Lead, Business & Product Analysis

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 12

The Index Engineering team is responsible for prototyping, building, and launching indices across various asset classes. The team is responsible for the full lifecycle of the index development process as well as interfacing with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure successful product delivery.

• This role provides an opportunity to understand and implement cutting‑edge index products.
• This role will offer the opportunity to connect with stakeholders from all aspects of SPDJI’s business and a direct connection to a wide variety of client and product types.
• This role allows you to work with a highly collaborative and creative global team of financial engineers for continuous learning and growth.

Index Engineering is a global team responsible for developing and launching indices at S&P Dow Jones Indices. This role encompasses the full lifecycle of index development and suits an individual who is highly analytical, creative, and possesses an attention to detail.

The key responsibilities include:

• Develop calculation prototypes and test cases for new indices.
• Perform test calculations and reconcile results with clients.
• Analyze, develop, and implement indices onto our strategic Python‑based platform.
• Create and review index methodologies.
• Understand industry regulation; provide compliance guidance to clients.
• Support the operation team in launching, ongoing delivery, and overall quality of service.

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $122,865 to $176,050. Final base salary will be based on geographic location, experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information, see

• Health & Wellness:
  Health care coverage designed for mind and body.
• Flexible downtime:
  Generous time off to keep you energized.
• Continuous learning:
  Access resources to grow your career and learn new skills.
• Invest in your future:
  Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company‑matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
• Family‑friendly perks:
  Benefits for partners and children, with best‑in‑class options.
• Beyond the basics:
  Retail discounts and referral incentive awards.

Basic

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in math, finance or another related quantitative discipline.
• Knowledge of fixed‑income and other asset classes, including equities, FX and commodities.
• Knowledge of index construction process and methodologies, including back‑testing and optimization.
• Experience with an asset‑management context is a big plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Advanced skills in Excel and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects with minimal direction.
• High attention to detail, focusing on project quality.
• Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities to solve original, non‑routine problems in a timely manner.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to coordinate with clients and colleagues globally.
• 6–8+ years of professional experience in indices or a similar role.

Additional

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strength in quantitative analysis, including optimization.
• Advanced technical ability with Python.

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

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.

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