Index manager (s&p global dow jones indices)
*the role*: index manager
*grade ( relevant for internal applicants only )*: 10
*the location*: mexico city
*the team*: the factor index group is responsible for complex index strategies, which include quality, enhanced value, momentum, low volatility, intrinsic value, multi-factor, multi
- asset, and other smart beta indices.
*work schedule (time shift)*: 9:30-5:30
*the impact*: the index manager is responsible for managing a wide range of s&p and dow jones branded global indices.
they will ensure that the indices are managed in accordance with their methodology, perform routine analysis and make presentations to the respective index committees on a periodic basis.
*what's in it for you*: an exciting new opportunity to join a leading index provider, build your skill set, and grow with the team.
as an index manager, you will be responsible for a group of indices, across global markets, within the rapidly growing factor and multi-asset index strategies.
the index manager must be able to analyze and implement complex index methodology and solve non-routine problems on an on-going basis.
as part of that responsibility, the index manager makes recommendations for changes in index membership and presents the changes to the index committee.
*responsibilities*:
calculate s&p and dow jones branded indices, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of real-time and end-of-day index data to clients and end users.
ensure corporate actions of constituents in each assigned index are correctly applied in spdji proprietary system according to index methodology and validate special treatment for index specific items.
perform analytical research on companies to determine the composition of assigned indices, interpreting complex index methodology and adjusting data in our calculation system, and adjusting the data to conform to the rules of the index.
perform index rebalances by interpreting index methodology, running models and research for adds/drops, implementing changes and communicating these appropriately to clients, all with a focus on quality and accuracy.
make presentations of original, non-routine analysis to the index committee in support of the indices which the index manager is responsible
take responsibility for the management of high-profile indices, acting as an industry expert and displaying in-depth knowledge of our product lines.
manage and maintain key relationships with other groups within the department and across other departments, particularly product management, client coverage, index services, and it support.
work in close coordination with the technology group and production support group to further enhance our system capabilities and troubleshoot production issues.
must be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
the projects involve; requirements gathering, analytical thinking, compilation of data, and documentation.
update index methodology on an as-needed basis in coordination with clients and other s&p staff and the index committee to ensure indices remain relevant and investible.
work with clients, r&d and index development teams to oversee the launch of new indices.
*what we're looking for*:
*basic qualifications*:
bachelor's degree
at least 2+ years of experience in equity analysis, research, data analysis, or related
a demonstrable understanding of global financial markets
must be able to work independently on multiple projects with mínimal direction or supervision.
must be able to demonstrate excellent analytical and quantitative capabilities to solve problems in a timely and insightful manner
ability to learn s&p's proprietary index calculation engines
excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to coordinate work done by multiple people and / or groups.
*preferred qualifications*:
cfa or advanced degree in business, math, economics, or finance preferred
strong technical skills with experience using python
professional experience in index management or a similar role.
experience with corporate action research, stock-screening, index rebalancing
experience navigating through company financial statements
understanding of how indices are used and the impact corporate events/rebalance changes have on both indices and financial portfolios.
multi-asset experience preferred.
knowledge of vendor terminals and vendors data and analytical platforms
knowledge of programming languages such as vba, sql, or matlab
*about company statement*:
s&p dow jones indices
at s&p dow jones indices, our role can be described in one word: essential.
we're the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the s&p 500® and the dow jones industrial average®.
more assets are invested in products based upon our indices than any other index provider in the world; with over 1,000,000 indices, s&p dow jones indices defines the