Data Steward

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

10

The Team: The Private Markets Data Stewardship team delivers research, content, and analytics about private capital markets for Private Equity & Venture Capital and alternative asset class firms, their portfolio investments, and funds. Our data is used to support deal sourcing, fundraising, data exploration and valuation analysis by institutional investors, money managers and investment banking professionals. We provide expertise in datasets, assist with client requests, and help Product and Commercial teams with their engagements with current and prospective clients. A Key responsibility of our team is to support the development of new solutions for our dataset across various data delivery channels (feeds, platforms, APIs etc.), covering both self-sourced data and the data purchased from third party vendors.

The Impact:

As a senior member of the team, you will be collaborating and focusing on bringing together various stakeholders to drive Data Strategy Initiatives through the SDLC, ensuring technical solutions are sound and execute business strategies through client-centric mindset. The successful candidate will work within the context of a cross-functional team aligned with Data Stewards, Operations Managers, Product and its support functions and Agile Technology teams.

The role requires excellent communication, project management, data analytics, conflict resolution, critical thinking, and stakeholder management skills to ensure quality and timely delivery of projects.

What's in it for you: Private Capital Markets data is in high demand, and our clients value our data driven approach. This is a great opportunity to further develop your business acumen by venturing into a mammoth world of S&P data and gain deep experience and expertise in the field of data exploration, data analytics. This role offers exposure to work with a group that is driven by principles and challenging roles that provide multiple paths for growth in different Private Markets data projects.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end delivery of the Private Markets data projects (requirements gathering and consultation, research & analysis, work sizing, developing the vision & roadmap, collaboration with Technology and Product teams on implementation)

• Develop business logics to integrate and transform various Private Capital Markets data facets from multiple sources into our internal data structures and perform User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for the same

• Work with Agile Technology teams to complete the design of various projects and processes/tools while partnering with other Content teams on the shared structures

• Collaboration with Product Teams on identifying key client needs and converting them into smaller business projects for successful implementation in backend structures

• Converting raw complex data into easy-to-understand information through data visualization and presenting the same to stakeholders

• Analyze and uncover inconsistencies in large amounts of data supplied by third-party providers by utilizing SQL knowledge and propose solutions to address them in S&P Global products

• Support BAU and client requests across all areas of the dataset

What We're Looking For:

Essential Qualifications:

• 6+ years of work experience including Data Strategy, management & governance, preferably in a financial market data intensive environment

• Sound knowledge about backend infrastructure and SDLC (tables/pipelines/loaders, etc.)

• Strong command in writing and developing SQL Queries (joins, exist/not-exist, group by, having, cast, etc.)

• Good understanding of S&P Products such as Capital IQ Pro, Capital IQ, Excel Plug-In, feeds, etc.

• Proactive attitude in problem identification/resolution and track record of successful delivery of complex projects, particularly in content-related domain

• Ability to work collaboratively across segments and cultures

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while handling multiple tasks

• Excellent time management skills, ability to meet strict deadlines

• Effective and Structured Communication/Presentation skills

• Willing to work evening shifts and flexible hours

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Private Capital Markets Data

• Project Management/Agile/Data Management Related Certification

• Working knowledge of Visualization Tools (Tableau, Power BI etc.)

• Experience in Data Mining, Analysis, AI/ML/Automation

• Basic understanding of Python

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.  

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