The Role:
Morningstar Managed Investment Data is looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our MID North America regional team as a Data Research Analyst to focus on data collection, and database quality improvement. This analyst will collaborate closely with colleagues from different teams and locations while participating projects to strengthen our database quality from market and investment angles. This position will report to the manager of North America Regional Operations Team and will be required to be in office four days a week.
The Responsibilities:
- Perform fund data acquisition, data collection, data audit to ensure data and methodologies are in place to meet product requirements.
- Collaborate with internal colleagues and external contacts to correct and resolve data issues effectively.
- Communicate data requests to data providers, including all necessary data templates and submission instructions and answering any questions.
- Analyze and identify data opportunities through issues and queries.
- Review procedures and work with development team to create analytical tools to streamline the data collection and quality assurance processes.
- Execute project actions to improve work efficiency, data quality and client experience.
Requirements:
- Passion for investing and investment data
- Minimum two years of work experience (full time or internship) in the financial service industry
- Quick learner and flexible to adapt new things and work with multiple tasks.
- Strong willingness and ability to collaborate with global teams.
- Proactive problem-solving skills and excellent executive ability.
- Good client-centric mindset, self-learning ability, and time-management skills.
- Ability to fluently write to and speak with clients in English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SQL
- A bachelor’s degree
This role does not qualify for immigration sponsorship. Morningstar will not be considering candidates that require immigration sponsorship now or in the future.
Compensation and Benefits
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That’s why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
Financial Health
100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
Stock Ownership Potential
Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
Physical Health
Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
Emotional Health
Trust-Based Time Off
6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance
Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
Tuition Reimbursement
Social Health
Charitable Matching Gifts program
Dollars for Doers volunteer program
Paid volunteering days
15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups
Total Cash Compensation Range
$59,900.00-87,850.00Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
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.
001_MstarInc Morningstar Inc. Legal EntitySkills Required
- Minimum two years of full-time or internship work experience in the financial services industry
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Proficiency in SQL
- Bachelor's degree
- Fluent written and spoken English for client communication
- Ability to collaborate with global teams
- Problem-solving, adaptability, multitasking, self-learning, and time-management skills
- Client-centric mindset and strong execution ability
- Passion for investing and investment data
Morningstar Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — A recurring paid sabbatical every four years and flexible time off in North America provide substantial time away from work. A global minimum of six weeks’ paid caregiving leave further extends coverage for personal and family needs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave sets a stated global minimum of 16 weeks for primary caregivers and up to eight weeks for secondary caregivers, with adoption assistance reimbursing eligible expenses. These policies are positioned as global standards that complement broader leave programs.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employees can convert a portion of bonuses or commissions into RSUs with an additional company match on the converted amount. Impact RSU awards in some cases add further upside tied to strong performance.
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