Data Steward – Data Operations (NY)

Krollbondratingagency; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Professional development

Employee referral bonus

Family/leave

Job summary

KBRA Holdings, LLC is seeking a Data Steward – Data Operations in New York to handle rating data, entities, transactions, securities, identifiers, and reference data across the rating lifecycle.

This mid-level role collaborates with analytics, compliance, and technology teams, follows SOPs, improves data quality, and explores AI-driven automation to boost accuracy and efficiency in KBRA's ratings process.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in a financial services organization or 2 years in a credit rating agency
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Information Systems, STEM, or related field
• Experience with fixed-income products, reference data, entity management, or ratings operations preferred
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to interpret information from multiple internal and external sources
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT is a plus

Responsibilities

• Process standard and complex analytical rating requests independently, following SOPs
• Research, analyze, and resolve atypical data scenarios that require judgment beyond documented procedures
• Create and maintain entities, transactions, securities, ratings, identifiers (CUSIP, ISIN, LEI, etc.), and reference data throughout the rating lifecycle
• Analyze internal analytical documentation and external reference sources to determine appropriate data updates
• Perform confirmed data corrections and ad hoc data updates while maintaining high data quality standards
• Participate in data quality initiatives, data profiling, reconciliation activities, and operational improvement projects
• Assist with automation initiatives and process improvement efforts
• Document new or updated operational procedures and maintain process documentation in Confluence
• Investigate and resolve data discrepancies in collaboration with analytical teams and internal stakeholders
• Support workflow coordination and ensure timely processing of rating activities
• Identify opportunities to apply AI and automation to streamline manual processes, improve data quality, and enhance operational productivity

Skills

SQL

Python

Excel

Jira

AI tools (ChatGPT)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Business/Information Systems/STEM

Tools

Confluence

Job description

Position and Details

Position: Data Steward – Data Operations (NY)

Entity: KBRA Holdings, LLC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: New York, NY

Summary / Overview

KBRA Data Management is part of the Technology department and works closely with the analytical teams to support the ratings process, improve data quality, and ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

The Data Operations team provides operational support throughout the rating lifecycle by creating and maintaining entities, transactions, securities, identifiers, and ratings data in KBRA's systems. This position is a mid-level Data Steward role, intended for individuals who have progressed beyond entry-level responsibilities and are capable of independently processing both standard and complex rating requests while supporting continuous process improvements.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with analytical teams, Corporate Assessments, Electronic Publishing, Compliance, and Technology to ensure accurate, timely, and complete data supporting KBRA's ratings.

About the Job

• Process standard and complex analytical rating requests independently, following established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Research, analyze, and resolve atypical data scenarios that require judgment beyond documented procedures.
• Create and maintain entities, transactions, securities, ratings, identifiers (CUSIP, ISIN, LEI, etc.), and reference data throughout the rating lifecycle.
• Analyze internal analytical documentation and external reference sources to determine appropriate data updates.
• Perform confirmed data corrections and ad hoc data updates while maintaining high data quality standards.
• Participate in data quality initiatives, data profiling, reconciliation activities, and operational improvement projects.
• Assist with automation initiatives and process improvement efforts.
• Document new or updated operational procedures and maintain process documentation in Confluence.
• Investigate and resolve data discrepancies in collaboration with analytical teams and internal stakeholders.
• Support workflow coordination and ensure timely processing of rating activities.
• Identify opportunities to apply AI and automation to streamline manual processes, improve data quality, and enhance operational productivity.

You will be successful in this role if you have

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a financial services organization or 2 years of experience within a credit rating agency.
• Bachelor's degree required (Finance, Economics, Business, Information Systems, STEM, or related field preferred).
• Experience working with fixed‑income products, reference data, entity management, or ratings operations preferred.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret information from multiple internal and external sources.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to data accuracy and operational excellence.
• Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus

Technical Skills

• Basic to intermediate SQL skills.
• Basic Python knowledge preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience with Jira or similar workflow management tools preferred.
• Experience using AI‑powered productivity tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, GitHub Copilot, or similar) to improve research, documentation, data analysis, and operational efficiency preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting credit rating workflows or financial reference data.
• Experience with data governance, metadata, or data quality initiatives.
• Experience working with entity, transaction, and security master data.
• Familiarity with fixed‑income securities, structured finance, corporate ratings, or related financial products.

Experience leveraging generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Claude, Gemini, or similar) to automate routine tasks, analyze data, create documentation, and identify process improvement.

Salary Range

The anticipated annual base salary range for this full‑time position is $75,000 to $90,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job‑related factors.

Benefits

• A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays in the office)
• Competitive benefits and paid time off
• Paid family and disability leave
• 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
• Educational and professional development financial assistance
• Employee referral bonus program