Investment Data & Reporting Specialist

Role Overview

• Lead data quality initiatives for key datasets (portfolio holdings, performance, risk, product MI)
• Support the business glossary, critical data element definitions, and data catalogue processes
• Perform validation of key portfolio datasets including holdings, transactions, cash balances, performance, exposures, risk metrics, and benchmark data
• Investigate data breaks, reconcile inconsistencies and drive timely resolution with Operations, Administrators, and service providers
• Oversee the quality of datasets feeding into SAA reviews, PM/quant analytics, risk monitoring, and investment reporting
• Maintain documentation on data sources, quality rules, validation procedures, and exception handling
• Support the production and validation of client reports, board reporting packs, ManCo submissions, and internal investment dashboards
• Ensure the accuracy of data used in investment commentaries, risk summaries, and performance reporting
• Coordinate with PMs and quants to supply validated data for ad hoc analytics, regulatory filings, and board materials
• Collaborate with the Senior Fund Operations & Governance Lead to ensure data feeding into governance processes (e.g., oversight dashboards, factsheets, KIID/KID data, performance summaries) is complete and accurate
• Liaise with the fund administrator, custodian, and internal operations teams to resolve NAV issues, pricing exceptions, and security master data discrepancies
• Monitor compliance with investment guidelines through ongoing validation of related datasets
• Contribute to maintaining high-quality data controls within the investment function, aligned with regulatory expectations for UCITS managers
• Maintain internal documentation for critical data elements used in investment reporting and risk analytics
• Participate in projects involving data improvements, system upgrades, or process optimisation

Requirements

• 3–6+ years’ experience in investment data, fund operations, performance/risk reporting, or data oversight within asset/wealth management or fund administration
• Strong understanding of investment data structures (holdings, benchmarks, transactions, pricing, corporate actions, FX, analytics)
• Experience resolving data exceptions and working with administrators, custodians, or internal ops teams
• High proficiency in Excel; familiarity with Snowflake, SQL, Power BI, or reporting tools is advantageous
• Experience with UCITS funds, portfolio reporting, or regulatory data requirements (CBI, ESMA, UCITS) is a strong plus
• Exceptional attention to detail and data accuracy
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple deliverables and strict deadlines
• Strong communication skills, capable of translating data issues into clear actions for PMs, quants, ops, and external service providers
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a small, high‑performing investment team
• Proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership and problem‑solving capability

Tech Stack

• SQL

Benefits

• Psychological safety, emotional wellbeing and support
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and mental health first aid
• Competitive remuneration package including salary, bonus, pension and additional benefits
• Comprehensive range of professional and personal development opportunities
• Inclusive and diverse workplace with a sense of belonging