Internship-Statistical Analyst

• Company

  Moody's Corporation

• Location

  France-Paris

• Remuneration

  Not Specified

• Position Type

  Permanent

• Employment type

  Full time

• Updated

  09-Sep-2010

• eFC Ref no

  668413

The Company



Moody's Investors Service is a leading provider of credit ratings, research, and risk analysis. Moody's commitment and expertise contributes to transparent and integrated financial markets, protecting the integrity of credit. The firm's ratings and analysis track debt covering

The Company



Moody's Investors Service is a leading provider of credit ratings, research, and risk analysis. Moody's commitment and expertise contributes to transparent and integrated financial markets, protecting the integrity of credit. The firm's ratings and analysis track debt covering more than 100 sovereign nations, 11,000 corporate issuers, 26,000 public finance issuers, and 110,000 structured finance obligations. Moody's also publishes credit opinions, research and commentary, serving more than 8,700 customer accounts worldwide. Moody's Investors Service is a subsidiary of Moody's Corporation (NYSE: MCO), which reported revenue of $1.8 billion in 2008, employs approximately 3,900 people worldwide and maintains a presence in 29 countries. Additional information about the company is available at www.moodys.com. Moody's EMEA Banking Group is responsible for rating bank and non-bank financial institution based in Europe, Middle East and Africa regions.

Responsibilities



We are looking for an Intern (6-month) in our Paris office to provide analytical, statistical, administrative and research assistance to analysts in the Financial Institution Group. Start date: September 2010. The intern will work closely with analysts. Tasks can broadly be defined as below; * Support analysts in the rating process, including drafting, preparing ratio analysis, preparing spreadsheets, comparative statistics, graphs, tables, and working on special projects as needed * Review financial statements * Review bond and loan documentation * Support system and special project research writing * Preparation of outreach presentational material relating to banks and/or systems * Attend analytical meetings and assist with meeting preparation and follow-up * Ensure administrative tasks are done

Experience



* Understanding of financial statements * Financial/statistical research capabilities * Strong analytical skills * Well developed IT skills including advance Excel and PowerPoint * Proven analytical skills, will be an advantage * Knowledge of financial institutions credit analysis experience or related experience, will be an advantage * International work or study experience an advantage

Qualifications



* Strong academic background with MSc (or equivalent) in International Finance Mathematics or any financial related degree. * Relevant professional qualification (eg CFA and or CIMA/ACCA) will be an advantage.

Key Tech and Non-Tech Skills



* Hard worker and highly motivated * Sound judgment * Able to work to tight deadlines and manage own workflow/priorities accordingly * Demonstrable research/analysis skills * Able to work using own initiative * Team spirit * Good communication skills - able to communicate clearly and succinctly, both verbally and in writing. * Fluency in English and French essential; additional languages are an advantage

Equal Employment Opportunity



Moody's Investors Service Ltd is committed to equal opportunities and diversity in its recruitment practices. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are dedicated to the fair and equal treatment of potential and existing employees, candidates and clients regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.