Vice President, Company Intelligence Data

About this role

This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.

You will be joining the world’s leading data and insights provider for the alternatives assets industry. We empower the finance community with comprehensive data and expert insights so they can make faster and smarter investment decisions with precision and confidence. We are a forward-thinking company and strive to make an impact by enabling our customers to envision future possibilities, invest in ideas and infrastructure that build strong communities.

The Team

Data is core to Preqin’s offerings. The Company Intelligence data team thrives in delivering accurate, timely and complete Company and Deals data to our clients.

Besides collecting content, the Company Intelligence data team collaborates extensively with our internal and external clients to improvise our offerings by bringing to bear technology, AI and domain expertise in our Operations.

Role Overview

This is a leadership role in our Company Intelligence Team in Bengaluru, India. This role will be responsible for aiding in the future growth and the development of the team’s internal and external deliverables, assisting with the ongoing development of the team members, leading internal workstreams and working with Senior Stakeholders.

This is achieved through operational excellence and clear day-to-day maintenance of the dataset & content, including core business-as-usual tasks, going above and beyond to collaborate, innovate and execute 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 and to develop leaders. Collaboration with the Product and Technology teams will be key to achieving and exceeding the objectives.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the 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 and bettering the same
• 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
• Drive data quality (DQ) remediation initiatives by conducting root cause analysis, timely feedback and impact assessment of changes when there are data quality problems
• Troubleshoot advanced data quality incidents, collaborating with regional collaborators and/or global BUs as needed and represent and own data to our clients.
• Leverage AI to deliver the process simplification.
• Create and implement data driven innovation (adhoc projects) of products and processes
• Collaborate across department levels to identify further opportunities to improve data services
• Demonstrate authority for the dataset and support internal and external collaborators
• Hiring and performance management of the team.
• Uphold and encourage adoption of Company values and policies

Key Requirements

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in data or financial data services
• Demonstrated ability to acquire domain knowledge relevant to data and financial markets
• Minimum experience of 2 to 3 years in leading leaders and managing large operations
• Understanding the data lifecycle management from acquisition to data publishing
• Proven track record in performance management and team leadership
• Strong operational management ensuring productivity and quality standards
• Project management of data initiatives aligned to business strategy
• Strong communication skills highlighting risks and dependencies
• Business fluency in English
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Knowledge of BI systems such as Power BI and Power Tools

Desired Experience

• Experience in leading mid-to-large teams
• Experience working with Engineering teams to improve workflows
• Experience in alternative assets or financial services data management
• Project management certification or SQL/Python knowledge is a plus
• Knowledge of Emerging AI tools in Data and Workflow management
• Understanding of Generative AI tools like Copilot, ChatGPT etc.,
• Experience in Process Re-Engineering and Process simplification.
• Financial services data management
• Experience with workflow tools such as Salesforce, Jira, Office 365

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.

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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.