Data Analyst Trade Operations

Company: Ceres FTS
Location: Boston
Posted on: May 9, 2025

Job Description:

The Trade Operations & Data Analyst will be a key member of the Investment Operations department with a primary focus on security reference data, characteristics data and overall asset data quality. The successful candidate will play a key role in formulating operational strategy, managing operational risk, creating and documenting efficient workflows, and supporting new initiatives for the firm. This person will work closely with other members of the Investment Operations and Technology teams as well as our Research Analysts, Portfolio Managers, and Traders. This position requires the ability to think strategically, with a continuous improvement mindset, the ability to demonstrate ownership to stakeholders around the firm, strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and an ability to work in a collaborative team atmosphere. Primary duties include the following:Responsible for accurate setup/maintenance of security master reference dataAnalyze and resolve complex data exceptions efficiently to ensure that data delivered to trading/compliance systems and all internal stakeholders is accurateClearly and confidently communicate with stakeholders around the firm to address inquiries related to security master reference dataInterface with front office teams to ensure integrity of investment related data, including accurate and timely set up and maintenance of security characteristics and pricing data in our internal systemsParticipate in firm-wide initiatives and projects as needed, including new product implementations by reviewing investment data needs and ensuring system readinessProvide day-to-day oversight for outsourced data operations functionsQualificationsFour year college degree (B.S. or B.A) with an excellent academic recordHave at least 7 years of prior investment data experience with a very strong preference for someone with security reference master experience at an investment manager, a service provider (such as a custodian), or a broker-dealerExperience with Eagle PACE, Eagle RDC, Charles River, Bloomberg and Yield Book preferredDemonstrated ability to develop strategies, advocate for them, and execute as applicableStrong quantitative and analytical skillsHighly organized, detail-oriented, flexible, reliable and proactiveExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsDemonstrated ability to follow established work processes and meet strict deadlinesAbility to work effectively and independently as well as contribute to a team environmentPossesses personal qualities compatible with a highly collegial and collaborative cultureHybrid 4 days a week in office 1 remote.
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