Hybrid Associate Director, Data Operations – Banks

at Fitch Group, Inc.

• Job title: Associate Director, Data Operations – Banks
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, London, United Kingdom

About the role

• Associate Director overseeing data operations for Fitch Group, ensuring data quality and methodologies. Collaborating with various teams to enhance financial data collection processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the collection of fundamental data needed across Fitch Group, working extensively with other Data Operations teams
• Ensure highest levels of data quality for Banks financials, validating data processed by analysts
• Understand Fitch’s business priorities and resource constraints, translating strategic initiatives into practical projects
• Maintain ownership and manage workloads effectively, while adapting to changes
• Identify trends in fundamental data across jurisdictions and build consensus for standardized approach
• Document methodologies on data definitions and identification in financial statements
• Act as lead data steward for documentation of standardized terms in Collibra
• Provide training and ongoing support to teams capturing fundamental data
• Manage client service and stakeholder expectations with professionalism
• Create key management reports and present results to stakeholders quarterly

Requirements

• Experience of working with Banks financial data, in a financial institution, accountancy, auditing, counterparty credit risk environment, with an understanding of IFRS, GAAP & wider accounting fundamental processes.
• Ability to work independently, whilst also being a strong leader with the ability to inspire others within a team environment.
• A CIMA, ACCA, ACA, CFA qualified would be preferred.
• To be a self-starter who can pick up new processes quickly and accurately.
• Have a can-do attitude to problems.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
• A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
• Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
• Inclusive Work Environment : A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community