AVP - Ratings (Fund Finance)

About the role

Skills and Competencies 5+ years of credit/risk assessment experience, with a proven track record in fund finance, asset management, or structured finance Demonstrated understanding of asset management and fund finance sectors, including key players, and industry drivers Excellent communication skills, with demonstrated public speaking and writing experience Strong quantitative aptitude and analytical skills, with proficiency in financial modelling Highly organized and efficient, with the ability to multi-task and able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts, with curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can 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 Master's in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline, or equivalent advanced qualification CFA/CAIA professional qualification would be highly beneficial

Responsibilities Lead the analysis for assigning both new and surveillance ratings to fund finance transactions, including rated note feeders, subscription credit facilities, net asset value loans, and asset-backed lending facilities. Manage a portfolio of Funds and Asset Managers with responsibility for ongoing surveillance, credit assessments, and presentation of recommendations to rating committees Build and maintain strong relationships with fund sponsors, lenders and arrangers to support analytical excellence and market insight Represent Moody’s Ratings as a thought leader by presenting at industry conferences, webinars and podcasts, and authoring sector comments Collaborate with teams across Moody’s Ratings to drive excellence in our credit analysis Contribute to methodology and technology development projects to enhance our analytical capabilities and efficiency Mentor and coach junior rating analysts, supporting their professional growth and credit skills development

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the Team Our Funds and Asset Management team is responsible for delivering high-quality credit ratings and research, enhancing market transparency, supporting investor decision-making, and expanding our brand as a trusted source of credit insight. By joining our team, you will be part of exciting work in fund finance and asset management & contribute to the adoption of AI tools that improve analytical processes and drive efficiency across our ratings operations.

About Cape Analytics

Cape Property Intelligence is a Moody's product offering that provides AI-powered, geospatial property intelligence for buildings across the United States, Canada, and Australia.

Cape enables residential and commercial property stakeholders, including insurance carriers and financial institutions, to instantly access valuable and predictive property insights and risk scores. Cape Property Intelligence provides the accuracy and detail that typically requires an on-site property inspection, but with unparalleled immediacy and coverage.

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Job details

Company

NameCape Analytics
IndustryAI
Team Size3

Funding

Total raised

$75M

Last stage

Series C

Investors

PPivot Investment Partners
FFormation8
Brewer Lane Ventures
SState Farm Ventures
AAquiline Technology Growth

Founders

Ryan Kottenstette

Ryan Kottenstette

Co-Founder & CEO

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Suat Gedikli

Co-Founder & CTO

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