Senior Index Analyst

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 11

Role: Senior Index Manager, Private Markets and Equity Indices

Location: New York, NY

Team: The role is part of the Index Management and Production Group (“IMPG”) at S&P Global. The team produces and manages a wide range of indices covering global options, equities, futures, fixed income, commodity, digital assets, private markets and economics indices. This position focuses on Private Markets and Equity indices, ensuring their integrity and accuracy through thorough research and analysis.

Impact: As a Senior Index Manager specializing in Private Markets and Equity market, you will maintain and enhance the quality of S&P Dow Jones Indices (“S&P DJI”). Your expertise will be essential in researching corporate actions, new issuances, and implementing index changes. You will collaborate with internal teams to design and implement methodologies, ensure accuracy and integrity of index data, monitor market trends, and build awareness of Private Markets and Equity indices through analytical research.

• Opportunity to influence the development and maintenance of Private Markets and Equity indices.
• Work with a team of experts in Private Markets, Equities, and Index Management.
• Exposure to a broad range of securities and index concepts.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders and enhance your professional network.
• Contribute to the reputation and integrity of S&P DJI with a global mindset.

• Conduct thorough research on corporate actions, new issuances, and other market events impacting Private Markets and Equity securities.
• Understand and explain highly complex index methodologies to stakeholders.
• Provide detailed analysis of recommended index changes to the relevant index committee.
• Ensure all index changes are accurately reflected in the index methodology and communicated to stakeholders.
• Serve on index committees, providing governance for S&P DJI branded indices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess potential methodology changes, manage governance review, and implement changes seamlessly.
• Participate in development and launch of new indices, including methodology application, operational feasibility and system capabilities.
• Stay updated on market trends, regulatory changes, and other factors affecting the Private Markets and Equity markets.
• Provide subject matter expertise to internal and external stakeholders.

Base salary range: $100,909 – $130,000, adjusted for location, experience, skills, licenses and certifications. The role is eligible for an annual incentive plan and additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on benefits, please see the linked benefits summary.

• Health & Wellness:
  Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Flexible Downtime:
  Generous time off to keep you energized.
• Continuous Learning:
  Access to resources to grow your career and learn new skills.
• Invest in Your Future:
  Competitive pay, retirement planning, a company-matched student loan program, and financial wellness programs.
• Family Friendly Perks:
  Benefits for partners and children.
• Beyond the Basics:
  Retail discounts and referral incentive awards.

• Bachelor’s Degree in math, economics, finance, or related fields.
• At least 5 years of experience in Private Markets or Equity Indices, asset management, trade operations or related roles.
• Demonstrable understanding of global financial markets, especially Private Markets and Equity market dynamics, regulations, and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Python and process automation is a plus.
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects with a strong sense of initiative.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative capabilities with large data sets.
• Ability to learn S&P DJI’s proprietary index calculation platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to coordinate cross-functional work.

• Advanced degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or related field.
• Progress toward CF A or CIPM certification.
• Experience with index management or financial data services.
• Familiarity with S&P DJI’s index methodologies and processes.
• Experience collaborating with global teams and managing multiple projects.

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.