This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality data management within Financial Markets Operations by maintaining timely and accurate updates of Static & Market data in respective processing systems . Business Reference Data is a critical component of Financial Market Operations, supporting Static and Market data processing across regions and various processing systems .

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategy & Data Quality

– Ensure timely, accurate, and error-free processing of Static and Market data.

– Adhere to processes and controls as detailed in the Department Operating Instructions (DOI) .

– Provide high-quality Data Management by ensuring timely updates of Static & Market data in the respective processing systems.

2. Business Reference Data Operations

– Support Market Data Team in performing all Market Data activities.

– Support Static Data Team for Static updates .

– Understand Business Reference Data as an integral part of Financial Market Operations, covering Static and Market data processing across regions and various processing systems.

3. Process & Daily Operations

– Set up and validate rates captured across each time zone to ensure EOD (End of Day) timelines are met .

– Generate and circulate Control reports, track signoffs, and escalate to Manco members if signoffs are not received as per agreed timelines .

– Develop familiarity with key systems and platforms including Asset Control, Murex, Reuters, Bloomberg, and Markit .

– Review and update all Department Operating Instructions (DOIs) on time.

– Provide training and knowledge transfer to new joiners in the team.

4. Risk & Compliance

– Process and make decisions as per the Department Operating Instructions within specified timeliness and accuracy standards.

– Ensure compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and Group Policies.

– Uphold Group KYC, AML, and Sanctions Policy / Procedures to the extent applicable and report all suspicious transactions to the Line Manager .

– Contribute to the development of a control framework to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.

5. Projects & Stakeholder Management

– Assist the team by participating in various projects.

– Represent Market Data Team in Project Calls and Book of Work Calls.

– Maintain a close working relationship with stakeholders to ensure service issues are promptly escalated and acted upon.

Key Requirements

Education

– Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

Experience

– 3-7 years of relevant experience in banking operations, particularly in Financial Markets or Reference Data operations.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

– Bloomberg and Refinitiv – proficiency required .

– Asset Control, Murex, Reuters, Markit – familiarity with these systems is highly preferred .

– Financial Products Knowledge – understanding of Financial Markets products including FX, OTC derivatives, equities, fixed income, etc.

– Systems: Proficiency in MS Office (Excel pivots, lookups).

Soft Skills

– Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

– Good communication skills (verbal and written).

– Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment.

– Self-motivated, proactive, and detail-oriented.

– Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.