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Chief Data Officer, Sustainalytics
Chief Data Officer, SustainalyticsMorningstar Credit Ratings, LLC • Chicago, IL, United States
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Chief Data Officer, Sustainalytics

Chief Data Officer, Sustainalytics

Morningstar Credit Ratings, LLC • Chicago, IL, United States
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  • Being the trusted, collaborative partner to Investment Managers
  • Offering differentiated and innovative solutions that support decision-critical use cases
  • Integrating directly into their workflows in a seamless, scalable mannerAs Sustainalytics Chief Data Officer you'll be the primary executive responsible for the strategic use of data across our organization – where data is a critical asset for our client’s decision-making. Reporting to the President of Morningstar Sustainalytics, the CDO plays a vital role within the senior leadership team and collaborates closely with Morningstar’s CXOs and the broader corporate executive leadership team. This position can be based in London, Chicago or New York City.
  • Primary Responsibilities :
  • Data Strategy and Governance
  • Define and implement a data strategy aligned with our business goals.
  • Establish data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, consistency, and security.
  • Oversee data policies, standards, and compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
  • Data Architecture and Infrastructure
  • Collaborate with technology and product teams to build scalable data platforms.
  • Ensure the entire organization has the right tools and infrastructure for data collection, transformation, storage, and processing.
  • Lead enterprise-wide programs in data deduplication, consolidation, and advanced analytics (e.g., machine learning, NLP).
  • Data Quality and Stewardship
  • Monitor and improve data accuracy, completeness, and reliability.
  • Promote data stewardship across departments to ensure accountability.
  • Analytics and Insights
  • Enable advanced analytics, AI, and machine learning initiatives with demonstrable ROI.
  • Work with business units to translate data into actionable insights.
  • Drive data democratization, making data accessible and usable across teams.
  • Risk Management and Compliance
  • Mitigate risks related to data privacy, security, and misuse.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
  • Culture and Change Management
  • Foster a data-driven culture across the organization.
  • Lead change management efforts to improve data literacy and adoption.
  • Collaboration and Leadership
  • Manage and develop a global team of approximately 500 data professionals in Romania and India.
  • Partner with other Sustainalytics and Morningstar leaders to align data initiatives.
  • Represent data interests in strategic planning and innovation.
  • Who You Are
  • Minimum of 15 years in strategy data management and operations leadership, with a proven track record in large-scale data strategy and execution.
  • Deep expertise in sustainability, mutual fund, equity, and fixed-income data and investment methodologies.
  • Strong communicator with the ability to influence, negotiate, and align stakeholders at all levels.
  • Extensive experience with data workflows including extraction, transformation, normalization, warehousing, and reporting.
  • Familiarity with Big Data technologies and client-facing data product development is a strong advantage.
  • Total Cash Compensation Range
  • (inclusive of base salary and bonus target, in Chicago) : $302,025-$543,650.
  • 75% 401k match up to 7%
  • Stock Ownership Potential
  • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
  • 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
  • Trust-Based Time Off
  • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
  • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
  • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Bonding Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
  • Annual Education Stipend
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • How to Apply for a Job at Morningstar
  • Step 1
  • When you find a position you're interested in, click the 'Apply' button. Please fill out this form completely, attaching your resume and cover letter in the approved format. Read the job requirements carefully and make sure to attach writing or design samples as required. Applicants must submit their resume and other information through our corporate website to be considered for a job at Morningstar. No phone calls, please.
  • Step 2
  • You will receive an email notification to confirm that we've received your application.
  • Step 3
  • If you are called in for an interview, a representative from Morningstar will contact you to set up a date, time, and location. Be prepared for a rigorous interview process. To make sure you're a good fit for Morningstar and we're a good fit for you, we'll schedule time for you to meet with multiple staff members at all levels of the company. Expect to return for multiple interviews as part of the process. A representative from Morningstar will contact you with the results of your interview—either with a job offer or to let you know our plans for the position.
  • Applicants With Disabilities Who Need Accommodation
  • Morningstar is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please call +1 312 384-3900 or email AskHR@morningstar.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.Please note :
  • We only accept calls from applicants who need accommodation related to a disability. Please, no calls with unrelated questions or requests.
  • Please be sure to include the title and location of the open position you’re interested in when you leave a message.
  • US Applicants : Morningstar is an E-Verify program participant.
  • Learn more : Morningstar is strongly committed to creating and preserving equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We make all employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and other personnel matters—without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, gender identity and expression, parental status, or other legally protected characteristics or conduct.
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