Investment Operations Data Analyst – Security Data Management

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We understand that a job description only tells one part of a broader story, and Harris is seeking dynamic candidates who can add to our best-in-class environment. We recognize that qualifications can be gained through both traditional and non-traditional paths, and we are committed to considering candidates who possess the potential to be excellent in this role regardless of prior experiences.  

Therefore we encourage ALL interested individuals to submit their applications, even if they do not meet every requirement outlined in the job description. 

The Position

The Security Data Management (SDM) group is responsible for the management of data and systems related to enterprise security reference data and security life cycle events such as corporate actions, proxy voting, pricing and market data management.

The Data Analyst is responsible for administering corporate actions and proxy voting events along with ensuring the accuracy and consistency of security reference and pricing data for the firm. This includes information stored in systems and data repositories, as well as information sourced both internally and externally. This position works closely with business partners throughout the firm to help define, manage, and access security data and to resolve issues as they arise. This individual will need to excel in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment and be proactive in establishing productive relationships with key stakeholders throughout the process.

Responsibilities

• Establish, monitor, and proactively manage the firm’s security master data. This will include new security setups for trading, ensuring data integrity, and confirming all integrations occur on time and correctly.
• Perform all tasks related to Pricing and Valuations for the Firm. This will include ensuring all securities are priced accurately and in a timely manner.  As well as working with the Pricing Committee on all Fair Value activities for our securities.
• Monitor and administer corporate actions events. This will include daily monitoring for corporate actions, accurate and timely processing into our portfolio accounting systems, calculate and apply any estimated prices, and provide leadership and coordination of corporate action events across all operational and trading teams.
• Monitor and administer proxy voting events.  This will include monitoring all upcoming votes on a daily basis through our proxy system, work with the Research team to ensure all polices are adhered to and ensure timely and accurate votes across all of our securities.
• Leverage BI tools to analyze the operational data to ensure quality.
• Assist with market data related activities and vendor management.  This will include procurement of market data for the firm from selection, legal agreement and negotiations, and implementation of the data needed by various teams within the firm. 
• Support departmental and firm-wide projects as needed. Serve as key contributor and team member in firm-wide data initiatives.
• Work with Technology teams on various data related integration projects.
• Assist with the development and implementation of procedures and training materials for the team.
• Serve as the Firm’s subject matter expert on corporate actions and proxy voting by gaining a thorough understanding of the firm’s proxy voting guidelines, security reference and market data.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic track record.
• Minimum one year experience within investment management operations, consulting, audit or other relevant experience.
• Sound understanding of security characteristics (Equity, Fixed income and Options).
• Self-starter with the ability to assess, explain and solve complex problems.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and juggle multiple tasks while remaining flexible to new requests.
• Highly organized with ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Acute attention to detail with an understanding of impacts to downstream processes.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
• Excellent time management skills

Preferred

• Experience in data management.
• Experience with security reference data management systems (i.e. Eagle RDC).
• Experience with querying database using SQL.
• Experience in corporate action processing and proxy voting administration.
• Healthy curiosity about the industry and trends in data management.

Willingness to Learn

• Business Applications (Eagle, CRD, SS&C Advent Axys)

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