Director, Product Management - Climate Change

Location(s):

• Minster Building, 21 Mincing Lane, 2nd Floor, London, EC3R 7AG, GB

Line Of Business: RMS(RMS)

Job Category:

• Product Development

Experience Level: Experienced Hire

At Moody's, we unite the brightest minds to turn today's risks into tomorrow's opportunities. We strive 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.

We are seeking a highly talented individual to lead the scientific and business success of our global suite of Climate Change models. The position is full-time, at Senior Director level, and ideally based in the US or London. Some business travel will be required.

The Model Product Management team plays a crucial role in defining products used by the (re)insurance and financial industry to quantify catastrophe losses and manage exposure portfolios. The ideal candidate will possess expert knowledge in climate perils, a deep understanding of the insurance and risk management landscape, and experience in product management processes. This role offers an exciting opportunity for those passionate about applying scientific and engineering-based methods in business applications and keen on blending technical expertise with a product management role.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the success of Moody's RMS climate change risk model products for all climate perils globally.
• Research, understand and synthesize insurance market requirements regarding modeling of future climate risk.
• Keen understanding of scientific research into climate change and developing views on climate risk.
• Lead model product requirements and work with the model development team to optimize investments.
• Handle go-to-market activities for new models and model updates.
• Expand vision, strategy, and roadmap to meet customer needs as climate and market dynamics evolve.
• Engage with regulators to represent Moody's RMS risk model solutions.
• Represent Moody's RMS in public forums, including presenting at events and contributing to media outlets.
• Develop and promote Moody's RMS thought leadership activities around climate change.
• Collaborate across a wide range of Moody's Analytics teams to support successful adoption of our model products.

Required qualifications and skills:

• MSc or PhD in a climate-related field such as climate science or meteorology.
• 5+ years' experience working with catastrophe models.
• Understanding the applications of catastrophe models in the insurance industry.
• Knowledge of financial regulatory disclosures, especially climate change related disclosures.
• Able to lead multiple projects across international cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills and versatility in engaging in technical subjects.
• Product management experience is a distinct advantage but not essential.
• An excellent team player with a high degree of self-motivation.
• Good English written and oral communication skills, and strong presentation skills.
• Some travel may be required.

Moody's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.