VP, Data Management

Location:Singapore

Job Function:Investment Services Public Markets

Job Type:Permanent

Req ID:16939

GIC is one of the worlds largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2000 employees across 11 locations around the world we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the worlds industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapores financial future and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Investment Services Public Markets

We strive to support business groups with digital capabilities and deliver environmental social and governance focused capabilities and market expertise.

Investment Data Portfolio Solutions

This role focuses on providing investment data solutions with an emphasis on managing enterprise data related to theInvestment Book of Records (IBOR)and Reference Data. This critical function supports investment management capabilities for public market asset classes ensuring data integrity operational efficiency and portfolio accuracy.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in portfolio data management a deep understanding of public market asset classes and a proven ability to collaborate across investment and operations teams.

What will you do as an VP Data Management

1. Data Management:

• Maintain and oversee the quality accuracy and timeliness of IBOR and Security Master Data used in day-to-day portfolio management
• Ensure accurate representation of security identifiers pricing corporate actions and other critical data points to support trading and portfolio construction
• Partner with third-party data providers and internal operations teams to resolve data discrepancies and implement data governance standards

2. Portfolio Solutions Development:

• Collaborate with Front Office to design and implement solutions that enhance decision-making and enable operational efficiency for Middle Office and Back Office functions
• Use technology to automate data processes and workflows including reconciliation and validation tools to minimize data-related risks
• Integrate data across portfolio / order management systems trading platforms and risk platforms
• Create and maintain dashboards and reports for portfolio analytics compliance and performance attribution
• Work to improve data visualization and accessibility for investment teams

3. Stakeholder Engagement:

• Act as a liaison between investment teams operations data governance and IT/technology teams to align on data strategies and solve complex issues
• Collaborate with technology teams to enhance and optimize systems such as IBOR and security master platforms

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role

• Education: A Bachelors degree in Finance Engineering or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g. CFA FRM or CAIA) are a plus
• Experience: 6 years in a similar investment operations portfolio data management or front-office facing role at an asset management firm hedge fund or related institution
• Technical Skills:
• Experience with investment management platforms such asBlackRock AladdinCharles River IMSState Street Alpha orBloomberg AIM
• Proficiency in SQL. Intermediate Excel skills including VBA (macros)
• Familiarity with ETL tools data pipelines and APIs
• Experience using Python or Artificial Intelligence to perform EDA preferred
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of IBOR Security Master Data and public market asset classes such as equities fixed income and derivatives

Work at the Point of Impact
We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious agile and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas share your views and be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence Respect Integrity Merit and Excellence which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.

Flexibility at GIC
At GIC our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation professional growth and interpersonal connection. At the same time we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

GIC is an equal opportunity employer
GIC is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin sex gender gender expression sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Please email at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.

Learn more about our Investment Services Public Markets Department here:

Experience:

Exec