Lead Financial Data Analyst

Lead Financial Data Analyst

WHAT MAKES US, US 

Join some of the most innovative thinkers in FinTech as we lead the evolution of financial technology. If you are an innovative, curious, collaborative person who embraces challenges and wants to grow, learn and pursue outcomes with our prestigious financial clients, say Hello to SimCorp! 

At its foundation, SimCorp is guided by our values — caring, customer success-driven, collaborative, curious, and courageous. Our people-centered organization focuses on skills development, relationship building, and client success. We take pride in cultivating an environment where all team members can grow, feel heard, valued, and empowered. 

If you like what we’re saying, keep reading! 

WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT TO US

The Lead Financial Data Analyst in the Data Management team at SimCorp, at the IC5 level, is responsible for managing and delivering high-quality market and reference data for multiple clients across asset classes, including Equities, Funds, Fixed Income, OTC Derivatives, and Advanced Instruments. The role ensures accuracy, integrity, and timely delivery of data while providing actionable insights to support informed business decisions. With typically 6+ years of experience, the IC5 analyst serves as a subject-matter expert and escalation point for complex data issues, client incidents, and operational challenges. The role involves analyzing trends, performing root cause analysis, monitoring data quality, and implementing robust controls to mitigate operational risks. The Lead Financial Data Analyst collaborates closely with stakeholders, support teams, and business analysts to maintain data governance, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR 

• Manage and deliver high-quality financial data across multiple asset classes for multiple clients, ensuring SLA compliance and data accuracy
• Serve as subject-matter expert and primary escalation point for complex data issues and operational challenges
• Perform root cause analysis and implement controls to mitigate operational risk and prevent recurring issues
• Support and participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and client onboarding activities
• Drive continuous process improvements, maintain SOPs and operational runbooks, and optimize data workflows
• Mentor and coach junior analysts, ensuring knowledge transfer, team development, and adherence to best practices
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, support teams, and business units to ensure effective data governance and issue resolution

​WHAT WE VALUE

• Manage client financial processes, ensuring SLA compliance and data accuracy
• Analyze issues, perform root cause investigation, and mitigate risks
• Improve processes, maintain SOPs/runbooks, and enhance data quality
• Support client requests, audits, change management, UAT, and onboarding
• Mentor junior analysts and promote knowledge sharing

BENEFITS 

Competitive salary, bonus scheme, and pension are essential for any work agreement. However, at SimCorp, we believe we can offer more. Therefore, in addition to the traditional benefit scheme, we provide an excellent work-life balance: flexible work hours, a hybrid workplace model. On top of that, we have IP sprints; where you have 3 weeks per quarter to spend on mastering your skills as well as contributing to the company development. There is never just only one route — we practice an individual approach to professional development to support the direction you want to take. 

NEXT STEPS 

Please send us your application in English via our career site as soon as possible, we process incoming applications continually. Please note that only applications sent through our system will be processed. At SimCorp, we recognize that bias can unintentionally occur in the recruitment process. To uphold fairness and equal opportunities for all applicants, we kindly ask you to exclude personal data such as photo, age, or any non-professional information from your application. Thank you for aiding us in our endeavor to mitigate biases in our recruitment process. 

For any questions you are welcome to contact Aditya Gurijala (aditya.gurijala@Simcorp.com). If you are interested in being a part of SimCorp but are not sure this role is suitable, submit your CV anyway. 

SimCorp is on an exciting growth journey, and our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to assist you discover the right role for you. The approximate time to consider your CV is three weeks. 

We are eager to continually improve our talent acquisition process and make everyone’s experience positive and valuable. Therefore, during the process we will ask you to provide your feedback, which is highly appreciated. 

WHO WE ARE 

For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world’s leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 3,000+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, educations, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds in general. 

SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry-leading, full, front-to-back offering for our clients. 

SimCorp is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated into our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best-in-class solutions to our clients. 

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