Reference Data Operations Specialist

We are seeking a Reference Data Operations Specialist to join our Operations & Middle Office team at Millennium, a global alternative investment firm.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the accurate creation and maintenance of all tradable securities in Millennium's Global Security Master.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the accurate creation and maintenance of all tradable securities in Millennium's Global Security Master
• Oversee data quality control checks through system and business validations
• Monitor corporate actions and market data events to proactively ensure processing and avoid disruptions to downstream interfaces
• Liaise with internal front, middle, and back office clients and external data vendors to resolve ad hoc issues
• Partner with Development on requirements and help design and implement new processes and workflows that improve the Security Master for firm stakeholders

Requirements:

• 5–7+ years of experience in financial services, ideally in operations at a broker-dealer or asset management firm, with some experience in Security Master or reference data
• Strong knowledge of financial instruments, including equities, fixed income, and derivatives
• Experience working with Bloomberg, Refinitiv, Markit (S&P Global), ICE, and other data vendors
• Ability to implement and maintain new systems, procedures, and controls
• Solid understanding of basic SQL queries and proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience supporting senior stakeholders
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well in a team environment
• Self-directed, diligent problem solver with a desire to contribute to Millennium's reputation and success