Index Calculation and Distribution Specialist

S&P Global Dow Jones Indices The Role: Index Calculation and Distribution Specialist The Team: The Index Calculation and Distribution Team within the Global Index Management & Production Group (IMPG). The Impact: The team is looking for an Associate ICAD Specialist to support the Index Management & Production Group (IMPG) in the Asia and EMEA regions. The ICAD Team performs a crucial operational function within IMPG and is ultimately responsible for supporting the day-to-day maintenance of a wide range of S&P Dow Jones (S&P DJI) branded equity indices, with a particular focus on daily operational processes and validations. What is in it for you? As an Associate ICAD Specialist, your work will focus on supporting the day-to-day calculation and production of a vast range of equity indices tracked by numerous listed products. The Associate ICAD Specialist must be able to solve non-routine problems on an on-going basis in a timely manner. They will be responsible for running various Quality Assurance (QA) validations for Global indices, monitoring real time index calculation and distribution channels, as well as the timely production of end-of-day index values for both spreadsheet based and system-calculated indices, and their dissemination to clients. Responsibilities: Calculate S&P DJI branded indices on a daily basis, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of real-time and end-of-day index data to clients and end user Run QA validations to the ensure accuracy and integrity of the index values distributed to clients Monitor real-time calculation and distribution of global indices, investigating system alerts, price movements and index value changes where appropriate and resolving in a timely manner Monitor various underlying component indices used in multi-asset methodologies for any updated values and recalculate where necessary, escalating to the respective Index Committee where dictated by S&P DJI policy Work in close coordination with the technology and production support groups in order to further automate, enhance our system capabilities and troubleshoot production issues Manage and maintain key relationships with other groups within the department and across other departments, particularly Client Coverage, Index Services and IT Support What we are looking for: Bachelors degree or equivalent in Business, Mathematics, Economics, IT, or Finance preferred. Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in a financial services or analytics role (at an index provider would be beneficial). Strong understanding of financial markets, asset classes and company fundamentals. Must be able to demonstrate excellent analytical and quantitative capabilities to solve original, non-routine problems in a timely and insightful manner. Must be able to understand complex spreadsheet models and calculation algorithms. Strong working knowledge of analytical applications such as Excel and Access, and various data vendor tools including Reuters, FactSet and Wind would be a plus. Experience with Python and VBA would be beneficial, preferably coding/automating spreadsheet calculation models Excellent written and verbal communication skills Flexible Working (optional) We pride ourselves on our agility and diversity, and we welcome requests to work flexibly. For most roles, flexible hours and/or an element of remote working are usually possible. Please talk to us at interview about the type of arrangement that is best for you. We will always try to be adaptable wherever we can. Return to Work Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative (link to career site page when available), we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace. Grade/Level : 09 The Location : Mumbai, India 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 way people measure and trade the markets. We provide essential intelligence that helps investors identify and capitalize on global opportunities. S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI), which provides essential intelligence for individuals, companies and governments to make decisions with confidence. For more information, visit www.spdji.com. ----------------------------------------------------------- Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [email protected] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law. ----------------------------------------------------------- 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), OPRTON202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group) Job ID: 275182 Posted On: 2022-08-05 Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India