ESMA Analyst

Octus is a global leader in credit intelligence, data, and analytics, trusted since 2013 by professionals across hedge funds, investment banking, management consulting, and law firms. The company empowers clients to make faster, more confident decisions in the dynamic credit markets. The ESMA (European Securities and Markets Authority) team at Octus is currently seeking a Data Analyst to join its Pakistan office. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth of the firm’s regulatory data reporting service, working closely with management to influence product and data development. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing client data inflows and maintaining a comprehensive database of issuers, loans, and deal sites, ensuring accuracy and proper asset identification. Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset are essential, as the role involves liaising with internal teams and external clients while championing the ESMA product.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage the inflow of client data and maintain an accurate and up-to-date database of issuers, loans, and deal sites.
- Conduct issuer research to establish correct relationships and accurately identify assets.
- Serve as the KYC (Know Your Customer) point person for the product, ensuring client and contract records are precise and current.
- Collaborate with the Product team to oversee workflows, contract execution, and invoicing processes.
- Develop and implement mechanisms to streamline data collection centralization and integrate relevant metrics into the ESMA product.
- Act as an advocate for clients by understanding their needs and requirements thoroughly.
- Provide education and guidance on the ESMA Article 7 framework to client relationships.

Required Qualifications

- Experience in fixed income operations.
- Solid understanding of broader financial markets.
- Ability to work independently as a self-starter while also being an effective team player.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks diligently and efficiently.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

- Experience with leveraged loans is advantageous but not mandatory.
- Octus values growth-minded innovators and offers a supportive work environment aligned with core values such as being action-oriented, customer-focused, effective team players, and driven to excel.
- Employees benefit from competitive health plans, matched 401(k) and pension schemes, paid time off, generous parental leave, gym subsidies, educational reimbursements for career development, and recognition programs.

Octus is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. The company ensures fair treatment and equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. This commitment reflects Octus’s belief that diversity enriches the workplace and drives innovation and success.