Analyst, Data Management Operations - 12-month contract

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as an Analyst in Data Management Operations, where your passion for data and attention to detail will shine. In this 12-month contract role, you will play a crucial part in managing enterprise market and reference data, ensuring accurate and timely delivery to various applications. Collaborate with a dynamic Financial Operations Team to address data quality issues and improve processes. This innovative firm offers a flexible hybrid work environment, numerous opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Professional Growth Opportunities

Flexible/Hybrid Work Environment

Flexible Travel Program

Employee Discount Programs

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in investment finance processes required.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data management tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage data exceptions and resolve data quality issues.
• Assist with operational metric reports and project work.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Knowledge of Securities

Understanding of Database Technology

Ability to Work with Clients

Education

Relevant University Degree (Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science)

Canadian Securities Course

Tools

Bloomberg Terminal

Refinitiv Terminal

SQL

PowerBI

Power Apps

Oracle EDQ

Markit EDM

Charles River

SimCorp

Confluence

Job description

Analyst, Data Management Operations - 12-month contract

Analyst, Data Management Operations - 12-month contract

Apply locations Toronto, Canada time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id 6273

The opportunity

Are you passionate about data? Do you have a high attention to detail?

We are seeking an Investment Services Specialist to play a meaningful role in the management of Enterprise market and reference data at OTPP.

The successful candidate will support various systems associated with activities related to the collection, validation, archiving and distribution of a variety of data, along with ensuring the consistent delivery of complete, accurate and timely data to downstream applications. The data supported includes a diverse set of traded instruments, including equities, fixed income, options, futures, FX and complex derivative products.

Who you'll work with

You will partner with other members within our Financial Operations Team in the research and resolution of data quality issues. You will also collaborate with various internal and external service providers in the delivery of timely and accurate data.

What you'll do

• Ensure overnight processing has completed and work with internal and external teams to resolve issues.
• You will be responsible for the management of data exceptions. This includes the research and resolution of data breaches in accordance with the expectations outlined in our Service Level Agreements.
• Assist with the monthly generation of operational metric reports. Including the collection of information required for metric reporting and the reviewing of results.
• Assist as required with project work for the department under the guidance of the Financial Analyst and Senior Manager.
• Identify and carry out improvements for the unit. Collaborate with team on process and efficiency improvements, implementing and documenting the approved changes.
• Address all client queries in the expected timeframe with expected results. Ensure we are executing on the Service Level expectations of our clients.
• Collaborate with service providers and/or vendors to ensure product deliverables meet expectations.

What you'll need

• Relevant university degree (such as Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science) or equivalent relevant experience with Investment Finance processes.
• Knowledge in the following areas: (1 or more years of experience)
• Securities – Listed, derivatives, market indices, alternative assets
• Pricing – both market available and evaluated
• Corporate actions and associated lifecycle events
• Legal Entities – parties and investment vehicles
• Reference data – asset/industry classification, holiday calendar
• Ability to communicate effectively with the business and Information Technology.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to think through problems, assess a variety of factors and recommend a solution.
• Good knowledge of third-party data vendors, along with experience using Bloomberg and Refinitiv terminal products.
• Understanding of database technology and concepts.
• Knowledge and experience with asset management systems and platforms such as: security master data management (Markit EDM, Charles River and SimCorp) and legal entity management (LE Hub).
• Proficient in Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, and SQL for querying large data sets.
• Working knowledge of Oracle EDQ, Python, PowerBI, Power Apps and Confluence are an asset.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to effectively deal with internal and external clients and suppliers.
• Canadian Securities Course.
• Ability to cover early morning or end of day shifts (hours of operation 7 am to 6 pm) as required.

What we’re offering

• Competitive compensation.
• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A flexible/hybrid work environment combining in office collaboration and remote working.
• Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year.
• Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis.

At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.

How to apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.

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Functional Areas: Finance

Requisition ID: 6273