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S&P Global · 3 months ago

Associate Director - Index Calculation & Distribution, Fixed Income Indices

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$93K/yr - $133K/yr

5+ years exp

S&P Global is a leading provider of credit ratings and analytics, and they are seeking an Associate Director for their Fixed Income Index Calculation and Distribution Team. The role involves managing a team of analysts to ensure the accuracy and integrity of fixed income indices, overseeing calculations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational processes.

AnalyticsBusiness IntelligenceCreditEnterprise SoftwareFinanceFinancial ServicesInformation ServicesMarket Research

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead a team of analysts responsible for the validation of inputs used for index calculation to ensure data integrity, including corporate action analysis, price validation and market data assessment

Perform quality assurance validations to ensure accuracy and integrity of the index values to be distributed to clients

Oversee and optimize daily operating processes for global indices, proactively investigating system alerts and coordinate with the technology team to resolve issues efficiently

Manage product delivery ensuring timely dissemination of intraday and end-of-day index data to clients and end users

Collaborate with the technology development team to drive automation and enhance our system capabilities

Cultivate and maintain key relationships with other groups within the department and across other departments, particularly Product Management, Client Coverage, Index Services and Technology Teams

Lead the integration of new products into the daily operations cycle

Lead and mentor a diverse team of analysts located across different geographical locations in the Americas, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment

Qualification

Fixed Income IndicesFinancial Markets KnowledgeTeam ManagementMicrosoft ExcelAnalytical SkillsSQLPythonCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business, Mathematics, Economics, IT Finance disciplines

Minimum of 5 years of professional experience working in a financial services or analytics role, with a preference for experience working within the fixed income domain

In-depth understanding of financial markets, asset classes and company fundamentals

Candidates will have demonstrated experience in managing a team of analysts and a track record of motivating and developing team members effectively

Proficient in Microsoft products, particularly excel, with advanced analytical capabilities

Strong Analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills

Must be able to demonstrate excellent analytical and quantitative capabilities to address complex, non-routine problems in a timely and insightful manner

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively

Preferred

Experience in databases (SQL) as well as programming languages such as Python and VBA would be beneficial

Benefits

Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.