VP- Data Management Support

Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of VP- Data Management Support Business: Asset Management Principal responsibilities The role demands a highly motivated, pro-active approach to data management with excellent communication skills and a keen attention to detail. Candidates should have experience of the Asset management industry, significant data management experience, be highly numerate and able to come up with solutions to unanticipated problems where required (ideally drawing on industry expertise and prior experience). The primary purpose of the role will be to ensure that the Investor data requirements are met with high quality and deliverables are achieved within the framework. Data management knowledge should include a thorough understanding of Investor management datasets including transactions, holdings, Fund and Client datasets. The candidate should have a functional understanding of the Trade life cycle, Client and Fund Onboarding, Reference Data Management and Reconciliations. Sees the bigger picture and assesses relationships between solutions / projects and business performance. The role demands building lasting and trusted relationships with Upstream and downstream Adherence to the global policies and standards within all projects, processes and outputs. Ability to manage multiple work-streams simultaneously, effectively prioritizing personal and team workload and actively seek guidance for wider priority decisions. Should be flexible to work as an Individual contributor or/and team manager. Maintain accuracy and completeness in all outputs, processes, systems and communications as an integral part of delivery. The candidate will also be expected to achieve results through influence and persuasion as well as exercise direct authority. The candidate will also adhere to and be able to demonstrate adherence to internal controls. This will be achieved by adherence to all relevant procedures, keeping appropriate records and, where appropriate, by the timely implementation of internal and external audit points, including issues raised by external regulators. The candidate will implement the Group compliance policy by containing compliance risk in liaison with Global Head of Compliance, Global Compliance Officer, Area Compliance Officer or Local Compliance Officer. The term compliance embraces all relevant financial services laws, rules and codes with which the business must comply. This will be achieved by adhering to all relevant processes/procedures and by liaising with Compliance department about new business initiatives at the earliest opportunity. Also, and when applicable, by ensuring adequate resources are in place and training is provided, fostering a compliance culture and optimizing relations with regulators. To maintain HSBC internal control standards, including the timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators. The candidate will be required to work within the overall framework of the Asset Management Group Operations Requirements Work with internal and external audit and ensure that the framework is implemented and maintained. Develop and maintain relationships and work well with peers at each level. Support to develop a culture committed to the delivery of outstanding customer service and healthy, open, transparent, honest team environment. Encourages the sharing of knowledge and information across teams and leverages from experience and learning from others Establishes goals, success criteria and performance measures to evaluate the success of major strategic initiatives Work with the local management to deliver collaboration and team-work At least 12+ years experience within asset management firms/roles. Preferably 8-9+ years work experience in the areas of Investment Operations, Product / Fund Launch, understanding Life cycle of a Fund / Trade. Familiarity technical skillset as relating to data management / reference data Specific technical skills including SQL, Python and Tableau will be advantageous Familiarity with data platforms such as Bloomberg, Reuters, IDC etc. will be advantageous Familiarity with Data Governance will be advantageous. Engage with various stakeholders on SIT and UAT. Effective communication and strong analytical and Effective Stake-holder Management skills is a must.