Associate Director, Data Partnership - Upstream, Power & Gas

S&P Global, Inc.; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 113,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Flexible Downtime

Continuous Learning

Invest in Your Future

Family Friendly Perks

Beyond the Basics

Job summary

S&P Global is seeking an Associate Director within the Enterprise Data Organization to advance data strategy for Upstream, Power & Gas. You will partner with business stakeholders and data execution teams to develop roadmaps, define data quality standards, and translate strategy into actionable goals across the EDO.

The role requires 5+ years in data management within energy, strong cross‑functional collaboration, and proficiency with SQL, ETL, and data visualization tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data management, data harmonization, or related field within energy.
• Ability to bridge business needs and data execution across cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for leadership updates.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a data strategy aligned with broader EDO and company strategies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define and execute data strategy meeting client expectations.
• Translate strategy into actionable goals and measurable targets for the EDO.

Skills

Data strategy

Data management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Tools

SQL

ETL

Data visualization

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 12

The Team The Enterprise Data Organization is dedicated to leveraging S&P Global’s extensive data coverage to deliver innovative solutions across the enterprise. The EDO CERA Data Partnership team sits at the intersection of business stakeholders and data execution, delivering high-quality, purpose-driven data through standardization and harmonization. As part of this collaborative and cross‑functional team, the Associate Director will help connect S&P Global CERA, Data Stewards, Operations Managers, Product, and Technology to accelerate data strategy initiatives for Upstream, Power, and Gas.

Responsibilities and Impact

Partner with the Director of Data Partnership – Upstream, Power & Gas to develop and implement a data strategy for S&P Global CERA aligned with broader S&P Global and Enterprise Data Organization strategies.

Collaborate with Client, Product, Sales, Technology, Data, and other stakeholders to define and execute a data strategy that meets and exceeds client expectations.

Consult on client business problems, identify data needs, present data‑driven solutions, and create practical development roadmaps for stakeholders at all levels of the business.

Translate S&P Global CERA strategy into actionable goals and measurable targets for the Enterprise Data Organization while clearly articulating the value and business rationale.

Work closely with Data Operations, Data Stewardship, Quality & Customer, and other EDO teams to define data quality, timeliness, comprehensiveness, policies, and procedures.

Serve as a conduit between S&P Global Energy CERA and the EDO, promoting active communication across the organization on opportunities, progress, and the health of EDO-sponsored projects.

Compensation/Benefits Information

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $113,001 to $128,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is not eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus or sales commission plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits.

What We’re Looking For

Basic Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience in data management, data harmonization, business development, or a related field within the energy industry. Experience bridging business needs and data management execution across cross‑functional teams. Strong organizational management and business case development skills, with the ability to work across business teams and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas, recommendations, and progress updates to leadership.

Additional Preferred Qualifications Strong knowledge of Upstream, Power, and Gas data. Experience with data management tools and technologies, including SQL, ETL, and data visualization tools. Experience supporting customers and participating in commercial conversations. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Ability to build trust quickly, simplify complexity, connect stakeholders, drive alignment, and follow through effectively in a matrixed environment.

Right to Work Requirements

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

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, Restart, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence.

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.

Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Benefits

• 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.

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