Associate, Data Management

About this role

This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.

You will be joining the world's leading data and insights provider for the alternatives assets industry. We empower the finance community with comprehensive data and expert insights so they can make faster and smarter investment decisions with precision and confidence. We are a forward-thinking company and strive to make an impact by enabling our customers to envision future possibilities, invest in ideas and infrastructure that build strong communities.

Job Overview

The Data Management team is responsible for ensuring that Preqin's coverage of the alternative assets industry is accurate, up to date and comprehensive. As a Data Management Analyst, your primary focus will be on the data collecting, processing and quality assurance of our data. This individual will also be involved in conducting primary research via direct outreach to investment professionals to obtain valuable proprietary information. This is a unique research role, requiring a sales-like mindset to unlock research relationships across the region. The role will also include handling data inquiries, quality assurance, data monitoring for consistency, and client engagement regarding our Preqin Pro platform.

Role Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth web-based research to collect data relating to firm, fund, and transaction activity in the alternative asset universe
• Proactively communicate and build relationships with key professionals of all levels within the alternative assets industry to obtain valuable proprietary information on past, current, and future investment activities
• Update Preqin's online database with key financial information, statistics, and analysis
• Demonstrate subject matter expert (SME) for the dataset, supporting internal and external stakeholders in gaining an understanding of internal processes concerning data management
• Troubleshoot escalated data quality incidents, collaborating with regional stakeholders and/or global BUs as needed
• Support senior team members on research projects and getting involved in further data enhancement and development activities

• You have a Bachelors' Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or Engineering
• You have prior experience focused on communication and relationship management
• You have strong research capabilities and investigative instincts
• You have the ability to perform effectively in a target-driven environment, working towards set KPIs and performance metrics
• You are highly organised, self-motivated, and collaborative
• You have a keen interest in finance and knowledge of financial markets
• You are fluent in English and have excellent writing and communication skills
• You have experience using Microsoft tools such as Excel, SharePoint, and Office 365