Director, ESG Data Delivery & Data Platforms

S&P Global Sustainable 1 The Role: Director, ESG Data Delivery & Data Platforms The Team: S&P Global Sustainable 1 is a corporate division of S&P Global which is focused on ESG data, analytics and solutions. The Data Management team sits within the Data organization of Sustainable 1, and is responsible for ensuring that data on the products is of the highest quality. Members of this team need to interact very closely with ESG research, technology, analytics and client service teams to ensure data flows are accurate, methodology and rules are correctly applied, deliveries are made to clients in a timely and accurate manner. This is an individual contributor role. We are seeking a data delivery and data platforms Director who will plan and execute a data strategy to ensure data & analytics are integrated into feed and API channels to drive maximum user adoption. The person is also responsible to support strategic infrastructure projects such as the data platform to assist in design and implementation of data governance and best in class practices/workflows. The Impact: This is a fast growing and highly visible area of the business, and the candidate will get an opportunity to work on launch of new products in the ESG market. In addition, be a part of laying the foundation and groundwork for a robust data platform to be the single source of truth for S1 data. What’s in it for you: You will be part of a highly visible team that has direct impact on the execution of our data and data technology roadmap and vision. Responsibilities: * Build a Data strategy to optimize data delivery to internal and external stakeholders * Own the Data Governance process to ensure consistency of data across delivery platforms * Coordinate with technology teams/squads in the design of data platform, for aspects owned by the data team, such as data quality and governance * Create and maintain data catalogues and dictionaries to account for various datasets within S1 * Create data visualizations and workflows across the business processes * Identify/work with potential vendors and evaluate alternatives for aspects of data platform that can potentially be bought vs. built * Work closely with the vertical Product Line teams (ESG, Climate, Impact) to plan and build out a world class data management service that maximizes user adoption and facilitates clients’ ESG integration into their workflows. * Understand, identify, and lead opportunities to integrate technology / platforms where synergies exist or partnership/acquisition opportunities with 3rd party technology or software providers. * Represent data team in S1 wide data projects, as product owner where applicable * Work with client services team to resolve any time sensitive data delivery concerns and provide inputs on the long-term delivery strategy What We’re Looking For: Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor’s or advanced degree in engineering or finance * 12+ years of Data Management/Development experience within the financial industry   * Experience working with database structures and data analysis * Comfort with SQL/Oracle with ability to execute standard queries * Experience working within the Agile framework * Experience with ESG market:  market needs, competitive landscape, methodologies, regulatory landscape and market trends * Tech savvy – understand latest technologies for feed and API product development * Ability to influence, negotiate and build trust (SPGI leadership and across S&P Divisions); must be a strong communicator * Self-starter that can work independently with little supervision, and lead teams to a common goal * Juggle and lead multiple projects * Presentation skills (both in spoken and written formats), e.g. strategic plan development, strong PowerPoint skills, client interaction skills, training, business / financial analysis & reporting * Collaboration across global teams and with multiple functional roles including technology, product management, business operations and client services. Preferred experience/skills: * Knowledge of Databricks technology platform * Product/Data delivery experience within the ESG space * Ability to query databases to retrieve information, build validations and analyze data * Experience managing product releases for a large organization with a diverse client base. Grade: 13 (relevant for internal applicants only) The Location: Hyderabad/Ahmedabad/Gurgaon About S&P Global Sustainable 1: S&P Global delivers essential intelligence that powers decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. As part of our team, you’ll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape. S&P Global Sustainable1 is the central source for sustainably intelligence from S&P Global. Sustainable1 matches customers with the ESG products, insights and solutions from across S&P Global's divisions to help meet their unique needs. Our comprehensive coverage across global markets combined with in-depth ESG intelligence provides financial institutions, corporations and governments an unmatched level of clarity and confidence to successfully navigate the transition to a sustainable future. Our data and well-informed point of view on critical topics like energy transition, climate resilience, positive impact and sustainable finance allow us to go deep on the details that define the big picture so customers can make decisions with conviction. To learn more about Sustainable1, visit www.spglobal.com/sustainable1. ----------------------------------------------------------- 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. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [email protected] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law. ----------------------------------------------------------- 10 - Officials or Managers (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), DTMGOP103.2 - Middle Management Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning) Job ID: 274456 Posted On: 2022-06-20 Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India