Reference Data Analyst, (Senior Operations Analyst)

Job Title: Reference Data Analyst, (Senior Operations Analyst)

Location: Pune, India

Role Description

The Reference Data Analyst focuses on effective oversight of strategic data used across the bank’s systems and infrastructure.  Reference data, either sourced externally or generated internally, covers a wide range of critical enterprise-wide information such as pricing, securities, books, financial products, clients, legal entities, accounts and mandates.

The Reference Data Analyst supports various elements of the data lifecycle, from ensuring that data is captured from the best source, to validating and classifying, and operating controls that optimise its quality and maximise coverage. The Reference Data Analyst has responsibility for maintaining robust processes related to data set-up, storage and distribution, as well as system configuration, together with participation in projects designed to streamline infrastructure and improve efficiency. 
     
Reference data is integral to the bank’s response to regulatory requirements. Close partnership is needed with stakeholders such as Front Office, Middle Office, Audit, Compliance and Regulatory Reporting to deliver solutions that balance immediate business priorities with long term strategic objectives.

Additional Job Description

As a Senior operations Analyst you will be responsible for completion of day-to-day activity (Static amendments and set-up’s on various applications used by Front office, Middle office and Back office) as per standards and ensure accurate and timely delivery of assigned production duties. Reference data, either sourced externally or generated internally, covers a wide range of critical enterprise-wide information such as pricing, securities, books, financial products, clients, legal entities, accounts and mandates. You need to ensure adherence to all cut-off times and quality of processing as maintained in SLAs. You should ensure that all queries related to routine activities are responded to within the time frame specified.

What we’ll offer you

As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you’ll enjoy

• Best in class leave policy
• Gender neutral parental leaves
• 100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral)
• Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
• Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
• Accident and Term life Insurance
• Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above

Your key responsibilities

• Responsible for the Investigation and resolution of static data related issues in various applications used by front office , middle office and back office team
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of static set-up request from PM’s , Traders
• Ensure adherence to standards , procedures and also identify risk, mitigate wherever there is a control issue
• Demonstrate domain expertise in identifying root causes and remediation of sourcing and data quality issues
• Escalate all issues in time, to the appropriate level, to avoid any adverse impact on the business
• Ensure team work culture is practiced.
• To get involved in process improvement projects driven by the management.
• Ensure proper back-ups created and assist during contingencies (Staff shortage, high volumes etc.)
• Exhibit excellent ownership attitude and should have a client-focus and delivery mind-set

Your skills and experience

• Should have complete knowledge of Data & Trade Life Cycle
• Should preferably have knowledge of Capital market and various financial products, with strong market data experience
• Good understanding of Reference Data and Market Regulatory terms, on both static and variable market data
• Familiarity with Bloomberg, Reuters and other global data source points
• Prior interaction with IT development staff is plus
• In depth instrument knowledge in at least (FI, EQ, Derivative) some areas minimum, broader the knowledge the better
• Experience with applications like Aladdin, Sim Corp and Eagle will be added advantage.

How we’ll support you

• Training and development to help you excel in your career
• Coaching and support from experts in your team
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
• A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs

About us and our teams

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