Data Steward – Data Operations (NY)

KBRA; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive benefits

Paid time off

401(k) match

Education and professional development

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

KBRA is seeking a mid-level Data Steward for Data Operations in New York. You will manage entities, transactions, securities, ratings, and reference data across the rating lifecycle, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

The role emphasizes data quality, SOP adherence, and collaboration with analytics, compliance, and technology teams. Responsibilities include processing complex requests, researching data discrepancies, and contributing to automation and process improvements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in financial services or 2+ years in a credit rating agency.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, IS, STEM, or related field.
• Experience with fixed‑income data, entity management, or ratings operations preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process standard and complex rating requests following SOPs.
• Research and resolve atypical data scenarios requiring judgment.
• Create and maintain entities, transactions, securities, ratings, identifiers and reference data.
• Analyze internal docs and external sources to determine data updates.
• Perform data corrections and ad‑hoc updates while preserving quality.
• Support data quality initiatives and process improvements.
• Assist automation efforts and document new procedures in Confluence.
• Investigate data discrepancies with analytical teams and stakeholders.

Skills

SQL

Python

Excel

Jira

AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ChatGPT

GitHub Copilot

Microsoft Copilot

Jira

Job description

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

About Us

Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA) is a full‑service credit rating agency registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as an NRSRO. Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe Limited is registered as a CRA with the European Securities and Markets Authority. Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited is registered as a CRA with the UK Financial Conduct Authority pursuant to the Temporary Registration Regime. In addition, KBRA is designated as a designated rating organization by the Ontario Securities Commission for issuers of asset‑backed securities to file a short form prospectus or shelf prospectus. KBRA is also recognized by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners as a Credit Rating Provider.