Associate, Market Data Services (NE)
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka Team: Data Management Job Requisition #: R251954 Date posted: May. 02, 2025
Job description
About this role
At BlackRock, technology has always been at the core of what we do – and today, our technologists continue to shape the future of the industry with their innovative work. We are not only curious but also collaborative and eager to embrace experimentation as a means to solve complex challenges. Here you’ll find an environment that promotes working across teams, businesses, regions and specialties – and a firm committed to supporting your growth as a technologist through curated learning opportunities, tech-specific career paths, and access to experts and leaders around the world.
This is a leadership role based in Bengaluru and will form a core part of the Data Management team. The individual is responsible for aiding in the future growth and development of the team’s internal and external services as well as assisting with the ongoing development of the team leaders and team members. This is achieved through operational excellence and clear day-to-day maintenance of the dataset & content, including core business-as-usual (BAU) tasks and going above and beyond to collaborate, innovate and execute on relevant ad-hoc projects to improve the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of data. The individual is also responsible for people management to create a high-performing team. Collaboration with the Business Units will be key to achieving the above.
Responsibilities:
Ensure data collected by the team is of high quality, meets client expectations and is world class in terms of its breadth and depth
Managing day to day data operations with an aim to create and further operational excellence
Creating business optimization opportunities through understanding data workflows
Lead the day-to-day development of the team, ensuring that training is well-executed, protocols are followed, and the team remains engaged and motivated
Manage vendor operations for the dataset including training and performance management
Drive data quality (DQ) remediation initiatives by conducting root cause analysis, and impact assessment of changes when there are data quality problems
Troubleshoot escalated data quality incidents, collaborating with regional stakeholders and/or global BUs as needed and represent and own data to our clients.
Assist in the communication of KPI reporting requirements for the team to relevant stakeholders to ensure reporting processes, including automated solutions, are accurate and updated in a timely manner when development is required
Create and Implement data driven innovation (adhoc projects) of products and processes to ensure the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of the dataset remain best in class
Adhere to, and promoting, the business definitions and documenting transformations of data through data flows
Create management reports on the overall performance of the underlying teams
Understand impact and relevancy of data sources and data collection processes available in industry with an aim to improve core data offerings
Collaborate across sub functional teams to identify further opportunities to improve the core tenet of data services
Demonstrate subject matter expert (SME) for the dataset, supporting internal (including sales teams) and external (including clients) stakeholders in gaining an understanding of internal processes concerning data management
Provide support to Research Insights, Product & Marketing Groups, etc., to ensure all related publications and content are delivered according to guidelines and deadlines
Identify areas of improvement for data management organization globally
Hiring and Performance Management
Key Requirements:
At least 3-6 years of relevant working experience in financial data services/alternative assets required , with additional 1-2 years of leadership experience in a people management role
Prior Management and leadership experience is key for the role
Relevant experience supporting a senior manager is a must
Proven track record of excellent operational management abilities - exhibiting persistence, patience, and a keen eye for detail within a well-respected data company
Experience introducing and tracking Key Performance Indicators and other performance metrics
Hands on, motivational and entrepreneurial leader with the demonstrated professionalism to lead the team
Prior experience in collaborating across functions to execute on requirements is a must
Ability and enthusiasm to work as part of a team and independently to achieve business and individual goals
Proactive approach to identifying and investigating anomalies, as well as a desire develop and rationalize solutions
Proven Project Management skills including workflow design is preferred
Strong time management and prioritization skills
Demonstrated communications skills with experience working with high level executives.
Business fluency in English is required
Education level – Bachelors’ Degree.
Knowledge of business intelligence systems such as QlikSense/Tableau/Power BI, etc as a consumer to direct teams on valuable reports is a must
Candidates with the right to work will be prioritized
Project Management certification preferred.
Organisational design skills are key in order to work with senior management on strategic initiatives.
Knowledge of techstack and workflow systems is preferred
Understanding of data lifecycle management from acquisition to data publishing is preferred
Relevant project experience with outsourcing partners preferred
Experience in working across cultures and locations and/or in a remote management setup preferred.
Change Management experience supporting global transitions preferred.
Technical knowledge (SQL/Python) preferred.
Prior experience working in or knowledge of the alternative assets industry or Prior expertise within Data Management in financial services preferred
Experience with various workflow tools such as Alteryx, Salesforce, Outreach, Jira, Office 365, etc.
Our benefits
To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive healthcare, support for working parents and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.
Our hybrid work model
BlackRock’s hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person – aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.
About BlackRock
At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children’s educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.
This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment – the one we make in our employees. It’s why we’re dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.
For additional information on BlackRock, please visit @blackrock | Twitter: @blackrock | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/blackrock
BlackRock is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age, disability, family status, gender identity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and other protected attributes at law.
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