Index Data Management SME Analyst

Job Position:
Index Data Management SME Analyst – Edinburgh, a permanent role within Aberdeen's Public Market Operations team.

Aberdeen’s Public Market Operations team powers investment management by delivering high‑quality operational and data services that underpin front‑office decision‑making, fund valuation and performance reporting.

As an Index Data Management SME Analyst you act as subject‑matter expert for benchmark and index data across Aberdeen, owning complex index‑related queries, supporting front‑office teams and ensuring benchmark data is accurate, timely and fit for purpose.

• Act as subject‑matter expert for index and benchmark data across the firm.
• Analyse, validate and resolve complex index data issues and valuation queries.
• Work closely with index vendors such as MSCI, FTSE, S&P and Fact Set to investigate data challenges.
• Support front‑office, performance and fund teams with benchmark‑related analysis.
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities within index data processes.

• Proven experience working with index or benchmark data within an asset‑management environment.
• Strong understanding of index construction, maintenance and blended benchmarks.
• Experience using vendor platforms such as Fact Set and working with downstream systems.
• Analytical mindset, confident to question data and challenge root causes.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships.

The role offers competitive remuneration, 40 days’ annual leave, a 16% employer pension contribution, discretionary performance‑based bonus (where applicable), private healthcare and flexible benefits such as gym discounts, season ticket loans and access to an employee discount portal.

Aberdeen is a Disability Confident and Committed employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and support reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.