Associate Data Leader – Australia & New ZealandThe Group: Morningstar's Data group provides data and analytics on hundreds of thousands of investment offerings, including stocks, mutual funds, and similar vehicles, along with real-time global market data on millions of equities, indexes, futures, options, commodities, and precious metals, in addition to foreign exchange and treasury markets.
Morningstar is one of the largest independent sources of fund, equity, and credit data and research in the world, and our advocacy for investors' interests is the foundation of our company.The Role:We seek an enthusiastic, results-driven Associate Data Leader based in Sydney.
Reporting to the Director, Data Consultants – APAC, you will manage a team of Data Consultants to further develop robust relationships with data providers (asset managers, third parties, custodians, administrators).
Morningstar's managed investment database, comprising data and analytics for 700k+ global mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, closed‐end funds, model portfolios, and separately managed accounts, is the foundation for Morningstar's global research and products.
This position is an integral part of the Managed Investment Data leadership team.
You will operate as a data leader ensuring the successful onboarding of recent and complex data sets as well as contribute to our strategic business initiatives.
You will continuously develop our people to drive the growth of our talent, content, and operational productivity.Manage a team of Data Consultants by establishing their objectives and goals, providing regular feedback, and developing their knowledge and skillsManage relationships with key asset managers, superannuation and Model/SMA providers and platforms.




Visit data providers to establish acquisition channels and act as a point of escalation when those channels fail.Partner with and guide Business Development, Product, Sales, and Marketing by providing data expertise and the voice of Managed Investment DataMonitor competitor behaviour, trends, and services to ensure Morningstar is well placed to act on any opportunities that may ariseCollaborate with a global team of operational leaders, subject matter experts, and business leaders to ensure alignment and support our key initiativesAct as a unifier who brings together Australia & New Zealand stakeholders and team members with disparate viewpointsEvangelize Managed Investment Data both internally and externallyGuide team members to develop competencies, identify training opportunities, and actively communicate with the team to support talent developmentContribute to an organised, motivating, and collaborative team environmentRequirements:Preferably, experience successfully leading a multi-location teamThought leadership in leading the transformation of business operations and workforceStrong financial knowledge and a solid understanding of the asset management industry and competitive landscapeDemonstrated ability to foster successful external relationships with asset managers,



regulator and third‐party data providersStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to build collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across regions and functional teamsProven ability to take a client‐centric approachA bachelor's degree or equivalent is requiredMinimum of 7 years' experienceExpertise in Morningstar data, methodology, quality, and processesMust have unlimited working rights in Australia- this role is not open to candidates on student visas with an expiry date.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.704_MstarAusAsiaPtyL Morningstar Australasia Pty Limited Legal EntityMorningstar is a global independent investment research and financial data company.
Here, you'll help uncover what's hidden, simplify what's complex, and create insights that empower investor success.Company overviewMorningstar Development ProgramMorningstar is strongly committed to creating and preserving equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.
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📌 Associate Data Leader - Australia/Nz (New South Wales)
🏢 Morningstar Credit Ratings
📍 New South Wales