
If you’re selected for an interview, you will receive a system generated form and you will be asked to confirm that you have reviewed and meet with the below eligibility criteria and that you have informed your manager of your internal job application. We will be unable to progress your candidacy further without your formal acknowledgment.
If you are offered the position, the transfer date should generally be no later than four weeks after acceptance of the offer, or no longer than your notice period, if applicable.
If you are interested in a position and would like to have an informal conversation with the manager in advance of submitting your application we encourage you to reach out directly.

01 Job application guidelines

Job application guidelines

All current internal job postings are listed here on Careers@Moody’s. Please apply to a role to be considered.
You can submit your application at any time while a position is posted.
You may apply for a position at a higher, lower or the same position level as your current role.
The People Team and the hiring manager will review your application in line with the requirements of the position and determine which applicants progress to interview.
If you are selected as a qualified candidate for the first interview, you must notify your manager about the job application before attending any interview.
If you’re selected for an interview, you will receive a system generated form and you will be asked to confirm that you have reviewed and meet with the below eligibility criteria and that you have informed your manager of your internal job application. We will be unable to progress your candidacy further without your formal acknowledgment.
If you are offered the position, the transfer date should generally be no later than four weeks after acceptance of the offer, or no longer than your notice period, if applicable.
If you are interested in a position and would like to have an informal conversation with the manager in advance of submitting your application we encourage you to reach out directly.

02 Who is eligible

Who is eligible

Your performance must be in good standing.

Employees should have a minimum GPS performance rating of Successful: Demonstrating in their last year end rating.
If you are on a verbal or written warning for poor performance/ misconduct or compliance-related violations, you may not be eligible to be considered for a new role at Moody’s until you have successfully improved and maintained that improvement, as determined by your manager and/or for a prescribed period of time.

If you receive a verbal or written warning as a result of an MIS Compliance related finding, or should you receive a warning for performance or conduct at any point during the recruitment process, you must declare this to the recruiter and this may affect your ability to continue in the process for a minimum of six months. This time frame could be longer depending on the specific warning issued. If an offer has been made, it is possible the offer may be withdrawn.
Please review the Personal Relationships and Nepotism Policy, applicable to all employees, which is posted on MINT. You may only apply for open positions consistent with that policy and local law.
Generally, you should be in your current position for a minimum of 12 months before applying to a new one at Moody’s.
Full and part-time employees, interns, limited duration, agency temporary and contract workers are all eligible to apply for a role at Moody’s.

03 Additional guidelines

04 For hiring managers

For hiring managers

Interviewing internal candidates: Consider transferrable skills when reviewing and interviewing an internal candidate and approach the selection process like you would with an external candidate. Work with your talent acquisition partner to understand other special considerations or requirements when considering an internal candidate.
Onboarding and training: If an internal candidate fills your open role, our People Connect Team will process their position update and provide any required paperwork. As the hiring manager, your responsibility will be to ensure your new team member is set up for success. Please review Moody’s onboarding guide and manager onboarding toolkit. Some examples of activities you should incorporate include arranging a buddy to help with any day-to-day questions and support, ensuring your new team member understands their objectives for the first 30 days, 90 days, and year, and assigning them any required training as soon as possible. We recommend adding them to team communication channels, team meetings, and introducing them to key contacts in the areas they’ll be working with, including external contacts like clients or vendors.
Transition of previous role/responsibilities: When an internal candidate is selected for your role, please ensure you contact their current manager to develop a transition plan that is mutually agreeable. Transition time will vary depending on the role, and generally should not be longer than what you’d normally see with a departure on your team to an external opportunity. Please consult with the employee to ensure they understand timing, responsibilities, and how to direct any trailing items that come up after the transition period.
System access and data: When your new internal candidate starts in their new role, check on their profile in WorkWise to ensure that everything looks correct, including their job title, location, and other details. As their manager, you will also need to ensure that they have access to all the applicable share drives, SharePoint sites, systems, and tools they require for their new role. During your transition discussions with their prior role’s manager, please ensure they are also removed at the appropriate time from any data or systems that are no longer required in their new role.

Interview tips

The interview process at Moody’s is an opportunity for you to share your experience, as well as demonstrate your capabilities and show that you can succeed in the role. It is also a way for you and the team to get to know each other to see if the role is a good fit on both sides.

01 Prepare your introduction
02 Be curious
03 Be yourself
04 Be a STAR

Prepare your introduction

Be ready to concisely tell interviewers about yourself and your experience. Think about the key roles, skills and experiences you want to highlight when you introduce yourself.

01 Prepare your introduction

02 Be curious

03 Be yourself

04 Be a STAR

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Resume and CV tips

Make it easy to read.

Keep it brief and relevant.

Keep a consistent format.

Specify career gaps and sabbaticals.

Include key accomplishments.

Tailor it.

Cover letters and references are not necessary.

Application tips

Guidelines

Job application guidelines

Who is eligible

Additional guidelines

For hiring managers

Job application guidelines

Who is eligible

Additional guidelines

For hiring managers

Interview tips

Prepare your introduction

Be curious

Be yourself

Be a STAR

Prepare your introduction

Be curious

Be yourself

Be a STAR

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Application guidelines and tips

Put your best foot forward

Resume and CV tips

Make it easy to read.

Keep it brief and relevant.

Keep a consistent format.

Specify career gaps and sabbaticals.

Include key accomplishments.

Tailor it.

Cover letters and references are not necessary.

Application tips

Guidelines

Job application guidelines

Who is eligible

Additional guidelines

For hiring managers

Job application guidelines

Who is eligible

Additional guidelines

For hiring managers

Interview tips

Prepare your introduction

Be curious

Be yourself

Be a STAR

Prepare your introduction

Be curious

Be yourself

Be a STAR

Meet Sage, your virtual recruiting assistant!

Open jobs

Search Filters

Filter Results

Showing: 1-20 of 379 jobs