\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**_W2_**\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Job Title: Data / Business Analyst – Investment Data / Security Master Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid: Onsite Tues–Thurs) Duration: 6–12 Months (Strong potential for extension or full-time conversion) Start Date: ASAP Interview Process: 2–3 rounds via Microsoft Teams and onsite Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship About the Role: A leading global investment firm is seeking a Data / Business Analyst with strong experience in investment data and security master platforms. This is a high-impact contract role supporting critical data initiatives across multiple asset classes, including index data integration, FactSet onboarding, and potentially replacing an existing Markit EDM platform with a custom-built internal solution. This position offers direct collaboration with portfolio managers, traders, and technology teams—ideal for someone who understands both financial data and technology-driven business analysis. Key Responsibilities: • Analyze and manage complex investment and reference data across equities, fixed income, and derivatives • Capture business requirements and translate them into detailed technical specifications • Support data integration and platform migration projects (e.g. Markit EDM, GoldenSource, Bloomberg, FactSet) • Perform hands-on data modeling and analysis using SQL, Python/R, Excel VBA, and Bloomberg • Partner with development teams to ensure data quality, consistency, and performance • Provide subject matter expertise on capital markets data and support downstream data consumers Required Skills & Experience: • 5–10 years of experience in investment data analysis, preferably within asset management or capital markets • Deep understanding of financial instruments, including: • Equities: identifiers, fundamentals, valuation models • Derivatives: Total Return Swaps, CDS, futures • Fixed Income: pricing, credit risk, duration/convexity • Strong technical skills in: SQL, Python or R, Excel VBA, Bloomberg Terminal • Familiarity with data management platforms such as Markit EDM, GoldenSource, FactSet, or Bloomberg Data License • Exceptional communication skills and ability to work with trading and portfolio management teams • Bachelor's in Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a quantitative discipline (CFA designation or progress preferred) Why Apply? • Join a highly skilled and collaborative team • Play a key role in strategic data platform initiatives • Hybrid work model in a respected investment environment • Long-term opportunity with growth potential