Data Operations Leader

About Addepar

Addepar is a technology and data company that provides solutions to investment professionals.

With presence in more than 50 countries, our platform aggregates portfolio, market and client data for over $7 trillion in assets.

Our open platform integrates with more than 100 software, data and services partners to deliver a complete solution for a wide range of firms and use cases.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced professional who can lead strategic problem-solving, innovative thinking, strategic execution and has a successful history of building impactful teams with great focus on operational excellence.

The Director of Data Operations will be a pivotal leader responsible for the end-to-end operational excellence, data quality, and timely delivery of critical Alternatives Data.

This global role demands a strategic thinker with a strong operational background, a deep understanding of financial data and a proven track record in driving technology transformation.

The ideal candidate will inspire and lead a diverse team of data analysts and operators, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and accountability.

As the global leader in the Data Operations team, you will bring your expertise to drive key, strategic operations initiatives that unlock efficiency, deliver high-quality data to clients and mitigate operational risk.

You'll work closely with your team and Engineering & Products leaders to find opportunities to drive scale through automation, modern operator tooling and champion transformation of the Data Operations function.

Responsibilities

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• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for Alternatives and Market data operations, aligning with business objectives and corporate growth plans.">
• Collaborate with senior leadership to understand the organization's evolving needs and ensure the data operations strategy is closely aligned with these goals.">
• Provide thought leadership on industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the data operations function.">
• Oversee the spectrum of operational workflows for alternatives data and market data feeds, ensuring smooth execution and rapid issue resolution.">
• Maintain effective process controls to ensure quality standards and organizational objectives and deliverables are achieved.">
• Establish, monitor and report on Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for data delivery, ensuring consistent and timely provision of accurate data to internal and external stakeholders.">
• Implement robust KPI tracking, metrics and analytics to measure operational effectiveness, resource utilization, operations scalability and cost-effectiveness.">
• Identify and seize opportunities for process optimization, automation and innovation, contributing to the evolution of the Data Operations function and scaling impact globally.">
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define and execute the technology roadmap for data operations, focusing on modernizing infrastructure, tools and processes that improve data quality as well as increase operational efficiency.">
• Design and implement operational strategies that support the growing volume and complexity of alternatives and market data, ensuring scalability, resilience and disaster recovery.">

Requirements

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• Minimum 18+ years of professional experience.">
• Significant experience in data operations, data management or a related field within the financial services or wealth tech industry.">
• Proven experience in a senior leadership role.">
• Ability to manage Sr. Managers and Managers in a matrixed environment.">
• Extensive experience with Alternatives Data (e.g., Private Equity, Hedge Funds, Real Estate, Private Credit) is a must.">
• Experience with Market Data (e.g., equities, fixed income, derivatives, pricing, corporate actions) is a nice to have.">
• Proven experience using process automation, operational workflow re-engineering and continuous improvement to enhance operational efficiency and scalability by using modern tools and technologies.">
• Demonstrated track record of improving data quality and operational efficiency.">
• Strong project management and analytical skills with experience in leading change management.">
• Experienced with leading global teams, cross-functional and cross-regional projects, and learning and development initiatives.">
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with clients, external data partners and internal team members and stakeholders.">
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g. Looker, Tableau, Power BI).">
• Familiarity with various data technologies (e.g., SQL, Python, scripting languages, working with cloud data platforms).">
• Ideally, you'll have experience in working at not only financial services companies but also product/platform led businesses.">

Key attributes include:

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• Strategic vision and execution.">
• Leadership and team management.">
• Operational expertise and process improvement.">
• Technical proficiency and knowledge of relevant tools and technologies.">
• Communication and stakeholder management.">
• Global perspective and adaptability.">

What We Offer

A dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth and development.

A competitive salary and benefits package.

Professional training and education programs.

Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance.

About Us

At Addepar, we empower investment professionals to make informed decisions through our cutting-edge technology and data-driven insights.

We're committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients and stakeholders, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team and help us achieve our vision.

Join our team and be part of a dynamic and innovative company that's shaping the future of financial services.

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