<p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our Asset Reference Data Services (ARDS) team. ARDS supports instrument and pricing reference data across the organization, focusing on improving data quality, enhancing transparency, reducing ambiguity, and driving firm‑wide standards for consistent data management. The team is committed to automation, operational efficiency, and delivering a strong internal client service experience.</p><p><br></p><p>Within the Reference Data Operations function, the <strong>Data Management Oversight</strong> team maintains fixed income and equity asset and pricing data within the core Global Security Master Data system. This team ensures high‑quality asset data, timely updates, and resolution of issues impacting front-, middle-, and back‑office users. The role involves close collaboration with traders, portfolio managers, operations teams, and technology partners across global regions.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong financial instrument knowledge, analytical skills, and a desire to work in a highly collaborative, fast‑paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Perform daily reference data validation across all investment types.</li><li>Analyze and resolve daily instrument exceptions.</li><li>Review corporate action confirmations to ensure accurate publication of data.</li><li>Complete daily, monthly, and ad‑hoc reporting tasks within required timelines.</li><li>Investigate and respond to internal client inquiries related to asset data and pricing.</li><li>Understand the impact of security data changes on account valuations.</li><li>Research and respond to pricing inquiries.</li><li>Communicate with external vendors as needed.</li><li>Identify process gaps and implement both tactical and strategic solutions.</li><li>Support audit requests through documentation gathering and review.</li><li>Provide regular updates on metrics, progress, and projects to senior leadership.</li><li>Partner with technology teams to support enhancements and improve automation.</li><li>Contribute to process improvements that streamline global data workflows.</li></ul>

<p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>1–3 years of relevant industry experience.</li><li>Understanding of financial instruments, including fixed income bonds, equities, and equity options.</li><li>Knowledge of corporate actions, index methodologies, stock markets, and fixed income products.</li><li>Moderate to advanced experience with Bloomberg terminals and data tools.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to troubleshoot exceptions quickly to minimize risk.</li><li>Creative thinking and resourcefulness in solving complex issues.</li><li>Self‑motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as within a team.</li><li>Comfortable working under pressure in deadline‑driven, controlled environments.</li><li>Flexible and adaptable to rapidly evolving business and technology needs.</li><li>Ability to take full ownership of initiatives and drive them to completion.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).</li><li>Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate issues and present to various stakeholders.</li><li>Customer‑focused mindset with excellent follow‑up skills.</li><li>Ability to multitask effectively in a fast‑paced environment.</li></ul><p><br></p>

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