Job Description
About Rimes
Rimes provides enterprise data management solutions to the global investment community. Driven by our passion for solving the most complex data problems, we provide our clients with investment intelligence that powers more than US$75 trillion in assets under management annually. The world’s leading institutional investors, asset managers and service providers rely on Rimes to help them make better investment decisions using accurate information and industry-leading technology.
The Opportunity:
The Head of Enterprise Data Management - Manila is a critical leadership role responsible for driving operational excellence across high‑volume, time‑sensitive data and pipeline services. This leader will oversee multi-functional teams managing key datasets including ETFs, indices, pricing, security reference data, and managed data services ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and scalability of operations.
Acting as both a strategic thinker and a hands-on operator, the Head of Pipeline Operations will shape the long-term vision for Manila-based operational teams while maintaining exceptional intraday service levels. The role requires a leader who is technically strong, decisive, proactive, and highly collaborative, with the ability to align teams, streamline processes, and support organizational growth. This is a unique opportunity to influence global data operations, strengthen infrastructure, and enable the business to scale effectively.
Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership & Strategy
- Lead and scale multi-functional operations teams responsible for delivering high‑volume, intraday data services.
- Define and execute the operational strategy for pipeline, data, and workflow management to support long-term business growth.
- Maintain and strengthen operational excellence by designing robust processes, mitigating risks, and optimizing performance.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase automation, efficiency, and service quality.
Data & Process Oversight
- Oversee the management and quality of ETF, Indices, Pricing, Security Reference Data, and other core operational datasets.
- Ensure adherence to strict intraday SLAs and maintain accuracy and timeliness across all data delivery channels.
- Identify service weaknesses, operational gaps, and root causes of issues, and drive effective solutions with cross-functional partners.
- Collaborate with global data, technology, and product teams to ensure alignment on data priorities and workflows.
Team Leadership & People Management
- Provide strategic and hands-on leadership to large, diverse teams to drive engagement, performance, and operational stability.
- Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, and structured growth opportunities.
- Foster a resilient, adaptable, and high-performing team culture that thrives in fast-paced and evolving environments.
Stakeholder & Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Communicate clearly and effectively with internal stakeholders, clients, senior leadership, and partner teams across regions.
- Align cross-functional teams around shared operational goals and business priorities.
- Represent Manila operations in global forums, ensuring visibility and influence on enterprise-level initiatives.
Decision-Making & Issue Resolution
- Demonstrate strong technical and analytical capability to interpret complex datasets and operational processes.
- Make proactive, data-driven decisions to resolve high-impact issues and minimize operational risks.
- Plan to anticipate challenges, support scaling needs, and maintain operational stability and staff harmony.
Requirements:
- At least 5+ years in senior management roles from Fintech, Investment management or operational services.
- Proven track record in managing operational processes and leading multi-functional teams.
- Experience in overseeing data management, including ETF, Indices, operational data sets including Pricing, Security Reference Data, and managed Data Services
- Experience in handling intraday SLAs with high volumes
- Amenable to work on hybrid set up, EMEA Shift (2PM-11PM MNL Time)
What We Offer:
- Basic Salary, Nontaxable Rice and Transportation Allowance
- Performance Incentives
- 20 Days Annual Leave (Pro-rated)
- 2 Days Volunteer Day
- Employee Assistance Program: Mental Health Support
- Life Insurance and Optional Pension Plan: Upon regularization
- Family Benefits: Medical Reimbursement, Medical and Dental (HMO)
Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment
Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. We appreciate your understanding. Thank you for considering a career with us.
Rimes is committed to promote the values of diversity and inclusion throughout the business. Whether it’s through recruitment, retention, career progression or training and development, we are committed to improving opportunities for people regardless of their background or circumstances.
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