Senior Associate - Data Integration Analyst

Job Description

The Data Integration team sits within the Data Services team and is responsible for ensuring that data being sourced for critical business functions is available and fit for purpose. This team coordinates the on-boarding of external index data and leads the process to ensure this data is available on time and with good quality. The team also includes data analysts who support critical projects and ensure data is understood and documented prior to being integrated into key business processes. GENERAL DESCRIPTION (ROLE) The Core Platforms Data Integration Analyst is a key player in ensuring that the data Parametric relies on for critical business functions is available and of good quality. This role interacts with multiple areas of the firm (data management, portfolio management, etc.) in addition to external vendors. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support the daily issue management process for benchmark data, including data quality or completeness concerns. Execute root cause data analysis to identify issues, work with internal and external partners to drive issues to resolution.
• Support the recurring Proforma process to ensure files are managed and released to business users prior to start of trading.
• Work with data providers to monitor and resolve quality issue with data files received.
• Document and/or update the process used to monitor incoming market data
• Work with internal technology teams to coordinate requirements and release testing for internal tools and UIs
Qualifications - External JOB QUALIFICATIONS SKILL SET Required Experience: 4+ yearsSkill set: MS Excel / SQL or similar data query language / data visualization tools Primary Skills
• Undergraduate degree required, Economics, Finance, Technology or related field strongly preferred
• 4+ years of experience working with investments, market data, or corporate actions
• Proficient in MS Excel including experience with large data set analysis
• Proficient in SQL or similar data query language
• Demonstrate strength in critical thinking to help recommend solutions, requires an analytical and thoughtful approach to work and making decisions
• Strong team player and ultimately focused on delivering results with high standards
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment
Good to Have Skills
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI)
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximise their full potential. Our skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the global communities in which we operate and who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents. ABOUT MORGAN STANLEY Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services. With offices in more than 41 countries, the Firms employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions and individuals. For further information about Morgan Stanley, please visit www.morganstanley.com . ABOUT PARAMETRIC Parametric is part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, the asset management division of Morgan Stanley. We partner with advisors, institutions, and consultants to build portfolios focused on what s important to them and their clients. A leader in custom solutions for more than 30 years, we help investors access efficient market exposures, solve implementation challenges, and design multi-asset portfolios that respond to their evolving needs. We also offer systematic alpha and alternative strategies to complement clients core holdings.This role is part of Parametrics hybrid working model, which includes working in the office 2-3 days a week and choosing to work remotely or in the office the remaining days of the week. ABOUT TEAM The Data Integration team sits within the Data Services team and is responsible for ensuring that data being sourced for critical business functions is available and fit for purpose. This team coordinates the on-boarding of external index data and leads the process to ensure this data is available on time and with good quality. The team also includes data analysts who support critical projects and ensure data is understood and documented prior to being integrated into key business processes. GENERAL DESCRIPTION (ROLE) The Core Platforms Data Integration Analyst is a key player in ensuring that the data Parametric relies on for critical business functions is available and of good quality. This role interacts with multiple areas of the firm (data management, portfolio management, etc.) in addition to external vendors. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Support the daily issue management process for benchmark data, including data quality or completeness concerns. Execute root cause data analysis to identify issues, work with internal and external partners to drive issues to resolution.
• Support the recurring Proforma process to ensure files are managed and released to business users prior to start of trading.
• Work with data providers to monitor and resolve quality issue with data files received.
• Document and/or update the process used to monitor incoming market data
• Work with internal technology teams to coordinate requirements and release testing for internal tools and UIs
, * JOB QUALIFICATIONS SKILL SET Required Experience: 2+ yearsSkill set: MS Excel / SQL or similar data query language / data visualization tools Primary Skills
• Undergraduate degree required, Economics, Finance, Technology or related field strongly preferred
• 2+ years of experience working with investments, market data, or corporate actions
• Proficient in MS Excel including experience with large data set analysis
• Proficient in SQL or similar data query language
• Demonstrate strength in critical thinking to help recommend solutions, requires an analytical and thoughtful approach to work and making decisions
• Strong team player and ultimately focused on delivering results with high standards
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment
Good to Have Skills
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI)

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