Data Management Associate

To support the Data Management data capability within the RS&AM (Retirement Solutions & Asset Management) COO function. The goal of the Data Management team is to embed 'data as an asset' within the culture of the function to achieve the required level of consistency, quality and protection to meet the overall Asset Management needs and thereby enabling the function to become truly data driven.

The role will focus on the data management capability within our platforms; this includes processing of data, supporting the business data requirements, ensuring that the data required is loaded into this core systems and that effective controls are in place to maintain the data quality., Data Management

• Maintain and validate static data across core platforms (e.g. BlackRock Aladdin), covering portfolios, private credit, and security master records
• Follow documented processes to ensure data integrity and compliance
• Support data quality reporting and reconciliation across daily, weekly, and monthly cycles
• Create and maintain reference data (e.g. CIC codes, PD credit spreads) not owned by the business
• Manage classification, industry sector, and strategic asset allocation data
• Respond to business data queries and support issue resolution
• Leverage third-party market data sources for updates, validation, and process support

Data Quality

• Maintain daily data quality standards and support governance and MI reporting
• Record and track data issues to ensure transparency and resolution
• Apply second-person verification to uphold data integrity and process compliance
• Contribute to the effective operation of the Data Management function
• Prioritise accuracy, timeliness, and high standards in all data handling
• Support IBOR build-out within the BlackRock Aladdin platform

Stakeholder Management

• Internal - AM Data Management Manager, Business Unit Leaders, Data Leaders, Data Owners and Data Stewards across the business and entities.
• External - Blackrock Aladdin Customer Services, We are committed to ensuring that everyone feels accepted and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If your experience looks different from what we've advertised and you believe that you can bring value to the role, we'd love to hear from you., As well as having the opportunity to undertake intellectually challenging and professionally rewarding work, you'll also become part of a highly skilled workforce that will help make the most of your talents and bring the best out of you, ensuring that your contribution is suitably recognised and well rewarded. To help you achieve this we've created a working environment that trusts your judgement and empowers you to take personal responsibility, whilst giving you the space to grow and develop.

• Knowledge, Skills and Experience (Essential)
• Data and analytical skills with strong problem-solving capability
• Ability to collaborate across multiple teams, coupled with demonstrated stakeholder management experience
• Understanding of Data Management principles within a Financial Services environment
• Ability to follow process and controls with precision and diligence
• Ability to work to tight timescales with competing priorities

Desirable

• Understanding of data management concepts and implementation within a Financial Services setting
• Experience with a variety of investment asset e.g. Funds, Collectives, Fixed Income, Equity
• Interest in Financial Services organisation, preferably Asset Management or Financial Services, Undergraduate degree in Analytics related field, * Adopts Phoenix's 'Big 3' values - 'We put our customers first', 'We aim high' and 'We work together'
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work quickly with high attention to detail
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to quickly draw sound conclusions from large amounts of information, Whatever area you join us in, whatever your background, skills or experience, you'll be working with a dynamic company, in a fast-paced, evolving environment with unparalleled scope and variety of work. Because our business model lends itself directly to further acquisitions, there'll always be plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. In fact, we actively encourage and celebrate career development across the company.

We want to be the best place that any of our 6,600 colleagues have ever worked. We're Phoenix Group, we're a long-term savings and retirement business. We offer a range of products across our market-leading brands, Standard Life, SunLife, Phoenix Life and ReAssure. Around 1 in 5 people in the UK has a pension with us. We're a FTSE 100 organisation that is tackling key issues such as transitioning our portfolio to net zero by 2050, and we're not done yet., The Phoenix Group - one of the 'UK's Top Employers' for 7 years running - is the largest Life & Pensions consolidator in Europe, operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Germany. With 10 million policyholders and assets under management totalling over £240 billion, we enjoy a premium listing on the London Stock Exchange and are a member of the FTSE 100 Index. We're also a rapidly developing business with an acquisitive nature and our future plans present big and exciting opportunities for people who join us., At Phoenix there are no barriers or boundaries - it's simply your abilities that count. We know that an inclusive business makes us stronger and that diverse organisations perform better. Bringing together people with different perspectives, ideas and experiences always leads to better discussions, decisions and results for everyone. In the same vein, creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and appreciated for their unique contribution helps us retain great people., At Phoenix, we've built a hugely successful, well respected and rapidly developing business by putting our people first. We value our employees highly and are always looking for new colleagues to join our talented team. Because we believe attracting, developing, motivating and inspiring exceptional people benefits our customers, our shareholders and ultimately, our performance., Whether it's our London office at Juxon House, located in the heart of the city, overlooking St Paul's Cathedral or our city centre based Edinburgh office, with its stunning views of the Castle or our prestigious office complex in Wythall, set in 42 acres of landscaped grounds - our fantastic facilities really do stand out from the crowd. However, these are just three of a growing number of office-based locations, that now includes the cities and towns of Glasgow, Bristol, Basingstoke, Dublin, Frankfurt and Graz. But rest assured, wherever you are based, you'll benefit from the same excellent career development opportunities, the same outstanding rewards and the same great working environment. And one thing's for sure…you certainly won't be disappointed!