About Morningstar

Morningstar is a leading global provider of independent investment insights, serving both individual and institutional investors across public and private markets. Our offerings include a wide range of data, research, and investment management services, with $300+ billion in assets under management. Operating in 32 countries, Morningstar supports financial advisors, asset managers, retirement plan providers, and more with comprehensive investment solutions.

About the Role

Our EMEA Data Team is looking for an Associate Data Research Analyst to process our data across global markets. We are a team of data analysts who have effective relationships with other teams and are committed to deliver the best quality data. As an Associate Data Research Analyst in the Data Division, you will work closely with the global team, taking responsibility for data coverage, quality, and timeliness to the highest standards. The position will be based in our Data and Development Center EMEA in Madrid.

Responsibilities

• Work with our Data Research Analysts on the collection and maintenance of Morningstar data, ensuring high levels of data accuracy, completeness and coverage.
• Assist the Data Research Analysts to meet the predetermined production deadlines.
• Work as part of our project teams who evaluate procedures, create and enhance analytical tools.
• Help analyzing investment data points and calculations, answering questions from other members of the data team.
• Organize meetings and support the day to day activities of the Analyst team. 
• Utilize project management methodologies such as LEAN Six Sigma to track, evaluate and determine resolution approach for complex data issues.
• Continuous communication with fund companies and 3rd party Data providers to collect data for our databases.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Japanese and English is required, and fluency in any European language is a plus.
• Solid understanding of the financial industry and passionate about investment data.
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze and disseminate large amounts of data with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Previous experience in project management and knowledge of Microsoft Office are a plus.

Ready to Shape the Future?

At Morningstar, every hire we make strengthens our mission to empower investor success. Apply now and help shape

e future of investing with us.

Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.