- Independently manage a workstream within a larger implementation project, including requirement gathering, solution design, configuration, testing, and deployment.

- Provide hands-on configuration and integration support for reference data management platforms and solutions.

- Monitor service performance, drive continuous improvements, and manage service risks proactively.

Project Leadership & Governance :

- Develop clear implementation plans, timelines, and ensure adherence to project milestones and governance processes.

- Proactively identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues, and make decisions to keep the project on track.

- Act as the primary point of contact for reference data domain expertise within the project.

Team Leadership :

- Manage and mentor a team of data analysts, specialists, and support engineers across locations (onsite/offshore).

- Conduct performance reviews, identify skill gaps, and facilitate upskilling and growth. Stakeholder

Collaboration & Communication :

- Facilitate workshops, technical sessions, and requirement discussions with clients and internal teams.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product, Engineering, QA, and Business Analysts to ensure timely and quality delivery.

- Communicate effectively with technical and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment on solution design and implementation approach.

Mentoring & Knowledge Sharing :

- Mentor junior implementation specialists and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team.

- Promote best practices in reference data management and implementation processes

Required Skill sets :

- 10+ years of total experience, with 3+ years in service delivery or client-facing roles.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

- Excellent team leadership and stakeholder management skills.

- Exposure to financial products, market data vendors (e.g., Bloomberg, Refinitiv, ICE, S\&P), and related tools/platforms.

- Ability to work in a dynamic, client-driven environment with competing priorities.

- Experience/knowledge of ORACLE or similar RDBMS data management systems, workflow tools, JAVA and application server technologies.

- Experience managing multiple clients and a global client base with strong knowledge of Agile/SCRUM processes.

- Experience in leading teams located in multiple regions would be an added advantage.

- Strong understanding of Reference Data platforms (e.g., Markit EDM, Bloomberg, Investran, NeuXam, SimCorp, BlackRock -Aladdin, Asset Control- Eagle, Fencore, etc.)

Preferred Skill sets :

- Experience with data management platforms or cloud-based reference data solutions.

- Familiarity with agile ways of working and cross-functional teams.