Mercer
Financial Services
InvestmentPerformanceDataSpecialist
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“Investment Performance Data Specialist at Mercer. Skills: Data management, Performance calculation, Data strategy. Understand and deliver capabilities. Implement tailored solutions”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure data is trustworthy; Timely data; Accurate data; Complete data; Support business initiatives; Drive growth
Industry & Context.
Solving problems through data; Connecting the dots; Root-cause analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8-10 years data focused roles, Familiarity with data ecosystems, Results-oriented approach, Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Ability to work under pressure, Enthusiasm for solving problems, Knowledge of vendors and technologies
Nice to Have
Experience in data management, Experience with performance process workflow, Background in Funds/Asset Management, Knowledge of inputs into portfolio performance, Proven track record of collaborating with Performance Teams, Technical expertise in data wrangling, Technical expertise in data creation, Technical expertise in data governance, Technical expertise in data integration, Technical expertise in data interrogation, Experience contributing to strategic visions, Experience contributing to roadmaps, Exposure across investment asset classes, Exposure across derivatives instruments, Knowledge of core data and technology topics, Ability to understand data structures, Ability to challenge/validate outputs, Ability to diagnose issues
What You'll Do.
Understand and deliver capabilities
Implement tailored solutions
Partner with business teams
Develop innovative solutions
Develop data support models
Support roadmap development
Orchestrate impactful programs
Transform operational practices
Prioritize and sequence activities
Focus on delivering value
Build long-term capabilities
Define relevant metrics
Ensure alignment with goals
Ensure understanding of data needs
Ensure understanding of data capabilities
Promote importance of data
Maintain relationships with stakeholders
Maintain relationships with vendors
Align strategies with needs
Identify opportunities for innovation
Advance data strategy
Create environment for improvement
Integrate continuous improvement
Leverage new technologies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional coordination; Business teams; Data partners; Technology partners; Platform providers; Technology teams; Key stakeholders; Vendors
Communication Scope
Convey concepts; Convey business outcomes
Process & Methodology
Roadmap development, Programmes of work
Full Job Description
## Company: Mercer ## ## Description: **_What can you expect:_** This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Mercer’s largest and most rapidly-growing business areas – Investment Solutions. Mercer's Investment Solutions (IS) business provides sophisticated implementation and investment services to clients. The business has grown rapidly over recent years with $500bn of client assets now under management globally, c.$190bn of which is invested on behalf of International investors. Our Investor base is institutional and typically clients are DB/DC Pension Schemes but the business is expanding into new segments including Insurance & Wealth Management. Mercer’s fund range was launched in Europe in September 2006 and currently consists of c.140 Irish-domiciled funds across 5 legal structures. In addition to the ability to provide bespoke solutions to large clients, these funds provide building blocks to support Mercer’s wider range of investment and risk management solutions targeting the institutional marketplace. Mercer IS business has seen significant growth over the last few years and believes that demand for its investment solutions will continue to grow over the coming years. The Data Solutions Team sits within the Operations Unit and is responsible for data strategy and vision for Mercer IS, ensuring that data initiatives and practices align with broader business objectives. This involves the coordination of multiple data owners and stakeholders, including Portfolio Management, Operations, Compliance, Technology, as well as third party service providers and vendors. The team is also responsible for undertaking and implementing business-wide initiatives and efficiency projects. Our ultimate goal is to ensure our data is trustworthy – timely, accurate and complete. Candidates will ideally have experience in data management as well as with performance process workflow and data needs. Reporting to the Global Investment Data and Performance Solutions Leader, the rol
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