Description
The Index Calculation and Distribution Team within the Global Index Management & Production Group (IMPG) is looking for an Associate ICAD Specialist to support the day-to-day maintenance of a wide range of S&P Dow Jones (S&P DJI) branded equity indices.
The Associate ICAD Specialist will focus on supporting the day-to-day calculation and production of a vast range of equity indices tracked by numerous listed products. The role involves solving non-routine problems in a timely manner, running various Quality Assurance (QA) validations for Global indices, monitoring real-time index calculation and distribution channels, and producing end-of-day index values.
Responsibilities:
- Calculate S&P DJI branded indices daily, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of real-time and end-of-day index data to clients and end users.
- Run QA validations to ensure accuracy and integrity of index values distributed to clients.
- Monitor real-time calculation and distribution of global indices, investigating system alerts, price movements and index value changes.
- Monitor various underlying component indices used in multi-asset methodologies for any updated values and recalculate where necessary.
- Work in close coordination with technology and production support groups to further automate system capabilities and troubleshoot production issues.
- Manage and maintain key relationships with other groups within the department and across other departments.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business, Mathematics, Economics, IT, or Finance preferred.
- Strong understanding of financial markets, asset classes and company fundamentals.
- Excellent analytical and quantitative capabilities to solve original problems.
- Ability to understand complex spreadsheet models and calculation algorithms.
- Strong working knowledge of analytical applications such as Microsoft Excel, and various data vendor tools.
- Experience with Python, SQL, and VBA would be beneficial.
- Ability to learn quickly, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Benefits:
- Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
- Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized.
- Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career.
- Invest in Your Future: Competitive pay, retirement planning, and financial wellness programs.
- Family Friendly Perks: Benefits for partners and little ones.
- Beyond the Basics: Retail discounts and referral incentive awards.