Sr Product Analysis and Design Analyst

Job Description

Department overview:Reference Data Vendor Management - Reference Data is a growing product within Pricing, Valuations and Reference (PVR) under Data Valuations and Analytics. The Reference Data products service internal as well as external clients and are focused on developing a suite of Reference Data offerings for the broader marketplace across Fixed Income, Equity, Securitized Products & CDS. They offer a unique combination of content and industry expertise, enabling our clients to make timely and efficient decisions, effectively manage risk and transform their operational processes.Position SummaryThe successful candidate will form a key part of the Reference Data - Vendor Management team responsible for maintaining smooth running of the vendor data feeds, performing new vendor data analysis and vendor mandated feed changes. The role also includes enhancing the Reference Data product offering and working closely with Business Development and Sales for the Pre-Sales function to understand client requirements and helping define solutions wherever required across various asset classes such as Fixed Income, Equity, Securitized Products & CDS. The successful candidate will work closely with key stakeholders and other functions within the wider global team - Sales, Business Development, Product Management, Business Analysts, Technology in Singapore, London, New York, Dallas and NCR region.Duties & Accountabilities

• Working Closely with Sales and Business Development Team for the Pre-Sales function and perform Coverage Checks and Attributes of Interest analysis
• Identify gaps using the coverage analysis and working closely with Product and Business Development Teams in identifying solutions and new vendor sources wherever required.
• Performing new vendor data analysis to help decide build versus buy strategy
• Defining feed mapping requirements and business rules to on-board new vendor data feeds and other vendor mandated changes.
• User acceptance testing for new data feed onboarding or enhancements to existing data feeds/product functionality.
• Proactively monitoring processing of data feeds to ensure smooth running on daily basis.
• Managing requests/queries received from internal teams and internal as well as external clients.
• Improve database quality by identifying root cause of data gaps and liaising with Vendors if required to improve quality and completeness of data.
• Identification of opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and data quality improvement projects
• Ensuring mapping requirements and business rules are well thought through to avoid enhancements later and UAT is performed rigorously to identify any bugs or missing requirements and thereby ensuring successful production release.
• Ability to work independently and liaise with counterparts/stakeholders globally.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders
• Must have general understanding of financial markets and be keen to expand knowledge.
• Good understanding of Fixed Income Market - Corporates, Sovereign, Municipals, Securitized Bonds as well as Equity Market.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
• Intermediate knowledge of SQL and Excel
• Multi-tasking, time management and ability to prioritize tasks
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Business CompetenciesEducation and experienceGraduate degree/ Post-Graduate or equivalent in ideally Finance, Economics or Business MustUnderstanding of financial markets.Good knowledge of different types of fixed income instruments and terms and conditions associated with them along-with Equities MarketDesirableKnowledge of VBA along with Python will be desirableCommercial AwarenessMust have a keen interest in finance and be up to date with current global financial market news.Personal CompetenciesPersonal ImpactThe ideal candidate must be a self-starter, adapt to dynamics of the work environment, ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment. Meet tight timelines, hardworking, detail oriented and task driven with strong work ethicsCommunicationStrong verbal and written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with clientsTeamworkBeing a team player is a vital aspect of the position, and it is expected that the candidate will work well individually, as well as in a global team environment coordinating well within Team as well across other TeamsCompany OverviewS&P Global delivers essential intelligence that powers decision making. We provide the worlds leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. As part of our team, youll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape.S&P Global Market Intelligence partners with customers to broaden their perspective and operate with confidence by bringing them leading data sources and technologies that embed insight in their daily work.S&P Global Ratings offers critical insights for credit, risk and sustainable finance solutions that are essential to translating complexity into clarity, so market participants can uncover opportunities.S&P Global Commodity Insights enables organizations to create long-term, sustainable value with data and insights for a complete view on the global energy and commodities markets.S&P Global Mobility turns invaluable insights captured from automotive data to help our clients understand todays market, reach more customers, and shape the future of automotive mobility.S&P Dow Jones Indices provides iconic and innovative index solutions, bringing transparency to global capital markets.S&P Global Engineering Solutions solves for tomorrows challenges today by transforming workflows and end-user experiences with data, insights, and technology. -----------------------------------------------------------Equal Opportunity EmployerS&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster describes discrimination protections under federal law. -----------------------------------------------------------20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), PDMGDV202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority - Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)

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Sr Product Analysis and Design Analyst