Reference Data Operations Analyst

Millennium • New York, NY

6d

About The Position

The Operations and Middle Office department is one of the largest groups at Millennium. The Data Operations team resides within the Control function of Ops & MO and is responsible for overseeing the firm's Global Security Master through various data quality measures. The team is also responsible for managing processes to onboard new securities and attributes.

This role sits at the intersection of Reference Data and Bank Debt/Leveraged Loans Operations, ensuring all aspects of security setup are completed accurately and on time. The successful candidate will partner with stakeholders across the firm to ensure these assets are operationally serviced, accurately priced and appropriately risk managed, while maintaining the integrity of Millennium's Global Security Master.

We are seeking a driven and thorough professional who is a self-starter with close attention to detail and a strong background in financial services — specifically in Bank Debt, Security Master and Reference Data. If you are motivated by taking the initiative to improve processes, operating efficient BAU activities, and real-time problem solving, we would love to hear from you!

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of experience in financial services, ideally in operations at a broker-dealer or asset management firm with some experience in Security Master/Reference Data
• Strong knowledge of financial instruments specifically in Bank Debt/Leveraged Loans, Private Debt and other Less Liquid Credit Instruments.
• Experience working with Bloomberg (required), Refinitiv, Wall Street Office, ClearPar, Markit (S&P Global), ICE and other Data Vendors
• Ability to implement and maintain new systems, procedures, and controls
• Understanding of SQL queries, proficient MS Excel
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience supporting senior stakeholders
• Must be able to meet deadlines and work well with a team environment
• Self-directed, diligent problem solver with a desire to contribute to Millennium’s reputation and success

Responsibilities

• Ensuring accurate creation and maintenance of all tradable securities, with a particular focus on bank debt instruments, in Millennium’s Global Security Master
• Oversee the completion of Data Quality control checks via system and business validations
• Create and maintain procedures, workflows and controls to drive operational efficiency
• Liaise and resolve ad hoc issues raised from internal front, middle and back-office clients as well as external data vendors
• Work with Development on requirements, and assist in the design and roll out of new processes, workflows and controls to improve the Security Master and bank debt operations for firm stakeholders
• Spearhead the evaluation and implementation of new vendors and products within the Bank Debt/Leveraged Loan space, driving operational improvements and expanding the firm's data capabilities
• Oversee bank loan lifecycle events including Paydowns/Drawdowns, Interest Rate Resets, PIK Interest Calculations, Delayed Comp Accruals/Calculations and Trade Settlements driving accurate and timely Security Master updates at each stage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees