Data Specialist 4139/40

  • Company

    Interactive Data Corporation

  • Location

    USA-MA-Boston North

  • Compensation

    TBD

  • Position Type

    Employee

  • Employment type

    Full time

  • Updated

    26 Nov 2008

  • eFC Ref no

    476353
Data Specialist 4139/40

Job Description:

The purpose of this job is to provide accountability for the quality and timeliness of Global pricing data that is transmitted and databased into Interactive Data. In general, this entails monitoring incoming feeds; performing prescribed data quality tests and universe size checks; maintaining relationships with data providers and product representatives; performing research on data anomalies and proactive concerns; and communicating any data delays through appropriate channels.
Key Responsibilities:
• Monitor incoming feeds to ensure the timely arrival of necessary data-sets.
• Read and understand all versions of data and price validation reports and apply necessary edits/changes/deletions as required.
• Provide quality work in a time sensitive manner using a variety of tools provided.
• Read, interpret and execute various reports generated daily which assist in the maintenance of various current and historical databases.
• Maintain market holiday schedules and time zone changes for all covered markets.
• Maintain written procedures on specific tasks, data types and country/exchange profiles as required.
• Provide clear and concise communication of data disruptions for internal alert database.
• Respond to data and pricing queries in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

  • Ability to work under pressure with a sense of urgency.
  • Ability to pay attention to detail.
  • Ability to read and follow technical instructions.
  • Solid verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work flexible hours and US market holidays as needed.
  • Knowledge of the financial services/securities industry an advantage.
  • Business degree or equivalent work experience preferred
Interactive Data is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Keywords: pricing, data, funds, financial services

  • Company:

    Interactive Data Corporation

  • Recruiter Ref:

    64608

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