Data Analyst

Data Analytics is part of the Index Data Management group of Benchmark & Index Management within the FTSE Russell business. The Data Analytics team is a customer[1]focused, technology enabled team, producing unique analytics and data derivations that drive insight and value for our partners. The team is responsible for creating LSEG Intellectual Property by generating derived fundamental data content and similar content based on data standardization from raw data.

We are recruiting for a Factor Analyst, reporting to a Manager within the Data Analytics team. The Analyst will quickly develop the skills to work with key partners to develop, maintain and monitor derived data (e.g. Price earnings ratio). The candidate will be responsible for the timely, efficient and accurate review of derived data at all index review periods and will work with team members on data projects to improve and optimize our ways of work.

The position offers a clear development path and presents many exciting opportunities in a challenging and dynamic environment. The role provides an excellent opportunity for the candidate to consolidate and further develop their financial, analytical and data and database knowledge and project management skills, working with colleagues across functional teams to complete projects and deliver content on time and to the highest possible standard.

Department Description – Index Data Management

Team Description – Data Analytics - Equities

Creation and Maintenance of High Quality Fundamental Factors

Create & document methodologies behind analytics in conjunction with Research and external clients

Specify requirements and collaborate closely with Technology on implementation of analytics!

Test output of data derivations ensuring Accuracy of calculations  

Wrangle data from internal & external sources into standardized data models.

Create and monitor quality control checks on raw & derived data.

Ensuring high quality, complete derived data content is created and provided for use in index builds and other products

Respond to client questions in an efficient and timely manner, providing root cause and action plans where necessary to prevent future reoccurrence of issues.

Assisting in the production of regular reports and in new product development in data and technology segments to support index and analytics

Communication

Produce data visualizations and data quality reports to management and partners

Clear documentation of technical requirements around analytics to ensure smooth implementation in partnership with technology CORPORATE

Deliver clear and accurate analysis to facilitate partner discussions

Build trust with partners by consistently understanding and fulfilling partner requests in an accurate, timely and professional manner.

Key Behaviors

Continuously adopt a pragmatic, flexible and responsive approach.

Create robust and repeatable processes to continuously deliver high quality output.

Suggest change and innovation to enhance current methods of working.

Working with teams in multiple locations simultaneously, in an iterative and collaborative manner

Maintain constructive and supportive working relationships with partners across the group  

Demonstrate and practice adherence to LSEG internal controls and standards in data management, and document management and production (e.g. keeping appropriate records, following LSEG processes and using mandated tools, etc.)

Key Skills
Excellent understanding of accounting principles, and fundamental and valuation analysis

Demonstrated experience with market data, including procedures of corporate action treatments, currency changes & common market identifiers.

Solid grasp of data management theories with 3-5 years practical experience, including managing and monitoring data from common third-party vendors

Excellent computer literacy, including advanced knowledge of the MS Office suite of products, Database querying language (SQL) and a willingness and skill to learn new tools quickly.

Customer focused with a good understanding of typical workflows within Investment Managers

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; proven ability to work within a team.

Educated to degree level or equivalent

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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