PGIM Fixed Income - Senior Analyst, Data Integrity-2

Prudential Financial • Newark, NJ

17d • $115,000 - $120,000

About The Position

As the Global Asset Management business of Prudential, we’re always looking for ways to improve financial services. We’re passionate about making a meaningful impact - touching the lives of millions and solving financial challenges in an ever-changing world. We also believe talent is key to achieving our vision and are intentional about building a culture on respect and collaboration. When you join PGIM, you’ll unlock a motivating and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading global asset managers! If you’re not afraid to think differently and challenge the status quo, come and be a part of a dedicated team that’s investing in your future by shaping tomorrow today. At PGIM, You Can! In PGIM Fixed Income, the Data Integrity Group is responsible for ensuring the highest quality of indicative data and analytical values for fixed income securities to ensure a first-class risk management process. The ideal candidate for this role ensures the risks of all new securities are properly modeled and understood and interacts closely with portfolio analysts and other stakeholders to troubleshoot data or risk issues that arise. The position contributes as part of a team that will often consist of many levels of the Firm. Frequent interaction with other Operations teams, Portfolio Managers and Traders, Investment Risk Management, Quantitative Modelers, Portfolio Analysts, Credit Research Analysts, the Technology Solutions Group, Portfolio Administration, Performance Reporting, Compliance, and Client Reporting is customary.

Requirements

• 3+ years of fixed income experience, with proven knowledge of a product area and its processes
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Strong ability to independently identify and solve problems that arise using innovative and creative thinking.
• High attention to detail
• Understands complex data structures and the implication of processes on other groups and downstream systems.
• Works well as part of a team
• Enjoys a fast-paced, high-intensity environment
• Possesses excellent communication skills
• Possesses analytical, and technical skills.
• Microsoft Excel skills are required.
• Has a passion for financial markets, products, and the investment management process
• Has an entrepreneurial spirit that is willing to take on additional responsibility quickly

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) is strongly preferred.
• Programing skills of Visual Basics and SQL is a plus.
• Experience working with one or more of the following platforms Blackrock Aladdin or Bloomberg

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work performed within the function, including allocating resources to ensure work is completed accurately and timely; continuously evaluate existing data controls; create and implement new controls that increase data integrity.
• Ensure that Data Governance related activities are prioritized appropriately, and all deadlines are met; ensure data quality metrics are accurately recorded, actively monitored, and data issues are remediated on an ongoing basis.
• Responsible for the management of Aladdin issue resolution and new data and enhancement requests with the Blackrock Solutions team.
• Explore the application of artificial intelligence to security data modeling, data quality rule creation, and data issue identification.
• Responsible for project implementation, multiple one-time Operations or Technology-related projects, in addition to supporting a production environment, including documenting business requirements, allocation and coordination of resources, staff training, development of innovative solutions, and project implementation.
• Interface with external entities, including vendors, consultants, and clients, which will require business/technical expertise, and with internal technology teams and business partners to discuss requirements and set priorities.
• Supervise audits of the data integrity function and processes, serving a liaison with internal and external auditors, regulatory agencies, and consultants, regarding audit scope, planning and implementation.
• Establish and ensures compliance with policies and procedures for activities within the group, including specific knowledge of controls required for SOC-1 certification and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
• Provide guidance and technical assistance to staff members when requested.
• Contribute and support inclusive behavior. Take actions which uphold the values in our culture statement. Act with a diverse and inclusive mindset.

Benefits

• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level .
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave .
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
• Company-funded pension plan.
• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), after one year of service.
• Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees