Barings
Enterprise Data Steward
Barings, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
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 Title
Enterprise Data Steward
Department: Enterprise Data Group
Location: Charlotte, London, Hyderabad, Other Barings Office Location
Job Summary
Barings' Enterprise Data Group is seeking a Data Steward who will work directly with business, technology, and regulatory leaders to implement data governance best practices within Barings. The Data Steward needs to be knowledgeable in both business processes and data governance practices to align work effort with the most critical data initiatives and deliver solutions for Barings data users. The role is an opportunity to work creatively to enable our business by solving complex challenges alongside leadership and colleagues. It is a global role with highly visible initiatives and cross-divisional impacts.
The data steward is responsible for metadata collection, root cause analysis of data quality issues, and coordinating efforts to improve data quality. The ideal candidate is collaborative, able to communicate difficult data issues and potential solutions to senior level leaders, and is a self-starter.
The data steward reports to the Head of Data Governance and is a member of the Data Management & Governance team.
Primary Responsibilities
Establish and own one or more relationships with senior data owners and become an expert in their processes and data domainsWork with investment teams, regulatory teams, and other data owners to identify their current and future data requirementsProvide data expertise and business perspective to other Enterprise Data Group teams to help ensure the success of the entire organizationAnalyze and document business processes and metadata for supporting applications and data setsActively populate and improve the Enterprise data catalog to provide the highest quality metadata to Barings data usersIncrease confidence in data by proactively identifying and working with our data owners to coordinate with the Data Management team and provide data quality solutions including root cause analysis, data quality measurement, and data quality improvementEnsure that the implications, issues and risks relating to data are identified and assist with the effective communication of this information and resolution to mitigate these risks.Capture data driven metrics and key performance indicators to demonstrate business value, measure adoption and bring visibility to improvement opportunities.Provide thought leadership for strategic projects at conception, setting direction and handing off to other teams as the progression occurs using effective change management techniques while ensuring timelines are feasible, work is effectively prioritized and deliverables met.Qualifications
Experience working in a regulated financial industry as a data steward. Asset management experience preferredEducated to Degree level and a minimum of five years of asset management or related finance industry experienceExperience delivering end-to-end data governance initiatives on deadline and to a high standardCompetencies
Strong communication skills including written, verbal, and presentationsAbility to communicate difficult strategies and concepts in a relatable way to persons with varying experience to effectively persuade and influenceExperience facilitating meetings, ensuring that all viewpoints, ideas and problems are addressedDemonstrated relationship building including success with senior stakeholdersExcellent time-management, problem solving, organization, and analytical skillsSQL query proficiencyEnthusiasm and demonstrates initiative, personal accountability, and a can-do attitudeBarings 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 CoverageFitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Fertility BenefitsFINANCIAL WELL-BEING
Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company MatchHealth Savings Account (HSA) with Company ContributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent CareRetirement Health Reimbursement AccountLIFE INSURANCE
Basic and Supplemental Life InsuranceSpouse and Child Life InsuranceTIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual HolidaysPaid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)Short and Long Term Disability PlansPaid Volunteer TimeOTHER BENEFITS
Education Assistance ProgramCharitable Matching Gifts ProgramCommuter Reimbursement ProgramAdoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program
We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.
Job Title
Enterprise Data Steward
Department: Enterprise Data Group
Location: Charlotte, London, Hyderabad, Other Barings Office Location
Job Summary
Barings' Enterprise Data Group is seeking a Data Steward who will work directly with business, technology, and regulatory leaders to implement data governance best practices within Barings. The Data Steward needs to be knowledgeable in both business processes and data governance practices to align work effort with the most critical data initiatives and deliver solutions for Barings data users. The role is an opportunity to work creatively to enable our business by solving complex challenges alongside leadership and colleagues. It is a global role with highly visible initiatives and cross-divisional impacts.
The data steward is responsible for metadata collection, root cause analysis of data quality issues, and coordinating efforts to improve data quality. The ideal candidate is collaborative, able to communicate difficult data issues and potential solutions to senior level leaders, and is a self-starter.
The data steward reports to the Head of Data Governance and is a member of the Data Management & Governance team.
Primary Responsibilities
Establish and own one or more relationships with senior data owners and become an expert in their processes and data domainsWork with investment teams, regulatory teams, and other data owners to identify their current and future data requirementsProvide data expertise and business perspective to other Enterprise Data Group teams to help ensure the success of the entire organizationAnalyze and document business processes and metadata for supporting applications and data setsActively populate and improve the Enterprise data catalog to provide the highest quality metadata to Barings data usersIncrease confidence in data by proactively identifying and working with our data owners to coordinate with the Data Management team and provide data quality solutions including root cause analysis, data quality measurement, and data quality improvementEnsure that the implications, issues and risks relating to data are identified and assist with the effective communication of this information and resolution to mitigate these risks.Capture data driven metrics and key performance indicators to demonstrate business value, measure adoption and bring visibility to improvement opportunities.Provide thought leadership for strategic projects at conception, setting direction and handing off to other teams as the progression occurs using effective change management techniques while ensuring timelines are feasible, work is effectively prioritized and deliverables met.Qualifications
Experience working in a regulated financial industry as a data steward. Asset management experience preferredEducated to Degree level and a minimum of five years of asset management or related finance industry experienceExperience delivering end-to-end data governance initiatives on deadline and to a high standardCompetencies
Strong communication skills including written, verbal, and presentationsAbility to communicate difficult strategies and concepts in a relatable way to persons with varying experience to effectively persuade and influenceExperience facilitating meetings, ensuring that all viewpoints, ideas and problems are addressedDemonstrated relationship building including success with senior stakeholdersExcellent time-management, problem solving, organization, and analytical skillsSQL query proficiencyEnthusiasm and demonstrates initiative, personal accountability, and a can-do attitudeBarings 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 CoverageFitness Center Reimbursement Program (Including Online Memberships)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Fertility BenefitsFINANCIAL WELL-BEING
Highly competitive 401(k) Plan with Company MatchHealth Savings Account (HSA) with Company ContributionsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care & Dependent CareRetirement Health Reimbursement AccountLIFE INSURANCE
Basic and Supplemental Life InsuranceSpouse and Child Life InsuranceTIME OFF, DISABILITY AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Annual HolidaysPaid Leave of Absences (Maternity Leave, Parental Leave, Caregiver Leave, Bereavement Time)Short and Long Term Disability PlansPaid Volunteer TimeOTHER BENEFITS
Education Assistance ProgramCharitable Matching Gifts ProgramCommuter Reimbursement ProgramAdoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement Program