In this role you will be responsible for the identification, aggregation and reporting of private capital and hedge fund transactional and exposure data, as well as private company characteristics and financial statement metrics. Data is compiled through the examination and analysis of fund manager reporting and other resources. This information helps our institutional asset owner clients better understand their portfolio composition as well as measure investment performance and risk. The Data Analyst understands all Private Capital Solutions data and works closely with the Client Coverage organization to handle operational queries and provide support to ensure data integrity.

This is a great opportunity to join a vibrant, fast growing and dynamic Data Operations team that helps set the gold standard for research quality private capital data.

• Serve as a SME point of contact for Client Services for any support or resolution of client queries relating to Private Capital Solutions data as needed.
• Serve as a backup for all locations by providing critical time sensitive data input, data validation and Client Services support when peers in other locations are not available.
• Provide service specific information to clients relating to policies, procedures and methodologies.
• Ensure a successful and timely client experience by managing ad hoc task requests and data reconciliations.
• Respond to inquiries relating to system applications and provide helpdesk support, resolve problems, and support end users.
• Identify and escalate potential control gaps in a timely manner to decrease impact and ensure resolution.
• Coordinate and facilitate user support meetings and trainings as necessary.
• At times interact directly with clients and fund managers to ensure a data completion and integrity.
• Recommend service improvements based on Client Service feedback.
• Work under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods.

• Undergraduate degree – Majors in Finance, Investment Management, Accounting, Business Management & Information Systems
• Post-graduate qualifications advantageous, e.g. CFA, CAIA (nice to have)
• 1-2+ years of relevant work experience
• Familiarity with financial markets, accounting practices and alternative assets (private capital & hedge funds)
• Database application experience advantageous - SQL, PowerBI or Python 
• Strong English communication skills required. Client servicing experience advantageous

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

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