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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the reference data position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Reference Data role, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in managing large datasets, typically supported by a degree in finance, business, or information management. Familiarity with data management software such as Bloomberg, Reuters, or proprietary databases, and knowledge of SQL or data governance tools, are often required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork are key soft skills that help you collaborate effectively and resolve data discrepancies. These competencies ensure accurate, consistent, and reliable data that supports essential business operations and decision-making across the organization.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone in a reference data position?

Professionals in Reference Data are responsible for managing and maintaining key business datasets, such as client, product, or security master information. Daily tasks often include data entry, validation, remediation of discrepancies, and ensuring data integrity across multiple systems. You’ll work closely with operations, compliance, and IT teams to resolve issues quickly and respond to data requests. Given the importance of accurate reference data to financial transactions and reporting, attention to detail and proactive troubleshooting are essential. This role offers opportunities to develop expertise in data governance and may lead to advancement in data management, analytics, or operations leadership.

What is a reference data?

A Reference Data job involves managing and maintaining critical data sets that support business operations, typically in financial services, healthcare, or enterprise systems. Responsibilities include data governance, validation, enrichment, and ensuring consistency across systems. Professionals in this role work with various stakeholders to standardize data definitions, improve data quality, and support regulatory compliance. They may also use tools and databases to streamline data management and reporting.

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Reference Data Product Senior Associate

JP Morgan Chase

Columbus, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 24 days ago


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8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

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Job description


Join a team at the center of financial data and analytics. You will play a key role in ensuring data is accurate, governed, and ready to support business decisions. This role offers the opportunity to work across teams, improve data quality, and contribute to critical finance processes.


As a Reference Data Product Senior Associate in the Planning and Analysis team, you support enterprise reference data used for forecasting, reporting, and analytics. You partner with business stakeholders and technology teams to ensure data is accurate, governed, and fit for purpose. You help deliver and operate reference data across key domains while driving data quality, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

  • Partner with stakeholders to gather, document, and validate requirements for reference data enhancements and issue resolution
  • Translate business needs into user stories, functional specifications, and acceptance criteria
  • Lead and coordinate testing activities, including planning, execution, and defect management
  • Perform and oversee recurring operational processes such as data validation, exception review, and reporting
  • Monitor and improve data quality across domains, including completeness, accuracy, and consistency
  • Manage the lifecycle of data issues, including root-cause analysis and stakeholder communication
  • Maintain and enhance reference data documentation, including definitions, hierarchies, and mappings
  • Partner across finance, risk, operations, and technology teams to standardize data structures and usage
  • Support onboarding of new data consumers and updates to existing data structures
  • Contribute to initiatives that enhance scalability, controls, and governance of data platforms

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, information systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of experience in business analysis, data analysis, or data operations
  • Strong experience in requirements gathering, documentation, and stakeholder management
  • Experience supporting testing activities and managing defects in a structured delivery environment
  • Proficiency in SQL for data analysis and troubleshooting
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across business and technical teams

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

  • Experience with reference or master data concepts, including taxonomies and data governance
  • Familiarity with large-scale data platforms
  • Experience with data quality frameworks and performance monitoring
  • Experience working in agile environments using tools such as Jira or similar platforms
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

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