Senior Market Cap Expansion Index Researcher

The MSCI Index Management Research (IMR) Team is a global client-centric research group that has full research ownership of all MSCI equity and multi-asset allocation indexes along with related frameworks in production throughout their lifecycle whether flagship MSCI index products or client customized index solutions. This responsibility spans all factor thematic cap-weighted and sustainability & climate Indexes. The team is present in multiple locations across key regions.

The IMR group performs index policy research index methodology consultations and is responsible for the oversight and insight into the rebalancing of MSCI indexes.
The group works closely with other groups within research (new index product development research sustainability & climate research factor research) as well as across the firm (data technology product coverage) to implement the IMR agenda and benefits from the substantial resources and expertise across the global MSCI organization.

As the scope of our foundational market-cap indexes now extends well beyond ACWI IMI and amid heightened geopolitical volatility and market concentration with increasing demand for cap-weighted strategies these indexes require greater dedicated this context you will play a senior role in the stewardship enhancement and strategic evolution of MSCIs foundational market capitalization-weighted index families.

Provide strategic direction and oversight on the management enhancement and evolution of MSCIs expanding market-cap index families ensuring they remain robust investable scalable and aligned with client needs and regulatory expectations.

Ensure deep understanding and rigorous application of expanding market-cap index methodologies including consistent implementation of eligibility rules free float adjustments investability screens and market classification frameworks while incorporating relevant internal and external datasets where appropriate.

Take end-to-end responsibility for governance and quality oversight across the lifecycle of these methodologies ensuring the highest standards of accuracy transparency and operational robustness in line with MSCIs index governance framework and regulatory obligations including oversight of rebalances and error mitigation.

Lead periodic strategic reviews and enhancements of expanding market-cap methodologies to maintain their global relevance strengthen product-market fit and address evolving market structure dynamics such as concentration risk liquidity shifts and geopolitical fragmentation.

Partner closely with technology research and platform teams to improve scalability automation and resilience of core index processes contributing to platform enhancements that support efficient development and maintenance of MSCIs foundational index ecosystem.

Excellent analytical and quantitative skills with extensive experience in data analysis and quantitative models
Very strong understanding of institutional investing processes including portfolio construction portfolio management and risk management
Deep expertise in index investing particularly market capitalization-weighted benchmarks
Strong knowledge of global equity market structure investability considerations and index governance frameworks
Ability to address complex methodological questions with pragmatic rigorous and scalable solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain methodological concepts clearly and tell a compelling story
Strong presentation skills both spoken and visual
High motivation for joining a dedicated technically sophisticated and globally distributed team
10 years of full-time professional experience in index research strategy trading and/or portfolio management
Experience with other Asset Class and Structured Products would be an added value

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 AI Learning Center 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 vision to power better 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.

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