Data Analyst - Private Markets

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

07

Job Title
Data Analyst – Private Markets
Department / Division
LP Operations | Private Markets Data Operations
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The Role
We are looking for a detail-oriented and career-minded Data Analyst to join our Private Markets Data Operations team in Malaysia. This role is ideal for early-career professionals who are eager to build deep expertise in Private Equity data, financial statements, and fund structures, while developing strong analytical and automation skills.
You will support the collection, analysis, validation, and maintenance of high-quality datasets sourced from Private Equity and alternative investment documents. Your work will directly contribute to the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of market-leading data used by global clients for decision-making and benchmarking.
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Key Responsibilities & Impact
•    Process and analyze financial documents received from General/Limited Partners, including capital calls, distributions, financial statements, and schedules of investments.
•    Access GP portals and repositories to download, categorize, and tag fund-related documents with accurate metadata.
•    Extract, standardize, and validate data from Private Equity documents such as Partners’ Capital Account statements, cash flow statements, and investment schedules.
•    Identify appropriate accounting breakouts and classify data items related to fund-level investments and portfolio companies.
•    Perform data quality checks, resolve exceptions raised through manual QC reviews and automated validation logs, and ensure adherence to defined data standards.
•    Conduct routine reporting and basic trend analysis to support internal analytics and operational insights.
•    Support data cleansing initiatives to improve accuracy and consistency across datasets.
•    Assist with process improvement, Lean initiatives, and automation efforts, including basic SQL-driven data tasks.
•    Maintain clear documentation of data collection and validation processes for auditability and future reference.
•    Collaborate with team members to deliver individual and team targets with a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
•    Participate in ad-hoc projects aligned to business expansion, data enhancement, or automation initiatives.
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Domain Knowledge & Skills
•    Basic understanding of Private Equity / Real Estate / Alternative Investment operations, including fund accounting and investor reporting concepts preferred.
•    General awareness of capital markets, alternative investments & Private Equity is preferred.
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Qualifications & Experience
•    Postgraduate degree in Finance, Data Analytics, or related field
(MBA (Finance), PGDM, or equivalent preferred).
•    0–1 year of experience in Fund Administration, Private Equity Operations, or Financial Data Processing.
•    Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
•    Certification and experience in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); basic knowledge of SQL, Python; familiarity with BI tools is an advantage.
•    Exposure to automation, Lean methodologies, or GenAI tools is a plus.
•    Good understanding of basic accounting principles (GAAP).
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
•    Ability to work effectively in a team environment under deadline pressure.
•    Willingness to work global shifts and extended hours during peak reporting periods.
•    Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn, ask questions, and continuously improve.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

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At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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