About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
12
The Role: Associate Director, Global Data Management
The Location: London, UK
The Team: The Global Data Management team within the Global Index Management & Production Group. Key areas of focus for the team/function are Data Governance, Discoverability and Data Quality.
The Global Data Management team is ultimately responsible for the end-to-end operational management of data, continued improvement of our policies and practices to deliver high quality data to our Clients and Colleagues.
The Impact: The Associate Director, Global Data Management, will help solve high-impact business problems in the Data Management space by leveraging the latest tools and industry best practices, performing analysis and articulating the right solutions for different types of problems.
You will devise Data Governance processes and outcomes that deliver consistency, transparency, and utility of our data assets across functional boundaries within the organization. You will create and manage the processes for identifying and defining data quality metrics. You will also work with multiple operational teams to improve processes and drive efficiency, enabling more advanced analytical work.
What’s in it for you: As part of the global Index Management and Production Group, you will work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders across Data, Operations, Product, Research and Technology functions within S&P DJI and across other S&P Global divisions. You will support a first-class data management group that will be at the heart of the business. This role is part of a strategic initiative to develop S&P DJI’s capabilities and support the growth of the business.
Responsibilities:
- Support the progression of the Data Management strategy required to achieve business outcomes. Develop and manage the Data Governance and Data Quality frameworks, working with partner teams and aligning to the business operating model, in the execution of the Data Management strategy.
- Socialize and drive adoption of the Data Governance platform, as well as raise awareness of Data Governance best practices across the organization.
- Socialize and drive adoption of the baseline Data Quality program across the organization through building a comprehensive narrative of the value added and efficiencies delivered.
- Develop metrics and KPIs to measure Data Governance platform usage and Data Quality standards.
- Conduct training and education on the Data Governance platform, standards and best practices.
- Work with different operational teams to identify and improve manual, time-consuming, labour-intensive Data Management processes that represent opportunities for efficiency gains.
- Partner with the Data Operations and Solutions Group (“DOS”) to assess the strengths and weaknesses of available technologies and approved tools and propose solutions to drive process improvement and realize greater efficiency in management of our data, representing the perspective of the Operational and Analytical Teams.
- Identify, develop and socialize opportunities to do more with our data. Demonstrate additional insights and value that Operational and Analytical Teams can produce to add value for the business if Data Governance, Quality and Efficiency goals can be achieved.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key members of other functions within S&P Dow Jones Indices, particularly the Technology, Product Management, Research and Index Management Groups.
- Work closely with the Technology and Data Operations Solutions (“DOS”) groups to enhance system capabilities, whether enhancements to existing platforms or development of newer applications.
- Take a lead role in identifying and articulating new feature requests, constructing, documenting requirements, and working with end users and agile delivery teams to refine these. Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) as required.
- Represent the Indices division in cross-organizational initiatives to drive consistency in Data Management and Governance practices and to extract value from our enterprise Data Assets.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 6 years’ work experience in Data Management, Data Governance and Analytics related roles. Experience with a global index provider would be an advantage.
- Bachelor’s Degree required. Advanced degree or in business, mathematics, computer or data science, economics, or finance preferred.
- Superior computer skills in Excel and related Office applications. Excellent understanding of SQL, Power Platform and other Data Management Tools would be an advantage.
- A demonstrable understanding of global financial markets and financial data.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to coordinate work done by multiple people and / or groups across regions and timezones.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to support recommendations and drive informed decisions.
- Familiarity with agile development methodologies and product management tools would be an advantage.
Flexible Working (optional)
We pride ourselves on our agility and diversity, and we welcome requests to work flexibly. For most roles, flexible hours and/or an element of remote working are usually possible. Please talk to us at interview about the type of arrangement that is best for you. We will always try to be adaptable wherever we can.
Return to Work
Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative (link to career site page when available), we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.
About S&P Global Dow Jones Indices
At S&P Dow Jones Indices, we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. We’re the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500® and the Dow Jones Industrial Average®. More assets are invested in products based upon our indices than any other index provider in the world. With over USD 7.4 trillion in passively managed assets linked to our indices and over USD 11.3 trillion benchmarked to our indices, our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance, evaluating portfolios and developing investment strategies.
S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/spdji.
What’s In It For You?
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
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20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), DTMGOP202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)
Job ID: 300390
Posted On: 2024-04-21
Location: London, United Kingdom
