Custom Index

Job Description - Custom Index - Associate (2400010Z)
- Job Number: 2400010Z
Requisition Title : Custom Index - Associate

**Description**:

**Your team responsibilities**

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 line. In addition, be an active participant in the development and testing of MSCI new products.

**What we offer you**
- At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose - to power better investment decisions. You’ll 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.
- Wherever you are located you will find transparent compensation schemes and employee benefits that can help ensure your financial security and health. While they vary by different locations, we offer a broad range of benefits that are part of the value you receive as an MSCI employee.
- Our flexible ways of working will allow you to maximize your potential, and we will empower you with the trust, accountability, and advanced technology to perform at your very best.
- You’ll find a purposeful approach to wellbeing to provide you with all the resources you need to be your best at work and in your personal life. Our ‘Here For You’ Employee Assistance Program is available for our employees globally, providing confidential emotional support, financial and legal advice free of charge.

**Your key responsibilities**
- Work effectively with colleagues in IT, Product and Project Management, Market Data, Research, Sales/Coverage and the Client Service Organization among others.
- Create indices tailored to specific client needs.
- Implement index methodology changes as well as updates on custom indices which require input from clients or other 3rd parties.
- Respond to client queries in a timely and accurate manner.
- Monitor the volumes and the resolution time of requests to ensure the delivery within the official turnaround time.
- Pay special attention to urgent requests or major commercial opportunities and strive for quick and smooth resolution on those.
- Participate in client meetings related to index calculation methodologies or product related requests.

**Your skills and experience that will help you excel**
- 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

**How we’ll support you**
- Our culture of high performance and innovation relies on our people sharing their knowledge and lifting each other up. You’ll be surrounded by a collaborative, global network of talented colleagues who will support and inspire you to do the best work of your career.
- We believe new and challenging experiences drive personal growth and innovation. With the right challenges, encouragement, and development support you can shape your own career experience. Career paths are multi-directional, and we encourage and support internal mobility to help you identify new opportunities to progress and take control of your future.
- As a new joiner you’ll be enrolled on our Global Orientation interactive learning experience to set you up for success.
- At MSCI we act in ways that encourage respect for all voices, ensuring that everyone can be themselves and feel like they are a part of the company. We are intentional about ensuring that everyone is treated fairly and supported with equal opportunities to succeed.
- We have eight MSCI Employee Resource Groups: All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

**About MSCI**

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