About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
11
The Team: This leadership position will be a part of S&P Global s Enterprise Data Organisation s (EDO) Capital Markets data operations team. The purpose of this team is to generate unique market-leading data, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. By leveraging innovative data collection and analytical techniques, we enhance transparency and deliver actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making. Our culture of innovation prioritizes Lean methodologies and automation to streamline processes and improve data integrity. Through strong stakeholder relationships and a deep understanding of market dynamics, we position ourselves as trusted partners, equipping clients with the intelligence needed to navigate opportunities and risks in a competitive environment.
Impact:
This position offers the opportunity to lead a team of highly motivated individuals and contribute to achieving the team s goals. You will lead efforts to improve data accuracy, completeness, and timeliness through collaboration, innovation, and the execution of ad-hoc projects, with a focus on acquiring and collecting public and private data. Through strong stakeholder relationships and a deep understanding of market dynamics, we position ourselves as trusted partners, equipping clients with the intelligence needed to navigate opportunities and risks in a competitive environment.
Responsibilities:
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Formulate and implement data-driven strategies that balance technical and product knowledge, collaborating with multiple teams to create best-in-class solutions.
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Oversee and implement data quality projects that align with evolving business priorities, ensuring high standards of data integrity.
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Identify opportunities for new datasets within the market landscape and support the development of strategies to incorporate them into existing frameworks.
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Demonstrate empathy and support team members, especially during challenging times, promoting a culture of well-being and collaboration.
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Encourage team motivation, facilitate career progression discussions, and execute succession planning to nurture talent within the team.
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Enhance the technical skills of the team, preparing them for future growth and evolving industry demands.
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Establish SMART objectives for team members, actively manage performance, and communicate the Pay for Performance culture and its linkage to rewards.
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Track and communicate team performance metrics, including time utilization and quality statistics, while setting challenging benchmarks for resource efficiency.
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Mentor the team on industry trends and large-scale data projects, providing guidance on business initiatives.
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Manage short-term and long-term projects from resource planning to execution, collaborating closely with the Data Management team to ensure alignment and effectiveness.
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Drive constructive conversations with the leadership team and stakeholders across various locations, ensuring alignment on goals and expectations.
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Advocate for a culture of innovation by understanding processes and workflows, generating ideas to eliminate content gaps and establish best practices. Foster a lean mindset to improve operational efficiency.
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Ensure all critical timelines and requirements for business-as-usual workflows, KPIs, and projects are met, demonstrating problem-solving capabilities at all levels.
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As a people leader, embody and promote the organization s values, culture, and strategic objectives, setting an example for the team.
What we are looking for:
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Prior leadership experience in data services, with a strong focus on people management. Knowledge or experience in the industry is preferred.
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In-depth understanding of the mechanics of the capital markets domain, with the ability to quantify trends impacting the industry and provide insightful analysis.
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Proven operational management skills with a keen attention to detail, gained within a respected data company, ensuring effective oversight of data quality and performance.
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Experience in introducing and monitoring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and performance metrics, facilitating continuous improvement and accountability within the team.
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Capacity to give and receive constructive feedback, providing coaching to team members to foster their professional growth and development.
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Exceptional oral and written communication skills, enabling clear articulation of complex data insights and fostering effective stakeholder engagement.
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Willingness to work across various shifts, including night shifts on a rotational or as-needed basis, demonstrating adaptability to meet business needs.
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Maintains high ethical standards both personally and professionally, ensuring transparency and integrity within the team.
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Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and build relationships with various stakeholders.
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Comfort with change management processes, adapting to evolving business needs and driving innovation within the team.
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Familiarity with additional analytical tools or programming languages that enhance data analysis capabilities.
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Experience in managing projects from inception to completion, including the ability to prioritize tasks and manage resources effectively.
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Understanding of cultural differences and the ability to navigate them effectively in a global work environment.
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Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in data analysis and emerging technologies.
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A results-oriented approach, focusing on achieving goals and delivering measurable outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications:
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A minimum of 8 years of experience working closely with senior leaders and decision-makers, demonstrating the ability to influence and drive strategic initiatives.
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Proven experience in establishing and nurturing trust with business heads, fostering long-lasting business relationships that benefit both the organization and stakeholders.
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Comfort with a high degree of autonomy, effectively managing priorities from multiple internal and external stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.
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Basic knowledge of SQL and Generative AI is desirable, providing a foundation for data analysis and innovative solutions.
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Familiarity with data visualization tools, enabling effective communication of insights through visual storytelling.
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Possession of a Green Belt Certification and exposure to Lean concepts, indicating a commitment to process improvement and operational efficiency.
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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