Reference Data & Security Master Analyst

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 09 The Team:   The Equity Data value stream at S&P Dow Jones Indices manages all data related to securities and their corporate actions. This includes collecting, validating, and updating information on stocks and related instruments. The team processes corporate actions like mergers, splits, and dividends to ensure data accuracy. They maintain the security master, a centralized database that serves as the foundation for all company products. Their work ensures that indices and analytics are built on reliable, up-to-date data. The team collaborates closely with other departments to support index calculation, rebalance and client needs. This role is critical for maintaining data integrity and supporting the company’s product offerings. 

Brief Summary of the role:   

The manager in this role is accountable for designing and delivering a unified Security Master that serves as the single source of truth for security reference data across products. This includes defining the canonical data model (IDs, classifications, instrument terms, listings/venues, issuer links, and lifecycle states), and ensuring it supports Equities, Fixed Income, and Derivatives .  

What’s in it for you:   

1. Deep Domain Expertise:   You’ll develop a strong understanding of securities, corporate actions, and security master data—skills highly valued in financial services. 
2. Impact on High-Profile Products:   Your work directly supports flagship indices and analytics, giving you visibility and a sense of ownership in products used globally. 
3. Career Growth & Skill Development:   You’ll gain experience with industry standards (ISIN, CUSIP, Share Type), workflow automation, and data management tools, positioning you for future roles in data management, product development, or analytics. 
4. Problem-Solving & Process Improvement:   You’ll have opportunities to identify gaps, streamline processes, and contribute to innovation in data handling and corporate action integration. 

Responsibilities:  

1. Design and Maintain the Security Master :  Develop and oversee a unified security master database that accurately captures all required attributes for each security, ensuring it serves as the single source of truth for the organization. 
2. Data Quality and Integrity :  Implement robust data governance practices, including validation, auditing, and reconciliation processes, to maintain high standards of data accuracy, consistency, and completeness. 
3. Corporate Actions Integration:   Ensure all relevant corporate actions (such as mergers, splits, and dividends) are promptly and accurately reflected in the security master, supporting downstream processes and products. 
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration :  Work closely with index calculation, and client support teams to align the security master with business needs and facilitate seamless data flow across the organization. 

What We’re Looking For:  

Basic Qualifications:   P rofessional foundation in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline Strong SQL skills and experience with relational databases  Strong attention to detail and self-motivated  Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team  Excellent communication and problem-solving skills 

Preferred Qualifications:     Experience with Databricks  Experience of programming with Python  Knowledge of ETL processes such as Power Automate 

About S&P Global Dow Jones Indic e s  

At S&P Dow Jones Indices, we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. We’re the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500 ® and the Dow Jones Industrial Average ® . More assets are invested in products based upon our indices than any other index provider in the world. With over USD 7.4 trillion in passively managed assets linked to our indices and over USD 11.3 trillion benchmarked to our indices, our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance, evaluating portfolios and developing investment strategies.  

S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/spdji .  

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People: We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits: We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:  Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

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Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global: At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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