Associate Director, Data Strategy

Associate Director - Data Strategy The Fitch Group Chief Data Office is currently seeking an Associate Director of Data Strategy based out of our New York or London office. The Fitch Group Chief Data Office (CDO) works with business units across the Fitch enterprise to meet their end-to-end requirements for timely, high quality data. We are recruiting for an Associate Director of Data Strategy within the Data Strategy team, who will partner with stakeholders across Fitch Group to source and deliver fit-for-purpose datasets to power growth and operational efficiency. What We Offer: The Fitch Group CDO is on a multi-year journey to optimize data discovery and access for all commercial and operational uses within Fitch. The successful candidate will gain exposure to senior business leaders across the Fitch organization, as a trusted expert in mission-critical data sources and access points, while building the following expertise: Data solutions design thinking Financial data domain knowledge in multiple categories Data acquisition & rights management Stakeholder needs assessment and delivery We'll Count on You To: Work with stakeholders across Fitch Group, with a particular focus within the Fitch Ratings division, to build connected end-to-end data strategies using advanced pattern recognition skills Serve as an internal "data discovery" consultant to business groups across Fitch, building an advanced knowledge of proprietary and third-party datasets Master a range of data licensing concepts in collaboration with colleagues in Fitch Legal and Procurement divisions and develop senior-level relationships with third-party data providers What You Need to Have: 3-5 years of experience working with financial data, either at a data vendor or within a financial services company Demonstrated experience leading successful business initiatives which require senior stakeholder engagement and coordination across functions A working knowledge of fixed income capital markets issuance What Would Make You Stand Out: Experience with negotiation of data contracts Familiarity with credit rating agency products and services Proficiency with data management / data governance software systems (as a business user) Why Fitch? At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone. Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority. We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey. For more information please visit our websites: | | | Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch's credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work. Fitch Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. FOR NEW YORK ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay salary range for this role is $120,000 - $150,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch's total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch. Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning. For more information please visit our websites: | | #LI-EW1 #LI-Hybrid

Created: 2024-11-12