Market Data Analyst Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the market data analyst opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical recommendations and optimizes data access and retention providing oversight for activities related to data cleansing, quality, consolidation, and integration, using standard data modeling methodologies and processes.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Advanced user of collaboration tools (SharePoint ) and analytical tools (Excel, FITS or MDS databases, Powerpoint and Word)
• SQL, R, Python, C, Visual Basic, Perl, UNIX basic file administration
• Experience with market data management applications
• Solid Business knowledge as it relates to the Hedge Fund industry and Capital Markets (equities, fixed income, derivatives)
• Computer◦Excel – Intermediate to expert – Pivot tables, look-up tables, what if formulas, charting
• Analytical Skills – good understanding of markets, industry economic indicators
• Good knowledge of network infrastructure and protocol
• Learn MDS applications and develop needed skills to support MDS clients on all MDS

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the market data analyst position.

Previously, I was responsible for support and/or troubleshooting to local business Plan Owners and Coordinators in resolving systems access, data quality or security issues.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Proven knowledge of servers and backend testing
• Proven Experience working in a Linux and UNIX environment
• Proven Experience with Sybase and SQL
• Previous experience in diagnosing and resolving complex test environment configuration issues
• Proven Knowledge of scripting language – Shell, Perl, Python
• Knowledge of Equity markets – advantage
• Market Data knowledge within a sell side environment, ideally within a large corporate / investment bank
• Technical understanding of commercial bank and IT processes and systems, and how these relate to market data provision

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the market data analyst position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership on best practices on market data control, logging and audit trail capabilities within proprietary applications.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Assists the client community in the acquisition, training, and use of market data systems as necessary
• Participate in rotational on-call schedule involving MDS system support
• Provide support to other MDS members as needed to correct problems and complete projects
• Learn business side of Investments in order to proactively recommend new systems and effectively discuss use of current systems in business terms clients understand
• Solid directly related work experience in Information Technology and the Mutual Fund Industry
• General work experience in IT problem troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Able to work in stressful environment (trading desk)
• Native/Fluent German both spoken and written and fluent in English

In response to your job posting for market data analyst, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for monthly reporting - Generated the excel report with prior month data.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience with Microsoft Excel for business modelling
• Experience with Tableau, Oracle SQL
• Experience with DoD PPBE processes for any military branch
• Knowledge of Python and R for Statistical Computing
• Experience with satellite communications market
• Technology oriented with strong English oral and written communication skills
• Excellent quantitative/analytical and problem solving abilities
• Proven knowledge of quality assurance and software testing methodologies

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the market data analyst position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for accurate estimates of work efforts involved with analysis, design, development, validation and implementation of market data platforms.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• A thorough knowledge and understanding of market data real-time, snapshot and batch delivery services
• A thorough understanding of data structures, entitlements and the technical implementation of market data services
• Strong analytical skills - attention to detail and effective information collation/presentation
• Strong information management and manipulation skills - particularly in Excel (Pivot tables/data analysis )
• Programming-related knowledge and/or experience (VBA, SQL, Python, MATLAB, R etc)
• MBA /MA - an advantage
• Knowledge of Fixed Income products strongly preferred
• Proficiency in analysis (R, SAS, Matlab) packages, programming languages