Director - Benchmarking

Kroll Digital Solutions

Job Summary

We are looking for a Director to join our team and take responsibility for the ongoing production and evolution of a new series of financial benchmarks. These benchmarks are currently focused on private company loans though we plan expand them to additional asset classes and segments. This is a ground floor opportunity to drive improvements to existing processes and extend them to related products in order to meet the needs of our clients and our business.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end benchmark production process including data sourcing benchmark calculation validation and distribution.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams across technology data sales marketing legal and compliance to ensure the quality timeliness and accuracy of the benchmarks.
• Support the sales and clients in their use and understanding of these benchmarks.
• Identify and implement enhancements and innovations to the benchmark production process leveraging technology and data solutions.
• Monitor and analyze the performance and usage of the benchmarks and solicit feedback from clients and stakeholders to identify and prioritize product improvements and new features.
• Communicate and present the value proposition and benefits of the benchmarks to internal and external audiences such as senior management clients media and industry events.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and developments in the financial markets especially in the company loans and bonds sector and the financial benchmark industry.

Job Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in product management index management or a similar role in the financial services industry.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of company loans and bonds as an asset class and the data and technology involved in their valuation and analysis.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of financial market benchmarks their methodologies calculation and governance.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to handle complex and ambiguous situations.
• Excellent communication presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated proactive and innovative with a passion for creating and delivering high-quality products that meet customer needs and expectations.

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