Associate, Data Contribution (Client Engagement) Greater China

About this role About Preqin    This role sits within Preqin, a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globally, complementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.   You will be joining the world’s leading data and insights provider for the alternatives assets industry. We empower the finance community with comprehensive data and expert insights so they can make faster and smarter investment decisions with precision and confidence. We are a forward-thinking company and strive to make an impact by enabling our customers to envision future possibilities, invest in ideas and infrastructure that build strong communities.

Data is core to Preqin’s industry offerings, and the data and research management team delivers accurate, timely and complete data enhancing the value of our award-winning offerings. The trust in our underlying content enables our clients to make key investment decisions.  Besides collecting content, the data management team collaborates extensively with our internal and external clients to improvise our offerings leveraging technology and subject matter expertise. The team understands the life cycle of data and establishes business intelligence reports seeking operational excellence.    The individual is responsible for aiding in the future growth and development of the team’s internal and external services as well as assisting with the ongoing development of its team members. This role based in Hong Kong will form a core part of the Investors – Greater China team. This is achieved through operational excellence and clear day-to-day maintenance of the dataset & content, including core business-as-usual (BAU) tasks and going above and beyond to collaborate, innovate and execute on relevant ad-hoc projects to improve the accuracy, completeness and timeliness of data.

Responsibilities   Establish and nurture relationships with key industry professionals of all levels within the alternative assets to obtain valuable proprietary information and insights regarding market sentiment and investment strategies  Conduct face-to-face interactions with clients, demonstrate high standard of professionalism and subject matter expertise  Provide tailored research and data support to clients and internal stakeholders, helping drive engagement and retention  Respond to client inquiries with precision and professionalism, offering consultative guidance on data usage and methodologies  Assist in onboarding new clients by providing data walkthroughs and market insights  Maintain and enhance the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of investor profiles within Preqin’s database. Perform rigorous data validation and cross-checking using public filings, regulatory disclosures, and direct communications  Troubleshooting escalated data quality incidents, collaborating with regional stakeholders and/or global BUs as needed  Demonstrating subject matter expert (SME) for the dataset, supporting internal and external stakeholders in gaining an understanding of internal processes concerning data management  Assisting in managing day-to-day data operations with an aim to create and further operational excellence  Provide support to Research Insights, Product & Marketing Groups, etc., to ensure all related publications and content are delivered according to guidelines and deadlines  Supporting senior team members on research projects and getting involved in further data enhancement and development activities  Qualifications   At least 2 years of relevant working experience in data/financial data services is required, preferably within alternative assets space  Proven track record of engaging with institutional clients and high-level executives in finance industry   Confident presenting market intelligence, managing client