VP Data Transformation

The Citco Group Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Citco is seeking a tenured Data Transformation Lead to manage strategic data initiatives for flagship clients within the fund services sector. You will bridge the gap between client requirements and technical delivery, ensuring accurate solutions and high-quality outcomes.

You will lead projects, mentor teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to advance data integration, modelling, and data products across complex fund structures. A strong accounting/finance background is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in data within financial services.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary relationship partner and key point of contact for high-profile clients on strategic data initiatives.
• Bridge communication between clients and technical teams by gathering, documenting, and articulating detailed business requirements for accurate solution delivery.
• Drive Data Transformation projects and support a high-quality client experience from requirements gathering to delivery.
• Build a best-in-class team supporting premier client relationships and their data initiatives, working with Citco clients and stakeholders to assess needs and identify the best solution.
• Provide client-facing materials to share subject matter expertise across data technologies (data integration, data modelling, data products/services).
• Support RFP questions to foster future partnerships with Citco prospects.
• Provide subject matter expertise in accounting and finance to support data solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Data modeling

ETL

Agile/Scrum

Client-facing

Business development

Scripting languages

Finance tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in quantitative discipline

Tools

Atlassian tools

AWS

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 50 office locations worldwide. With more than $1.8 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients’ needs.

About Citco

Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 50 office locations worldwide. With more than $1.8 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients’ needs.

About the Team & Business Line

Fund Administration is Citco’s core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of theindustry’smost respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience. As a core member of our Data Transformationteam, you willbe working with some of the industry’s most accomplished professionals to deliver award-winning services for complex fund structures that our clients can depend upon.

Responsibilities

Your role:

• Serve as the primary relationship partner and key point of contact for specific high-profile clients on their strategic data initiatives
• Bridge communication between clients and technical teams by gathering, documenting, and articulating detailed business requirements to ensure accurate solution delivery
• Drive Data Transformation client projects and support a high-quality client experience from requirements gathering to delivery
• Build a best-in-class team supporting premier client relationships and their data initiatives, working closely with Citco clients and business stakeholders to assess client needs and identify the solution best suited to meet those needs
• Provide client facing materials to share subject matter expertise and deep knowledge across data technologies (e.g. data integration, data modelling, data products / services)
• Support RFP questions where they arise to help foster future partnership with Citco prospects
• Provide subject matter expertise and deep knowledge in accounting and finance to support related data solutions
• Demonstrate a client-driven approach at all times, fostering long-term relationships with clients
• Maintain a proactive approach to staying up-to-date on industry changes and technology advancements, providing insights into industry trends internally and to clients
• Collaborate with Data Transformation leadership to identify and prioritize key areas for improvement based on the client conversations and projects that arise

Qualifications

About you:

• 10+ years' experience working with data and within the financial services industry
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Bachelor’s degree in quantitative discipline such as accounting, computer science, data science, information technology, engineering, or related field
• Experience with scripting languages and finance tools
• Knowledge of data integration, ETL processes, and data modeling
• Familiarity with Atlassian products and AWS preferred
• Strong analytical skills for data preparation, cleaning, normalization, and deduplication
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies beneficial
• Client-facing and business development experience in the finance industry required
• Knowledge of financial products and hedge, private equity, real assets fund administration beneficial
• Strategic mindset with the ability to enhance the Citco client experience via new processes and / or technologies
• Ability to influence and persuade

Our Benefits

Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.