Talent Acquisition Specialist

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 5–7 years of full-cycle recruitment experience, preferably within financial services or technology Proven success in sourcing top-tier talent through multiple channels, including AI recruitment tools (e.g., HiredScore, Paradox, or similar) Data-driven approach to recruitment, leveraging analytics and industry trends to guide hiring decisions Agility and flexibility in a dynamic, fast-paced environment; curiosity and willingness to embrace emerging technologies, including agentic AI Proven ability to build trust with internal stakeholders and candidates, facilitate effective negotiations, and deliver clear, consistent communication to create a positive and collaborative hiring experience Education Bachelor’s degree required Responsibilities Lead full-cycle recruitment including sourcing, screening, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding handoff Partner with business leaders and HR Business Partners to understand team structure, role requirements, and hiring goals Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies using AI-driven platforms and a variety of active and passive channels to identify and engage top-tier talent Provide regular updates to stakeholders, manage candidate pipelines, and use data and analytics to inform hiring strategies, pipeline health, and market conditions Track and report on key recruiting metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, pipeline conversion rates, etc.) to drive continuous improvement Deliver an exceptional candidate experience, representing Moody’s brand and values at every touchpoint Stay current on market trends, competitor movements, and emerging AI tools in recruiting Champion process improvement and adoption of new technologies to enhance recruiting efficiency and effectiveness About the team Our Talent Attraction team is responsible for executing full-cycle recruitment and regional sourcing strategies that strengthen our organizational capabilities. We partner with business leaders to ensure they have the talent needed to achieve their objectives across the Americas region. By joining our team, you will be part of a collaborative and inclusive group dedicated to attracting the best minds to turn today’s risks into tomorrow’s opportunities. For US-based roles only: the anticipated hiring base salary range for this position is $67,800 - $98,400, 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 may be eligible for a completion bonus. Moody’s also offers insurance and a discounted employee stock purchase plan for limited duration employees. Moody’s is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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. Click here to view our Notice to New York City Applicants. 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