Static Data Lead, Vice President

Who we are looking for

The Static Data Lead (VP) is responsible for end-to-end ownership of Static Data (Reference Data) strategy, governance, and operations across all Global Markets products. This role provides global leadership supporting static data ownership ensuring data integrity, control robustness, and operational scalability. Key Responsibilities 1. Strategic Leadership & Operating Model Define and execute the Static Data strategy aligned to Markets transformation agenda

Drive target operating model including centralization, standardization, and scalability

Act as global owner for Static Data across business lines, ensuring consistency across regions

Partner with senior leadership on capacity planning, location strategy, and resiliency model

1. Data Governance & Control Framework Establish and enforce enterprise-wide data governance standards and policies

Ensure strict adherence to data accuracy, completeness, and consistency standards

Strengthen control frameworks including change management tracking, Audit readiness and regulatory compliance

Own risk identification, mitigation, and control enhancement programs

1. End-to-End Static Data Operations Oversight Provide executive oversight of: Client onboarding & account setup

SSI management

Counterparty and instrument data

Market and pricing reference data

Drive SLA adherence, productivity, and operational performance globally

1. Risk, Audit & Regulatory Management Act as senior escalation point for high-risk data issues and control breaches

Lead response to internal/external audits and regulatory reviews

Ensure full audit traceability, documentation, and evidence readiness

Monitor KRIs, incidents, and trends; drive risk reduction initiatives

1. Transformation & Automation Lead strategic initiatives including: Data platform migrations

Automation of manual processes

Workflow simplification and standardization

Drive data quality improvement programs to reduce downstream breaks and operational risk

1. Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management Act as primary interface with: Front Office / Trading

Middle Office / Trade Support

Risk & Compliance

Product, Technology & Data teams

Markets Operations teams

1. People Leadership & Organization Development Lead and scale global teams across regions (APAC, EMEA, NA)

Build strong leadership bench and SME depth

Drive talent development & succession planning, performance management, employee engagement and culture

Core Skills Deep understanding of securities, counterparties, SSIs, products, rates, market data

Strong risk & control mindset

Strategic thinking and transformation leadership

Stakeholder management at senior/executive level

Data governance and quality management expertise

Crisis and escalation management

Ability to operate in high-volume, high-risk environments

Required Experience & Skills 12–15 years in Global Markets / Investment Banking Operations

Strong experience in: Static Data / Reference Data management

Trade lifecycle (FX, derivatives, financing, etc.)

Proven leadership of large, multi-location teams

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