Head of Indexing Research jobs in United States
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Vanguard · 1 day ago

Head of Indexing Research

positionGreater Philadelphia
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive
date10+ years exp

Vanguard is seeking a Head of Indexing Research who will lead a team focusing on index investing and its characteristics to enhance investment success for clients. The role involves driving research, mentoring a team, and representing the firm at high-profile events while shaping discussions on market trends and portfolio construction.

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Responsibilities

Develop and lead a strategic research agenda focused on indexing and broader investment strategy topics, in collaboration with senior stakeholders across government relations, PR/marketing/sales, and investment management
Serve as an internal and external authority on index investing and prepare relevant written material and analyses. Drive research projects that boost Vanguard's role as an investment leader in the industry
Hire, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of investment researchers that develop, organize, and perform complex quantitative and qualitative analysis
Oversee full-stack research execution, including ideation, quantitative and qualitative analysis, publication development, stakeholder engagement, and public ambassadorship
Represent Vanguard as an external authority on portfolio construction and investment advice in senior public-speaking forums with clients, regulators, policymakers, and the broader asset management community
Drive the ongoing review and enhancement of Vanguard’s investment methodology, including detailed audits and empirical recommendations based on market conditions
Serve on divisional and corporate teams, providing mentorship and strategic input across the organization

Qualification

Index investing researchPublic speakingLeadership experienceEconometricsFinance researchPhDEquivalentCFATeam management

Required

Ten years of related work experience
Leadership experience required
Dynamic public speaker with experience engaging audiences of various sizes across diverse venues, including conferences, workshops, and large-scale industry events
Undergraduate degree in finance, statistics or equivalent combination of training and experience required
Graduate degree required

Preferred

Five years econometrics and finance research experience preferred
Supervisory experience preferred
PhD or PhD-level equivalent experience preferred
CFA preferred

Company

Vanguard

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Check is a client-owned investment company that offers low-cost mutual funds, ETFs, advice, and related services.
dateFounded in 1975
location
Kelayres, Pennsylvania, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://investor.vanguard.com/corporate-portal

H1B Sponsorship

Vanguard has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
Key Investors
ic@3401
2017-03-31Non Equity Assistance

Leadership Team

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Salim Ramji
Chief Executive Officer
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Andrew Maack
Principal, Head of US Equity Index Portfolio Management
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