About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

Analyst, Global R&D (Crypto/DeFi)

Work with other senior analysts within Research and Design to design new S&P Dow Jones Indices across asset classes (with specialism towards cryptocurrencies, digital assets, tokenization and decentralized finance). Experience in index construction techniques and financial theories is desired in delivering innovative index solutions and analysis to clients.

A high level of numeracy, expertise in programming, and the ability to handle large data sets will be critical to the role. Effective communication of the work and its conclusions is also essential.

The role would benefit from someone with an awareness of topical market trends (both DeFi and TradFi) and a desire to translate investment objectives into systematic and actionable index strategies. The role will encompass all elements of the index design lifecycle; including background research, client-engagement, data gathering, back-testing and finalizing index methodologies.

The role may also require contribution on our thought leadership program by contributing to presentations and research and product papers. Finally, the role may also involve support in the construction of new platforms, data onboarding and processes to enable a more effective and efficient environment for the team.

Accountabilities:

• Support in the research and design of new indices
• Provide expertise related to cryptocurrencies, digital assets, tokenization and DeFi during product design phase and vendor data onboarding
• Access, clean and transform complex datasets
• Build a comprehensive understanding of the process behind and availability of data from our providers
• Back-test the performance of index concepts to assess fulfilment of investment objectives
• Utilize programming skills in a proficient manner to:
  • ensure robust and efficient index design
  • build internal platforms and tools to improve capabilities and resolve repeatable processes
• Write finalized index methodology documents for external use 
• Prepare and update presentation slides for internal and external events

Other Responsibilities:

• Work within Global Research and Design and other departments to manage projects that will facilitate the design of new indices.
• Must be able to manage multiple projects and deadlines. 
• Must be able to clearly communicate to a number of internal and external stakeholders.

Hiring Manager Quote:

This role provides a wonderful opportunity to develop and enhance upon the foundations of fund management. The ideal candidate must be highly numerate, computer literate, thoughtful, curious, and will have remarkable enthusiasm and drive to learn. Moreover, the candidate must enjoy working collaboratively.

Furthermore, given how complex and dynamic the industry is becoming the candidate will gain exposure to alternative data sets, sophisticated portfolio construction techniques, and a broad and robust range of quantitative methods in finance.

Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $ 100,909 to $130,000 Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click here.

Required Skills:

• Demonstrate an appreciation of asset classes and financial theories that underpin portfolio & index construction.
• Professional background connected with investments in digital assets (currencies, tokens) and/or blockchain technology preferred
• Masters Degree. Advanced degree in computer science, math, engineering, economics, or finance strongly preferred.
• Commitment to studying the CFA
• Knowledge of Python strongly preferred.
• Must be able to work independently and in collaboration with other team members multiple projects.
• Must be able to demonstrate excellent analytical and quantitative capabilities to solve original, non-routine problems in a timely and insightful manner.

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