Real Time Index and Data Distribution Specialist

MSCI calculates over 200000 equity indexes on a daily basis using information of more than 25000 securities belonging to 85 countries worldwide. These indexes include both Real Time and End of Day indexes calculated throughout the trading day.

This is a position with the Index Product Operations team which is responsible for the daily monitoring production and distribution of both real time and end of day Indexes with teams currently based in Budapest Monterrey and Manila. This is a very critical and an extremely sensitive function and is tasked with maintaining close to 100% timeliness & quality for our Indexes that is covering 6 working days a week with 24 hours per day.

This is an associate position with the Index Product Operations team with initial job responsibilities being the execution of the day-to-day tasks as they relate to the calculation and dissemination of the MSCI equity and fixed income indexes. This role requires proactive monitoring of the Real Time/End of Day prices of securities and related market/company news & events ensuring timely delivery of both the real time and end of day indexes while maintaining the highest quality standards; addressing day to day operational issues in a timely manner; recommending procedural and technical enhancements as appropriate & involvement in business driven and infrastructure projects.

• Ensure accurate and timely calculation and delivery of all Indexes and related products by executing daily production procedures controls and quality assurance checks within strict deadlines.
• Monitor market activity analyze structural changes and assess impacts on Index calculations and client portfolios.
• Manage data processes including corporate actions exchange calendars prices and securities from various vendors
• Maintain and update the index database in line with changes in constituents coverage or methodology.
• Identifying and resolving production issues coordinating with stakeholders and contributing to root cause analysis and permanent remediation.
• Addressing client queries and collaborating with Client Service teams to assist in resolution of client queries.
• Liaise with data vendors and stock exchanges as needed
• Review and enhance procedures to improve efficiency scalability and support for existing products and new launches.
• Contribute to projects by developing or reviewing business specifications and performing testing for client or internal product requirements.

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Finance Economics or Mathematics
• 4 years of relevant experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to innovate beyond BAU operations.
• High attention to detail accountability and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior knowledge of spreadsheet tools
• Strong technical and operational mindset with preferred experience in automation (Python SQL or similar) workflow orchestration and cloud environments (AWS Azure Snowflake)
• Familiarity with AI/ML tools APIs and automation platforms and an interest in applying them to production workflows.
• Ability to multitask and work under pressure is a must
• Highly developed organizational and interpersonal skills
• Experience of working in a Global team environment is an advantage
• Demonstrated experience in incident/problem management
• Committed to a full-time onsite work arrangement
• Flexible in working hours including working over Sunday and public holidays

What we offer you

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits tailored to your location ensuring your financial security health and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements advanced technology and collaborative workspaces.

• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

• A global network of talented colleagues who inspire support and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey followed by access to our platform LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges internal mobility and expanded roles.

• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities Asian Support Network Black Leadership Network Climate Action Network Hola! MSCI Pride & Allies Women in Tech and Womens Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do and we are inspired by our purpose to power better investment decisions. Youll be part of an industry-leading network of creative curious and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself our clients and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research data and technology we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race color religion creed age sex gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin citizenship disability marital and civil partnership/union status pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave) veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process please email and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

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