Financial Data Operations Director - Manchester

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services and is seeking a Director based in our Manchester office.

Responsibilities

• Define the collection strategy for new fundamental data sets needed across Fitch Group.
• Collaborate with Data Operations teams, analytics staff, and Product Owners to assure data quality and availability.
• Lead the initiative to centralise, streamline, and accelerate the capture of fundamental and alternative content sets.
• Translate stakeholder needs into practical initiatives and collection methodologies.
• Lead experimentation to improve and modernise collection and extraction processes, including piloting new tools.
• Shape the team’s thinking on process developments and create an environment of constructive challenge.
• Develop long‑term strategies and contingency plans, ensuring compliance with internal policies.
• Provide guidance on prioritising tasks, manage resourcing, and deliver on agreed timelines and SLAs.
• Set standards for client service and maintain high‑quality delivery.
• Communicate effectively with senior leaders, build trust, and establish collaborative networks.
• Provide strong leadership, foster empowerment, and resolve team conflicts.

Qualifications

• Experience working with fundamental data in an accounting, auditing, or credit risk environment, with understanding of IFRS, GAAP and related processes.
• Proven ability to lead pilots/experiments and drive adoption into business‑as‑usual.
• Demonstrated experience assessing and onboarding new or alternative datasets.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to inspire a team while working independently.
• Preferred: CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or CFA qualification or ongoing pursuit.
• Self‑starter who learns new processes quickly and accurately.
• Can‑do attitude and attention to detail.

Preferred Attributes

• Highly organised and methodical approach to work.
• Experience leading offshore teams or mentoring.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of AI/ML tools and applications.
• Willingness to learn, change, and take on new challenges.

Benefits

• Opportunity to influence strategic vision for fundamental data extraction.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge technology and AI/ML processes.
• Hybrid working week scheme with flexibility to work from another location up to four weeks a year.
• Join a diverse, inclusive team.

Equal Opportunity

Fitch Group is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected classifications.