Data Quality & Process Excellence, Aladdin Data, Director

About this role

Overview:

We are seeking a strategic and expert leader to establish the Data Quality and Process Excellence function in DataOps for one of the largest global FinTech’s. This is a new role that will transform how we ensure high quality data across all data domains with outstanding modern data quality processes & reflects our dedication to invest in our Enterprise Data Platform to unlock our data strategy for BlackRock and our Aladdin Client Community. A technology first approach, to drive the transformation in the Data Operations function with high levels of automation and engineering, is needed along with strong client engagement skills. This role requires a deep understanding of data, domains, and the associated controls.

Key Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will be a high-energy, technology and data driven individual who has a track record in establishing and leading domain and process driven automation/excellence initiatives and operations.

• Define the standards for Data Quality partnering with Engineering and Data Stewards to build data quality controls & procedures to deliver on time high quality data.

• Build Input Data Quality Operations with 24x7 coverage

• Lead the design/optimization of end-to-end data processes across multiple data domains

• Build and implement outstanding processes across Incident Management, Problem Management, Query Management etc

• Drive the implementation/optimization of automated data workflows, supervising processes and data quality controls by leveraging AI and other sophisticated automation tools.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvements by reviewing operational metrics, identifying bottlenecks, and optimizing data Ops workflows to improve overall performance.

• Establish key performance indicators and metrics to measure the effectiveness of process excellence and data quality efforts across different data domains.

• Work closely with senior leadership, Data Stewardship, Governance, Product and engineering teams to ensure alignment between data operations, business objectives, and strategic initiatives.

• Drive the evolution of the DataOps function by finding opportunities for process automation, optimization, and scale
  

Knowledge and Experience:

• Masters/Professional Degree in Business, Computer Science or Engineering

• 12+ years’ experience in Data Operations, Data Management, Operations Transformation with both functional and technical exposure.

• Understanding of modern-day data highways, the associated challenges, and effective controls

• Passionate about data platforms, data quality and everything data

• Technical expert including experience with data processing, orchestration, data ingestion, cloud-based databases/warehousing and business intelligence tools

• The ability to analyze large data sets through the data lifecycle, including the tooling and observability required to ensure data quality and control at scale

• Subject matter expert, willing to learn new data domains

• Strong presence with clients

• Inquisitive leader who will bring new insights that challenge the status quo

• Ability to navigate a large, highly matrixed organization

• Financial services experience desired

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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