Data Quality Specialist

About The Role:

Grade Level (For Internal Use):

07

The Team: Data Quality Team Overview:

The Data Quality Team at S&P Global is committed to ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and reliability of data across all operational processes. We focus on implementing robust data quality practices that align with our organizational goals of Accuracy, Timeliness, and Comprehensiveness. By collaborating with various departments, we identify, analyze, and rectify data quality issues, driving continuous improvement and delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients.

The Impact:

In this role, you will be instrumental in maintaining high data quality standards across General Fundamentals dataset. You will conduct thorough data quality assessments, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective actions to ensure our data meets the highest quality benchmarks. Your analytical skills will be essential in providing insights that inform decision-making and enhance overall data quality. If you are passionate about data integrity and have a proactive approach to problem-solving, we invite you to join our team.

What’S In It For You:

This position offers a unique opportunity to deepen your expertise in data quality within a client-focused environment. You will collaborate closely with the Client Support team, Data Management/Operations, and Product Management to ensure data accuracy and integrity, directly impacting client satisfaction. You'll also work with leadership and colleagues to drive meaningful improvements in data quality processes. This role provides exposure to data analysis techniques specific to data quality and offers opportunities to explore automation and emerging technologies for data validation and improvement.

Key Objectives:

• Uphold data integrity and accuracy throughout all operational processes.
• Implement data quality practices that support organizational goals.
• Foster collaboration across departments to address and resolve data quality challenges.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement in data quality management.

Job Summary: The Data Quality Analyst at Grade 7 will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and consistency of data across various platforms. This role involves analyzing data quality issues, implementing quality control measures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data management practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive data quality assessments and audits to identify discrepancies and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement data quality frameworks, standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with data owners and stakeholders to define data quality requirements and metrics.
• Utilize data profiling tools and techniques to monitor data quality and report findings.
• Design and execute data cleansing and validation processes to enhance data accuracy.
• Proactively monitor processes to identify deviations, ensuring timely escalation and reporting to management and stakeholders.
• Analyse defects from regular operations and correlate them with various datasets in Data Quality to derive actionable insights.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in data quality management.

We are looking for

• A strong interest in data quality and a foundational understanding of data concepts.
• Familiarity with basic database concepts and a willingness to learn SQL and data analysis techniques.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to learn to interpret data. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused attitude and a desire to collaborate effectively. Familiarity with data visualization tools (like Tableau or Power BI) or spreadsheet software (like Excel) is a plus.
• A strong willingness to learn, adapt to changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• A proactive and detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to learning and maintaining high standards of data quality.
• A curious and innovative mindset, with a desire to explore emerging technologies, including generative AI and other advanced tools, to enhance data quality processes.

Qualifications:

• A full-time MBA or postgraduate degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• 2 years of experience in data quality management or a similar role.
• Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficiency in data profiling and data quality tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with teams.
• Knowledge of data governance principles and practices is a plus.
• General Fundamentals Supple knowledge is an added advantage

Preferred Skills:

• Basic Knowledge of SQL and database management.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Certifications in data quality or data management are desirable.

Working Conditions:

• Preferred to work in any shift timings as per the need of the General Fundamentals Dataset, for which quality is evaluated

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

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. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. 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.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

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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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

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