VP, Third Party Data Governance & Oversight

Responsibilities

• Define and implement standard processes for third-party data lifecycle management.
• Build and maintain high-performing relationships with third-party data vendors and internal partners.
• Manage third-party data providers specifically for ESG, Index, Pricing, and Economy data.
• Oversee vendor data quality, change management projects, and support requests.
• Serve as a liaison between vendor SMEs, business SMEs, and Data Steward teams to manage capability roadmaps and issue tracking.
• Profile and analyze data to ensure compliance with data quality policies and business requirements.
• Design data quality checks and performance metrics to detect deficiencies in data sources or internal processes.
• Collaborate with technology teams to innovate and deliver high-quality data solutions through robust management and delivery methods.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience with large-scale data programs or managing data vendors.
• Strong experience working with ESG, Index, Pricing, or Economy data.
• Proven experience working directly with Data Vendors.
• Strong organizational skills with demonstrated experience in project management, change management, and issue management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of financial markets and the broader investment landscape.
• Ability to think critically about complex business challenges and deliver holistic solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with data modelling to solve business challenges.
• Proficiency in technical tools such as SQL, Python, Jupyter Notebook, or Power BI.
• Knowledge of AI/ML integration.
• Experience working within an Agile development environment.
• Ability to document detailed requirements and translate them into technical data specifications.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive healthcare and retirement plans.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) to help you recharge.
• Tuition reimbursement and support for working parents.
• A hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and flexibility.

About the Company

BlackRock is one of the world’s preeminent asset management firms and a premier provider of global investment management, risk management, and advisory services. Our mission is to help more and more people experience financial well-being by providing industry-leading solutions to institutional, intermediary, and individual investors around the world.