Job title: asset researcher
this role involves conducting comprehensive research on asset information, focusing on corporate actions such as dividends, stock splits, and identifier changes.
the candidate will be instrumental in data validation essential for index calculations, including price validation and corporate actions analysis, as well as meticulously researching shares and free float information.
a strong understanding of alternative assets, including cryptocurrencies and private markets, is imperative.
responsibilities & impact
* closely monitor and track corporate actions (i.e., splits, dividends, identifier changes, etc.). Monitor multiple news sources for new corporate action announcements and analyze how these actions will affect indices.
* research, input, interpret, and verify corporate actions for assigned markets, ensuring they are correctly applied in our systems in line with policies and procedures.
* research, analyze, and maintain company share and free float information on a regular basis.
* present analysis to the team on proposed corporate action treatments.
* provide backup functions for team members for daily production workflows.
price validation and quality control
* validate system-captured prices for hundreds of assets. Review asset pricing against multiple sources and resolve discrepancies to meet slas.
* propose ways to improve and streamline processes.
* help plan, assess, and implement workflow changes, and participate in quality assurance processes.
technology
* create and support automation tools and processes used by the team.
* become a subject matter expert on technology systems used to maintain indices. Demonstrate an ability to learn and adapt to innovative technologies and platforms.
* help assess enhancements to our systems and processes.
customer focus and communication responsibilities
* maintain customer focus by considering the client impact of changes to indices and communicate changes to other impacted teams in a clear and timely manner.
* provide timely, complete, and accurate responses to client inquiries, collaborating with the client experience team as appropriate.
requirements
* bachelor's degree in a finance-related subject.
* fluency in english, both written and spoken, is required.
* good understanding of financial markets.
* must be able to work independently.
* must demonstrate strong analytical and quantitative capabilities.
* excellent computer skills in microsoft excel, word, and related applications.
* programming skills and experience, preferably in python, vba, and sql.
* proficient in interpreting and analyzing corporate filings and related documents.
about our index solutions
we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum.
by bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction.
we're the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators.
our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance.