Index Analyst

Index Calculation Services Data Operations Team part of FTSE Russell Operations will be accountable for constructing, managing, and supporting FR (Refinitiv) and tailored indices.

As an Index Analyst, you will be accountable for constructing, maintaining, and analyzing indices that serve as critical benchmarks for our customers. This Position requires a strong Analytical approach, attention to detail and Passion to learn.

Key Responsibilities:

As a member of the Index Calculation Team, Analyst will be accountable for the support/assisting of the periodic Index reviews and rebalances of the FR Proprietary, Custom calculated indices and Overlay indices.

Key areas of responsibility will include:

• Ensure errorless calculation of all the Indexes via the execution of all daily production procedures and controls while operating within accepted time limit.
• Perform routine quality assurance procedures, which include checking prices and supervising market activity to understand impact on our clients or Index calculations.
• Ensure timely delivery of all the Index Products to internal & external clients.
• Addressing client queries and collaborating with Client Service teams to assist in resolution of client queries.
• Addressing regular/routine operational issues promptly.
• Conduct day to day analysis of index change events that impact the performance of all Indexes.
• Research and validation of corporate actions impacting constituents of equity indices by seeking advice from Corporate Actions Team, filings, and exchange source.
• Rebalancing indices and attributing changes in composition of indices to informative causes based on changes in input data.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams, data providers, and technology professionals.
• Develop knowledge of index calculation methodologies & processes and maintain the index database in accordance with changes in Index constituents, coverage, or methodology.
• Call out to line manager any issues/concerns and report exceptions promptly.
• Support the Specialist/Development and Product Team carrying out user acceptance testing and supporting project work and providing documentation to the users.

Candidate profile / key skills

• 3 years of proven experience
• It is encouraged that with limited supervision the individual will deliver each of the key objectives of the role identified above, to the highest degree of accuracy.
• Flexible in working hours including working over Sunday and public holidays (If required).
• Ability to work under exacting time constraints, multi-task and prioritize feature work.
• Good interpersonal, communication,
• Working knowledge and understanding of global financial markets and products, incorporating indexes, is needed.

Type of Person

• Working in Night Shifts (21:00 to 06:00 HRS) Indian Standard Time.
• The ideal candidate for this role is highly analytical, diligent, and proactive.
• Adaptability, critical thinking, and a dedication to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy are relevant qualities for success in this role.
• Ability to multi-task and work on multiple systems simultaneously.
• Dynamic, hardworking, and adaptable to change.
• Logical and structured approach.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and motivational skills.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, securities, and index methodologies.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques. - Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Capable of Performing efficiently in fast paced environment and consistently meet objectives.
• Effective social skills, both written and verbal and presentation skills .
• Independent worker as well as encouraging teammate with strong sense of ownership

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.