Data Management Associate

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.

Job Description

Title: Data Management Associate

Business Unit: Global Technology & Data - Enterprise Data

Location: Charlotte, NC

Barings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

Job Summary

To manage and control investment data used across Barings core systems, in order to support the investment, trade and settlement functions, and client reporting processes.  Conduct data analysis and work with the Business to ensure high levels of Data Quality across all business functions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Data cleansing & profiling to identify data quality issues.
• Public and Private asset set up.
• Conduct deep analysis into data related issues using data quality tools and reports to resolve issues within the SLA timeframes. Demonstrating a client service mentality
• Update appropriate core systems in response to data change requests and market driven changes.
• Ensure the accuracy of Barings data across core systems through daily monitoring of integrity checks and exception reports.
• Escalate urgent issues immediately to manager or head of department for help in resolution.
• Support the ongoing maintenance of departmental procedures.
• Continuously learn and apply new skills, tools, and techniques to enhance data quality and conformity analysis capabilities.
• Proactively identify areas for improvement in data processes, systems, and tools and make recommendations for optimization.
• Maintain individual training program sheet on a quarterly basis, ensuring that current skills and knowledge is tracked accurately.
• Fulfill additional, relevant, tasks appropriate to the role and business requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Relevant experience can vary – Data Management or Financial experience is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, with emphasis on Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workload.
• Able to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills used for the collection and communication of information.
• Self-motivated; able to work independently and communicate effectively across company locations and organizational lines.
• Be open to change, and when required, embrace change.
• Basic SQL or database query skills preferred but not essential
• Demonstrated success in implementing accounting and financial review process improvements
• Familiarity with Refinitiv, Bloomberg, Markit and Aladdin is a plus

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Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.

Barings offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

CORE BENEFITS & WELLNESS

• Medical (including Virtual Care), Prescription, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Fitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits

FINANCIAL WELL-BEING

• Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent Care
• Retirement Health Reimbursement Account

LIFE INSURANCE

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Spouse and Child Life Insurance

TIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE

• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual Holidays
• Paid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Paid Volunteer Time

 OTHER BENEFITS

• Education Assistance Program
• Charitable Matching Gifts Program
• Commuter Reimbursement Program
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program