​What you need to know

We are currently seeking a Financial Services Data Analyst for our global financial services client, based in Limerick (hybrid working available).

Reporting into the Manager, this role within the Asset Services group, will serve as a subject matter expert on data quality issues across funds, fixed income and equity instruments.  

This is an 18-month contract position with some potential for extension and / or permanency. 

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Key duties & responsibilities:

• Set up new Security records on company systems

• Research asset information on vendor terminals and websites ensuring accurate set up

• Review new asset information, applying knowledge of various security types to interpret and enrich existing setups

• Communicate with data and valuation vendors, brokers, and requestors etc. to obtain information regarding assets

• Ensure daily SLAs are met with required quality

• Investigation of Reference data queries and critical client issues

• Ability to handle, escalate and resolve queries in a timely manner

• Build a strong repository of Operations and Domain knowledge in the team

• Ensure documentation of the process activities / process change is in line with the organizational/audit standards for documentation

• Identify and communicate errors & to maintain & report relevant metrics in a timely manner

• Follow audit norms, report deviations / suggest improvements in controls

What are we looking for?

• Previous financial services experience is an advantage

• Knowledge of various asset classes and related Reference data

• Knowledge of Bloomberg, ICE desirable

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills

• Ability to work within strict deadlines under pressure and to work on own initiative

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Please apply using a CV in Microsoft Word format, thank you.

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