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Business Manager (mfd), Index Management
Job Location:
Job Location:
Frankfurt am Main - Germany
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
26 August 2026 (10 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
23 November 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Company Description
Since its creation in 2007 in the financial city of Frankfurt am Main Solactive AG has grown to one of the key players in the indexing space. The German multi-asset index provider focuses on tailor-made indices offering to its clients a faster service with greater flexibility and at a reasonable cost. Solactive AG and its subsidiaries have become one of the fastest growing index providers over the past few years and support the leading investment banks and asset managers across the globe. We have gained global recognition for our role in the Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) industry where we rank among the top providers worldwide for underlying indices. We also excel in diverse areas such as Structured Products and investment mandates showcasing the wide range of our capabilities. The impact and value we bring to the market is palpable but also in the reputation we have proudly built by being close to our customers solidifying Solactive AG as a trusted and reliable ally in the ever-evolving global financial landscape.
Job Overview
As Business Manager you will work closely with the Head of Index Management to shape the strategy and development of the department responsible for the successful delivery and operation of Solactives global index business. You will lead cross-functional projects develop innovative solutions to complex business challenges and ensure the successful execution of key departmental priorities. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution while collaborating with stakeholders across the company.
Your Tasks
- Act as a trusted partner to the Head of Index Management on strategic organizational and operational topics.
- Drive strategic initiatives that shape the future of the Index Management department from concept development through execution.
- Independently manage cross-functional projects involving Product Technology Data Sales Compliance and other business functions.
- Coordinate departmental transformation initiatives ensuring alignment with the companys overall strategy.
- Prepare management presentations business cases analyses and decision papers for senior leadership.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes governance and organizational effectiveness across Index Management.
- Monitor strategic objectives and key initiatives proactively following up on milestones and ensuring successful delivery.
- Conduct market and industry research to support strategic decisions and identify emerging trends in indexing financial markets and technology.
- Organize workshops leadership meetings and cross-functional working groups while ensuring clear ownership and execution of agreed actions.
- Take ownership of ad hoc strategic topics and independently drive them to completion.
Your Profile
- University degree in Business Finance Economics Engineering or a comparable field.
- At least 10 years of professional experience in a relevant environment (e.g. financial services asset management consulting project management office or business management role).
- Strong interest in financial markets and index products; prior exposure to index/benchmarking topics is a plus.
- Proven experience in managing projects and strategic initiatives including structuring workstreams tracking progress and coordinating diverse stakeholders.
- Very strong analytical and conceptual skills with the ability to quickly understand complex topics and translate them into clear structures actions and recommendations.
- Excellent communication and social skills able to work effectively with senior stakeholders and crossfunctional teams in an international environment.
- High degree of ownership proactivity and curiosity: you like to run with topics independently bring ideas and see them through to implementation.
- Structured and reliable way of working with strong attention to detail and good prioritization skills in a fastpaced environment.
- Very good MS Office skills (especially PowerPoint and Excel); experience with project or collaboration tools (e.g. JIRA Confluence Smartsheet Asana) is an advantage.
Our Offer
- Global Team: Join our motivated international team at Solactive
- Modern Culture: Enjoy our modern flat hierarchy and startup-like culture
- Responsibility & Connections: Take over responsibility from day one and build relationships in- and outside of the company.
- Vacation: Enjoy 30 annual vacation days plus extra time off for Christmas Eve and New Year
- Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive compensation package
- Special Benefits: Job ticket and gym access access to Corporate Benefits modern office space with ergonomic set-up employee lounge and free beverages and fruits
Your Application
This role sounds like you Then we look forward to receiving your application. Please make sure to also upload your CV a cover letter is not compulsory. If you have any futher questions just drop us an email! Your contact person is
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Please Note
No artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the screening assessment or selection of candidates for this position.
Solactive does not charge candidates any fees at any stage of the recruitment process and will never request payment for CV enhancement interviews training equipment or other recruitment-related services. Please be cautious of fake profiles or fraudulent messages claiming to represent Solactive. If you are unsure whether a communication is legitimate contact us at.
Solactive does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies. Any cooperation request must be addressed directly to People & Culture. Costs related to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles will not be covered by Solactive.
You want to know more about life at Solactive Visit
Please Note
No artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the screening assessment or selection of candidates for this position.
Solactive does not charge candidates any fees at any stage of the recruitment process and will never request payment for CV enhancement interviews training equipment or other recruitment-related services. Please be cautious of fake profiles or fraudulent messages claiming to represent Solactive. If you are unsure whether a communication is legitimate contact us at.
Solactive does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruitment agencies. Any cooperation request must be addressed directly to People & Culture. Costs related to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles will not be covered by Solactive.
About us
Solactive AG is a FinTech company operating globally and growing at a fast pace headquartered in Frankfurt. Since 2007 we develop tailor-made and multi-asset class index solutions for ETFs and other index-linked investment products for the leading global investment banks and asset managers as our clients. Flexibility efficiency and providing the highest quality are at the heart and soul of our business philosophy. We are now hiring!
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Solactive AG is a FinTech company operating globally and growing at a fast pace, headquartered in Frankfurt. Since 2007, we develop tailor-made and multi-asset class index solutions for ETFs and other index-linked investment products for the leading global investment banks and asset m ... View more
