Data Analyst

The Role

The Data Office for WTW Investments is a central team that is responsible for sourcing, creation and maintenance of datasets which is fit-for-purpose, timely and accurate; with the objective to deliver on business outcomes such as trading, analytics, reporting and performance measurement. The team maintains the golden source of multiple datasets such as Instruments, Pricing, Counterparty, Client etc. and ensures the integrity of the data using data quality and standards frameworks. 

The role requires the candidate to help support the business in delivering on specific projects and continuing to support BAU activities for the various datasets. The candidate willl quickly build a sound understanding of our business structure and the information within it, while working with a diverse mix of investment professionals of different backgrounds and experience levels.

In this role, you will:

• Create and maintain dataset across multiple platforms (ex:new clients, SSI, pricing, valuations and portfolio details) based on procedures and protocols
• Perform data quality control checks, liaising with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) as required
• Carry out exception reporting and resolution tracking. Ensuring aged and critical exceptions are resolved within the agreed SLA.
• Develop competence with internal systems and processes
• Support ad hoc data extractions requests from internal stakeholders 
• Develop and maintain robust processes to ensure data is accurate and meets business needs
• Support the transition of the business to new data management systems and tools
• Assist with the documentation of processes
• Develop technical expertise and collaboration within the team and across the Investments business

The successful candidate will be expected to work within the existing risk management and audit framework of the team and business, which includes checklists and review processes, branded ‘Professional Excellence’. All team members are encouraged to contribute ideas for process improvements.

Throughout you will benefit from the business’s focus on training and development, including soft-skills, investment knowledge and data expertise.

The Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required preferably with specialization in finance or capital markets, with 6 months to 1 year of relevant work experience
• Should be able to exhibit understanding of capital markets and the asset classes
• Should be able to showcase problem solving skills, ability to comprehend financial jargon etc
• Prior experience on Simcorp or any other IBOR platform will be highly advantageous
• Confidence to liaise with people at all levels in a variety of roles, locations and functions
• Proven effective oral and written communication skills in business English; ability to ask right questions and seek help where appropriate
• Ability to work on own initiative when required, as well as in a team
• Detail and results orientated, with a logical and analytical method of working
• Good organization and time management skill, with a proven ability to handle a variety of assignments and meet tight deadlines
• Good communicator, pro-active, self-starter with a keen eye for detail and ability to multi-task
• Team player with enthusiasm to challenge processes and work with the team to effect change

WTW is an equal opportunities employer