Data Associate in Norwich

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This global financial services firm based in Norwich are looking to recruit an Associate to join their expanding Data and Service Management division. The role is central to business operations and hence we're looking for candidates who are comfortable in a client facing role, proactive and willing to engage with business and external clients.

Responsibilities will include:

• To co-ordinate the monthly and quarterly service and governance packs in line with contractual client requirements.
• To support the Associate Director with data governance, risk and control projects and able to present any findings with confidence.
• To work with internal and external stakeholders on a regular basis and to have a proactive approach to problem solving and identifying opportunities.
• To have a personal growth mindset with opportunities to take own initiative and build on own personal development.
• To be an enthusiastic team player who has an open and confident communication style and the ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• To be the first point of contact for all new risk event registrations, and to monitor each event through the Risk Management process. This will include the collation of risk data and analysis for client packs.
• To oversee all new Issues, and to work with the Heads of Service to ensure these are reported through all client reporting packs on a monthly basis and are managed through to their conclusions.
• To provide assistance in overseeing the control process meetings and to support the Associate Director with collating control evidence and the review of assessments under the control framework.
• To provide support in the setting up and use of the new Risk Management tool.
• To assist the Associate Director and Head of Data and Service Management with client due diligence requirements and the co-ordination of business continuity tasks.
• To provide administration duties which will include supporting the internal process map maintenance.
• To provide administrative support to the Data and Service Management team with data and onboarding requirements when required, including the management of the team inbox and providing administrative duties.

To be considered for this position, ideal candidates must have the following experience and skills:

• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) are essential for this role.
• A proactive approach to building relationships with all levels of seniority with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent attention to detail and experience of working in a data management environment (Preferable).
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to present data and analytics to senior stakeholders.
• The ability to work under pressure and to multi-task in line with stakeholder deadlines and requirements.
• Enthusiasm, drive and the ability to work autonomously in a deadline driven environment.
• A team player who can work well in a team and autonomously.