Implementation Specialist

Factset Research Systems Inc.
New York, NY, United States
about 1 month ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$112,000.0 - $140,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) System Configuration Relational Databases Financial Information EXchange Python (Programming Language) Standard Sql Product Software Implementation Methods Integration Frameworks User Accounts

Job description

You will work closely with clients, project managers, developers, and external technology partners to configure solutions, streamline workflows, and ensure successful deployments., * Manage end-to-end client implementation and onboarding projects.

  • Gather business requirements and translate them into system configurations.

  • Configure trading environments, user accounts, permissions, and workflows.

  • Coordinate with brokers, custodians, and third-party vendors throughout implementation.

  • Partner with Product and Engineering teams to deliver client-specific enhancements.

  • Create functional documentation, implementation plans, and operational runbooks.

  • Deliver onsite and virtual training sessions for traders, portfolio managers, operations, and compliance teams.

  • Configure trade routing, end-of-day processing, and integration workflows.

  • Build and maintain strong client relationships while providing post-implementation support.

  • Identify opportunities to improve client adoption and overall user experience.

  • Manage multiple concurrent projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.

Requirements

We are seeking a highly motivated and client-focused Implementation Specialist to join our Client Services/Implementation team and lead software implementation projects for hedge funds, asset managers, banks, and brokers. This role requires strong project management, technical aptitude, and communication skills to successfully onboard clients and deliver exceptional service., Required

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

  • 3-5 years of experience in financial technology, software implementations, or client-facing technical support.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Experience managing multiple client projects simultaneously.

  • Knowledge of SQL and relational databases.

  • Strong technical aptitude with the ability to quickly learn new technologies .

  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred

  • Experience with an OMS, EMS, or PMS platform.

  • Working knowledge of the FIX Protocol.

  • Experience with Java and/or Python.

  • Understanding of financial markets, trading workflows, and the investment management industry.

What You’ll Bring

  • A customer-first mindset with exceptional relationship-building skills.

  • Strong organizational and project management abilities.

  • Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality client experiences.

  • A proactive approach to solving complex technical and business challenges.

  • The ability to remain calm under pressure while managing competing priorities .

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Employee discount
  • Family leave
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance, At FactSet, our people are our greatest asset, and our culture is our biggest competitive advantage. Being a FactSetter means:
  • The opportunity to join an S&P 500 company with over 45 years of sustainable growth powered by the entrepreneurial spirit of a start-up.
  • Support for your total well-being. This includes health, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement savings plans and a discounted employee stock purchase program, plus paid time off for holidays, family leave, and company-wide wellness days.
  • Flexible work accommodations. We value work/life harmony and offer our employees a range of accommodations to help them achieve success both at work and in their personal lives.
  • A global community dedicated to volunteerism and sustainability, where collaboration is always encouraged, and individuality drives solutions.
  • Career progression planning with dedicated time each month for learning and development.
  • Business Resource Groups open to all employees that serve as a catalyst for connection, growth, and belonging.

Salary is just one component of our compensation package and is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications.

The budgeted amount range for this position in New York is $112,000 -$140,000

About the company

FactSet creates flexible, open data and software solutions for over 200,000 investment professionals worldwide, providing instant access to financial data and analytics that investors use to make crucial decisions.

At FactSet, our values are the foundation of everything we do. They express how we act and operate, serve as a compass in our decision-making, and play a big role in how we treat each other, our clients, and our communities. We believe that the best ideas can come from anyone, anywhere, at any time, and that curiosity is the key to anticipating our clients’ needs and exceeding their expectations., FactSet ( NYSE:FDS NASDAQ:FDS ) helps the financial community to see more, think bigger, and work better. Our digital platform and enterprise solutions deliver financial data, analytics, and open technology to more than 8,200 global clients, including over 200,000 individual users. Clients across the buy-side and sell-side, as well as wealth managers, private equity firms, and corporations, achieve more every day with our comprehensive and connected content, flexible next-generation workflow solutions, and client-centric specialized support. As a member of the S&P 500, we are committed to sustainable growth and have been recognized among the Best Places to Work in 2023 by Glassdoor as a Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Award winner. Learn more at www.factset.com and follow us on X and LinkedIn .

At FactSet, we celebrate difference of thought, experience, and perspective. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. FactSet participates in E-Verify

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