Equity Index Quant Research Analyst

Your Team Responsibilities

The MSCI Index Management Research (IMR) Team is a global client-centric research group that is responsible for the cross-asset ongoing maintenance and enhancement of MSCI index methodologies. This responsibility spans all MSCI Factor, Thematic, Cap-weighted and ESG Indexes primarily focused on equities. The team is present in multiple locations across key regions.

The IMR group performs index policy research, index methodology consultations, as well as market research in the context of MSCI's market classification review. The group is also responsible for the rebalancing of indices.

The group works closely with other groups within research (New Product Development, ESG) and 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.

Your Key Responsibilities

As an Analyst of Index Management Research you will play a key role in helping the team that manages the ongoing development and enhancement of ESG and Climate index methodologies and investment solutions across asset classes. You will work in a team that responds to a client base in your location related to ESG and equity index methodology topics. You will be responsible for all aspects of rebalancing the indices you own and in ensuring the accuracy of data we send to clients.

The Analyst of Index Management Research will also be involved in general Index Management Research responsibilities such as index policy research, assistance in new product development and helping in ad-hoc projects as needed.

Your Skills And Experience That Will Help You Excel

• 0-3 years direct or financial industry experience
• The candidate should have working knowledge around the fundamentals of equity index investing and construction
• Fundamental knowledge and familiarity around concepts of index maintenance and portfolio management/replication across asset classes if preferred
• Very good quantitative knowledge and analytical skills including Python.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and prioritise multiple deliverables

About MSCI
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 Women's Leadership Forum.

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.

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.

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