Associate, Custom Index

MSCI calculates over 150000 equity indices on a daily basis using information for more than 25000 securities belonging to 75 countries worldwide. These indices include approximately 9000 real time regional country sector industry and industry group indices calculated throughout the trading day and about 5500 custom indices.

MSCI custom indices leverage MSCIs robust standard methodologies to be the building block for customized solutions to MSCI clients investment needs.

The job responsibilities will involve the day-to-day operations of the Mumbai Custom Index team focusing on key deliverables as it relates to the Custom Index operations MSCI Index History product and technical documentation of MSCI Index products in general. The operations responsibilities involve the understanding of the investment solution being provided to the client via a customized index setting up the index calculate it as well as work cross functionally with other colleagues in sales research product management and IT to ensure all paperwork and deliverables are in addition be an active participant in the development and testing of MSCI new products.

The role requires a proactive mindset toward leveraging AI tools in day-to-day work by identifying opportunities to automate repetitive operational tasks improve accuracy and speed of index setup and documentation workflows and contribute to the teams broader efforts to drive AI-aided efficiencies.

1. Work effectively with colleagues in IT Product and Project Management Market Data Research Sales/Coverage and the Client Service Organization among others.
2. Create indices tailored to specific client needs.
3. Understand index calculation methodologies and its applications on the index construction process.
4. Implement index methodology changes as well as updates on custom indices which require input from clients or other 3rd parties.
5. Respond to client queries in a timely and accurate manner.
6. Monitor the volumes and the resolution time of requests to ensure the delivery within the official turnaround time.
7. Pay special attention to urgent requests or major commercial opportunities and strive for quick and smooth resolution on those.
8. Participate in client meetings related to index calculation methodologies or product related requests.
9. Leveraging AI tools in day-to-day work to identify opportunities to automate operational

Required Qualifications & Skills

• University Degree with keen interest in Finance Economics Econometrics Statistics or Mathematics
• At least 4 years of relevant experience
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills ability to break down complex issues into smaller manageable parts
• Excellent knowledge of English both written and spoken
• Superior knowledge of spreadsheet tools
• Highly developed organizational and interpersonal skills
• Flexible in working hours

Desired Skills

• Professional experience should preferably be from the financial industry
• SQL or LINUX experience
• Exposure to AI tools and prompt engineering

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.

MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data analytics and indexes supported by advanced technology set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners private-market sponsors and investors hedge funds wealth managers banks insurers and corporates.

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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