Specialist, Equity Research/Fixed Income

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

09

Duties & accountabilities

• Maintain and update static reference data for listed and unlisted securities across asset classes and markets.
• Validate corporate action announcements by researching and confirming event details using prospectuses, circulars, exchange notices, vendor feeds, and issuer communications.
• Analyse, resolve, and enrich data exceptions arising from vendor feeds or internal validation processes.
• Monitor and action daily exception queues; ensure timely resolution in line with service level agreements (SLAs).
• Understand and manage the impact of reference data on corporate action workflows and downstream systems.
• Perform data integrity checks across multiple data sources; identify anomalies and escalate material inconsistencies.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Product, Technology, Client Support) and external entities (vendors, custodians, exchanges) to ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Provide timely and high-quality support for complex and routine reference data or corporate action inquiries from internal and external clients.
• Contribute to process documentation reviews (SOPs), issue logs, and project trackers; ensure regular updates.
• Participate in system upgrades, enhancements, and UAT for reference data and corporate actions platforms.
• Support onboarding and training of new team members; serve as SME for specific asset types or markets.
• Assist managers in process design, quality control initiatives, and strategic projects focused on automation, scalability, and data governance.
• Uphold data governance standards and execute tasks in compliance with internal control policies.
• Act as a change agent by proposing and implementing improvements in processes and tools.

Education and experience

• Graduate degree/ Postgraduate or equivalent, preferably in Finance, Economics or Business
• 0-6 years of relevant work experience in in financial securities reference data management and corporate action
• Knowledge of equities and fixed income required
• Good exposure to reference data vendors like Bloomberg, SIX Telekurs, CGS, EDI, IDC, LSE, Euroclear
• Strong research and data mining skills required
• Knowledge of ISO/Swift feeds required
• Knowledge of Excel and SQL required
• Exposure to scripting (Python) or visualization tools (Power BI) preferred

Commercial awareness

• In-depth knowledge of securities industry, equities and fixed income reference data and corporate actions
• Knowledge of financial markets and awareness of current global financial news

Management requirements

• Experience partnering with global counterparts in various locations
• Proven ability to partner with stakeholders across functions, such as Product Management, Operations, Technology, and Sales

Personal competencies

Personal impact

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding research skills and desire to conduct research to support judgment and decisions
• High level of initiative and motivation
• Detail-oriented
• Strong interpersonal skills internally and with clients
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt knowledge to varying circumstances
• Strong propensity to work under pressure, handle multiple responsibilities requiring varied skillsets, and meet tight deadlines
• Flexible and adaptable to new challenges
• Expertise regarding the use of information services by financial institutions
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines and be able to prioritise workload effectively
• Flexible and adaptable to new challenges

Communication

• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills for interactions with prospects, existing clients, vendors and internal stakeholders S&P Global's business units and global locations
• Ability to be highly vocal and interactive

Teamwork

• Strong team player with experience collaborating across multi-functional business units and managing change
• Ability to work well both independently and as a member of a team

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

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What's In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

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Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:  and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
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