Job Description

Senior Analyst, Market Data


Pune



About Citco

Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 80 offices worldwide. With more than $1 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients' needs.


For more information about Citco, please visit www.citco.com


About the Team & Business Line:

Fund Administration is Citco's core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry's most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.


As a core member of our Data Operations, Market Data team, you will be working with some of the industry's most accomplished professionals to deliver award-winning services for complex fund structures that our clients can depend upon.


Data Operations, Market Data Business Group (MDBG) works with the Middle Office and Back Office teams in all of our offices to ensure the accuracy of listed security reference and pricing data. The team necessitates knowledge of financial instruments and AExeo to investigate issues relating to AExeo functionality and instrument reference and pricing data. Some of these issues include accounting reconciliation, accrued interest investigation, research on new security types and how a security is set up or functions within AExeo Excellence (CoE) locations.



Position Overview


Senior Analyst is part of the front-line function within Market Data and is responsible for meeting the deliverables of the group to both internal and external clients. Sr. Analyst reports to the Supervisor and will be required to develop an understanding of the fundamentals of accounting, security master and data processing. The successful candidate will have the ability to follow processes and have a fundamental understanding of complex financial instruments. As a member of this team, the Sr. Analyst is responsible for management of all aspects of automating and processing this data. Sr. Analyst is expected to have knowledge of Hedge funds, accounting and its associated financial instruments. This team is expected to be able to resolve data issues based on an understanding of the overall lifecycle of a trade.



Your Role:

• Troubleshoot daily issues that arise regarding vendor/market data and AExeo's application of that data
• Analyze and correct anomalies in both vendor provided data as well as client data.
• Recognize patterns of issues and create requests to the IT staff for solutions
• Position reports into the Vice President of the group
• Gather requirements from clients for and work with development on projects relating to market and instrument data, particularly new instruments coming to market.
Work as liaison for clients with Citco Data Services Helpdesk, the group that actually adds securities to our proprietary accounting system
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About You:

Education and Experience


• Bachelor or master level degree in accounting, finance, business, economics or other relevant professional designation (CFA, CGA, CMA, CA, CPA);
• Minimum 3?5 years' experience in Fund Administration or Brokerage Operations with a strong Understanding of both static and variable Market Data
• Product knowledge in the following: US, Global, Fixed Income, commodities and derivatives
• Familiarity with Bloomberg, Reuters, IDC, Telekurs, and/or Markit EDM
• Good problem-solving skills. Candidates need to understand root cause of problems highlighted by internal teams and address accordingly
Experience with Market Data is preferred with understanding of security masters and pricing masters.
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Non-Technical Qualifications


• Ability to manage multiple tasks including; project tasks, deadlines, etc.
• Ability to interact with clients, vendors for support and information
• Excellent communication skills, including verbal, written and presentation are necessary.
• Must be customer service oriented, flexible and adaptable.

• Demonstration of problem solving abilities through their past experience a plus
• Strong market data and project experience required
• Prior experience with VBA, SQL and or Markit EDM a plus
• Intermediate to advanced excel knowledge preferred

Working Hours and Location

Work hours normally run on a 24x5 hour basis per operational requirements. The team covers Asia-Pacific, European and North American time zones in a follow-the-sun model.

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Our Benefits

Your wellbeing is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.



We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.


Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.