(This position is based in Trepp’s New York office which operates in a hybrid work schedule)

The primary job of the CLO Data Specialist will be to (i) maintain and review various CLO deal models and monthly trustee reporting which in turn support and feed Trepp’s analytics platforms, and (ii) support the Vice President, CLO Modelling & Operations in managing the TreppCLO data team. You will also be responsible for helping to support the gathering of new data sets for our product, implementation of new data projects, and the maintenance of other related CLO data initiatives. The CLO Data Specialist will sit within the TreppCLO data team and will interface with Trepp’s technology teams and more increasingly with sales and marketing, too.

You must have at least three to five years of experience in structured finance, specifically CLOs. You will be also required to have fluent working knowledge of excel and you will develop a working knowledge of SQL or other languages as you will be handling data analytics to drive new product screens/solutions and frequent data queries relating to the models, data analytics and all associated communication. It should be stressed that this is not an IT role. It is a role designed for those proficient with data and math, having prior experience in financial data and models. In addition, the role also gives the opportunity to experience other asset classes in the future.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the CLO Operations Team and ensuring synergy with overarching business objectives
• Devise and execute strategies aimed at streamlining operations, enhancing efficiencies and identifying areas of improvement.
• Refine operational processes both internally and with vendors to identify and resolve operational issues
• Support TreppCLO data quality via suggesting checks for regular data cleansing, data review and data gathering.
• Provide comprehensive training and mentorship to team members, nurturing a culture of continual growth and development
• Interact with existing and potential clients with regards to questions and requests on TreppCLO’s data and models.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Manage internal and external requests for data analytics and model outputs and product enhancements.
• Interact with Trepp systems and technology teams to specify functional enhancements and conducting subsequent quality assurance testing.
• Assisting in ad hoc projects relating to the provision of financial data to clients.
• Getting exposure to other asset classes in the future, and supporting the Vice President, CLO Modelling & Operations in creating and enhancing solutions/research content in that space.

Qualifications and experience:

Required:

• 3-5 years of experience in CLO operations or related structured finance fields
• Extensive knowledge of CLO structures, compliance requirements, and operational workflows
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Strong people management skills with the ability to manage employees remotely
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, relationship building with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience overseeing trustee and vendor relationships
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong analytical skills.

Useful:

• Degree in finance, economics, or related field (equivalent work experience considered).
• Familiarity with SQL or similar languages for data querying.

Workplace Policy:

NYC, Dallas, and London office-based positions: Trepp’s offices follows a 3-2 hybrid-working policy with the expectation of in-office work on Tuesday-Thursday and the option to work from home on Monday and Friday.

Trepp, Inc. is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer, complying with all laws governing employment in each jurisdiction in which operating, and provides equal opportunity to all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and other status protected by applicable laws. Trepp maintains a drug-free workplace.