Investment Solutions Data Analyst (Hybrid)

SEI Investments Company; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Investment Solutions Data Analyst, where creativity and innovation are at the forefront. This role offers the chance to directly impact the investment management process by enhancing data quality and integrity. Collaborate with a dynamic team to acquire new data sets and develop solutions that meet diverse client needs. Enjoy a flexible working environment with a strong focus on personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about data and eager to drive efficiency, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid parental leave

Back-up childcare arrangements

Paid volunteer days

Discounted stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in financial services required.
• CFA and/or CIPM designation is a plus.
• Understanding of investment performance concepts is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve investment data flow and quality.
• Acquire and transform new data sets for internal databases.
• Automate and enhance efficiency of data-related tasks.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Data Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Computer Systems, Mathematics or MIS

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Factset

Bloomberg

BlackRock Solutions

Excel

Job description

When you step into SEI – anywhere in the world – you know you’re not inside a traditional financial services company. We have no offices. Our open innovation spaces spur creativity, the provocative artwork inspires conversation, and the flexible work-life balance drives personal and professional growth. We are a place to inspire your work, build your voice, and grow your community. We’re different. And we’re proud of it.

Position description:

SEI’s Investment Management Unit (IMU) is looking for an Investment Solutions Data Analyst to join our Data Team. This is a highly visible position and has a direct impact on the data used by SEI’s Investment Management Unit as well as market units. The successful candidate will work closely with other members of the IMU Data Team to acquire new data sets, create new processes/enhance existing ones, and develop solutions to meet the broad needs of the Investment Management Unit and its clients.

What you’ll do:

• Monitor existing data feeds and implement ways to improve investment data flow, data quality, and data consumption
• Acquire new data sets from internal and external sources, and establish processes to transform/store data in internal databases
• Create and monitor daily data integrity reports and processes; perform periodic reconciliation and data scrubs to maintain accuracy and integrity of internal databases
• Work with third party vendors to correct asset setup issues for portfolios in the IMU’s risk system
• Provide front-line quality assurance and controls for data used in the investment management process as well as for executive, portfolio management, and client reporting purposes
• Modify existing and periodically create new controls and procedures to mitigate risk and increase efficiency
• Troubleshoot data issues by working with analysts, portfolio managers, compliance, operations, vendors, clients, etc.
• Automate and increase the efficiency of day-to-day tasks and monthly processes
• Partner with other areas of IMU and SEI market units on projects and new product initiatives

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Computer Systems, Mathematics or MIS
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in financial services
• CFA and/or CIPM designation, or progress towards, is a plus. Reimbursement is provided for pursuing these designations.
• Understanding of traditional and alternative mutual funds and separately managed accounts, and the different types of investments they hold
• Experience with relational databases, SQL, Python, Power BI, or Access is a plus.
• Experience with fund accounting systems and analytical tools such as Factset, Bloomberg, and BlackRock Solutions is a plus
• Understanding of investment performance concepts, performance attribution and risk calculation is a plus
• Demonstrated proficiency in Excel required

Attributes we value:

• Exceptional analytical skills, strong oral and written communications skills, meticulous and detail-oriented.
• Must be a problem solver, critical thinker, self-motivated and possess a strong work ethic
• A desire to work with data and develop data related skill sets
• Must be process oriented and able to create a process where there is none
• Ability to maintain a project based work schedule
• Must be willing to become a specialist in a team atmosphere
• Ability to define and manage change within existing business processes
• Ability to work independently on concurrent tasks/projects and adhere to deadlines
• Ability to meet high expectations for precision and accuracy
• High degree of initiative and intellectual curiosity

SEI’s competitive advantage:

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including comprehensive care for your physical and mental well-being, a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a hybrid working environment for most roles, support for working parents and flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription, wellness, EAP, FSA), life and disability insurance (premiums paid for base coverage), 401(k) match, education assistance, commuter benefits, up to 11 paid holidays/year, 21 days PTO/year pro-rated for new hires which increases over time, paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, a discounted stock purchase plan, investment options, access to thriving employee networks and more.

We are a technology and asset management company delivering on our promise of building brave futures (SM)—for our clients, our communities, and ourselves. Come build your brave future at SEI.

SEI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and so much more…

After over 50 years in business, SEI remains a leading global provider of investment processing, investment management, and investment operations solutions. Reflecting our experience within financial services and financial technology our offices encompass an open floor plan and numerous art installations designed to encourage innovation and creativity in our workforce. We recognize that our people are our most valuable asset and that a healthy, happy, and motivated workforce is key to our continued growth. At SEI, we’re (literally) invested in your success. We offer our employees paid parental leave, back-up childcare arrangements, paid volunteer days, education assistance and access to thriving employee networks.

SEI is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.