Data Operations Associate
Cambridge Associates
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Arlington, VA
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Posted April 3, 2026
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- Oversee investment data processing for a designated group of external investment managers within both traditional and alternative asset classes.
- This encompasses data and document collection, data entry, quality checks, analysis, and reconciliation.
- Act as the primary investment data contact for assigned external investment managers, addressing all data processing needs on behalf of internal groups and external data contacts.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders, handling time-sensitive inquiries related to the covered universe, including investigating data discrepancies/gaps, and answering questions about investment data processes and policies.
- Provide dedicated quality control support for all tasks performed by team members across the broader team.
- Audit investment manager data in proprietary databases, including historical data reconciliation and conducting ad hoc reviews.
- Independently support the firm’s financial services/compliance requirements, including (but not limited to) actions in accordance with NDAs, collection of annual regulatory filings, and error resolution.
- Participate in application and new functionality testing on behalf of the broader department to ensure effective implementation.
- Identify inefficiencies in the current operations model and take a leadership role in collaborating with team members to implement process improvements.
Commitments
Operations Associate and Senior Operations Associates are expected to cultivate specialized domain knowledge and work independently, with the capability to self-direct to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly operational goals.
An interest in finance and desire to learn more about the operational side of investments industry
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- The ability to operate in a highly-productive, customer service-oriented environment
- A keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Effective written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate with internal parties at all levels
- The ability to work both independently and collectively to ensure the overall success of the team
- Prior experience working in an offshore staff augmentation model a plus
- An interest in finance and desire to learn more about the operational side of investments industry
- Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel (high proficiency)
Preferred Skills
- Prior experience working in an offshore staff augmentation model a plus
- An interest in finance and desire to learn more about the operational side of investments industry
Education
- (Not required) – Bachelor’s degree (any major) and 2-3 years of related internship and work experience (finance degrees a plus)
Firm Overview: Cambridge Associates (“CA”) is a leading global investment firm. CA’s goal is to help endowments & foundations, pension plans, and ultra-high net worth private clients implement and manage custom investment portfolios that generate outperformance so that they can maximize their impact on the world. Cambridge Associates delivers a range of services, including outsourced CIO, non-discretionary portfolio management, and investment consulting. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, CA has offices in key markets in North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. Our worldwide teams ensure our clients benefit from decades of global presence, local expertise, and relationships with the top global investment managers across the world. For more information, please visit www.cambridgeassociates.com. Job Description Summary: Associate, Client Data within the Client Data Team are responsible for the client data aspect of the investment data management process for an assigned set of external investment manager relationships. The data management process includes coordination with multiple internal teams, data processing, investment manager profile administration, audit and due diligence support, quality control, and data reconciliation. The position is operations focused and supports numerous internal stakeholder groups and internal and external CA applications. Operations Associate and Senior Operations Associates are expected to cultivate specialized domain knowledge and work independently, with the capability to self-direct to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly operational goals. Additionally, Operations Associates are anticipated to mentor Analyst team members and lead by example. Job Description: Key Responsibilities:
Oversee investment data processing for a designated group of external investment managers within both traditional and alternative asset classes. This encompasses data and document collection, data entry, quality checks, analysis, and reconciliation.
Act as the primary investment data contact for assigned external investment managers, addressing all data processing needs on behalf of internal groups and external data contacts.
Serve as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders, handling time-sensitive inquiries related to the covered universe, including investigating data discrepancies/gaps, and answering questions about investment data processes and policies.
Provide dedicated quality control support for all tasks performed by team members across the broader team.
Audit investment manager data in proprietary databases, including historical data reconciliation and conducting ad hoc reviews.
Independently support the firm’s financial services/compliance requirements, including (but not limited to) actions in accordance with NDAs, collection of annual regulatory filings, and error resolution.
Participate in application and new functionality testing on behalf of the broader department to ensure effective implementation.
Identify inefficiencies in the current operations model and take a leadership role in collaborating with team members to implement process improvements. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (any major) and 2-3 years of related internship and work experience (finance degrees a plus)
The ability to operate in a highly-productive, customer service-oriented environment
A keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Effective written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate with internal parties at all levels
The ability to work both independently and collectively to ensure the overall success of the team
Prior experience working in an offshore staff augmentation model a plus
An interest in finance and desire to learn more about the operational side of investments industry
Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel (high proficiency)
Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or restriction now and in the future Base salary range for this role: Pay Range Minimum: 55000 Pay Range Maximum: 71500 In addition to the listed salary range, this position is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package. Actual placement within the stated salary range will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity. The firm is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. It is expected that all employees will follow a similar policy toward their co-workers.
Oversee investment data processing for a designated group of external investment managers within both traditional and alternative asset classes. This encompasses data and document collection, data entry, quality checks, analysis, and reconciliation.
Act as the primary investment data contact for assigned external investment managers, addressing all data processing needs on behalf of internal groups and external data contacts.
Serve as a subject matter expert for internal stakeholders, handling time-sensitive inquiries related to the covered universe, including investigating data discrepancies/gaps, and answering questions about investment data processes and policies.
Provide dedicated quality control support for all tasks performed by team members across the broader team.
Audit investment manager data in proprietary databases, including historical data reconciliation and conducting ad hoc reviews.
Independently support the firm’s financial services/compliance requirements, including (but not limited to) actions in accordance with NDAs, collection of annual regulatory filings, and error resolution.
Participate in application and new functionality testing on behalf of the broader department to ensure effective implementation.
Identify inefficiencies in the current operations model and take a leadership role in collaborating with team members to implement process improvements. Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree (any major) and 2-3 years of related internship and work experience (finance degrees a plus)
The ability to operate in a highly-productive, customer service-oriented environment
A keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
Effective written and oral communication skills and ability to communicate with internal parties at all levels
The ability to work both independently and collectively to ensure the overall success of the team
Prior experience working in an offshore staff augmentation model a plus
An interest in finance and desire to learn more about the operational side of investments industry
Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel (high proficiency)
Eligibility to work in the U.S. without sponsorship or restriction now and in the future Base salary range for this role: Pay Range Minimum: 55000 Pay Range Maximum: 71500 In addition to the listed salary range, this position is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package. Actual placement within the stated salary range will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity. The firm is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. It is expected that all employees will follow a similar policy toward their co-workers.