Associate Index Calculation And Distribution Specialist

About the RoleGrade Level (for internal use): 09Role: Associate Index Calculation and Distribution Specialist (ICAD Specialist)The Team: The Index Calculation and Distribution Team within the Global Index Management & Production Group (IMPG).The Impact: The team is looking for an Associate ICAD Specialist to support the Index Management & Production Group (IMPG) in the Americas region.The ICAD Team performs a crucial operational function within IMPG and is ultimately responsible for supporting the day-to-day maintenance of a wide range of S&P Dow Jones (S&P DJI) branded equity indices, with a particular focus on daily operational processes and validations.ResponsibilitiesCalculate S&P DJI branded indices daily, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of real-time and end-of-day index data to clients and end usersRun QA validations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the index values distributed to clientsMonitor real-time calculation and distribution of global indices, investigating system alerts, price movements and index value changes where appropriate and resolving in a timely mannerMonitor various underlying component indices used in multi-asset methodologies for any updated values and recalculate where necessary, escalating to the respective Index Committee, where dictated by S&P DJI policyWork in close coordination with the technology and production support groups to further automate, enhance system capabilities and troubleshoot production issuesManage and maintain key relationships with other groups within the department and across other departments, particularly Client Coverage, Index Services and IT SupportQualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent in Business, Mathematics, Economics, IT, or Finance preferred.Strong understanding of financial markets, asset classes and company fundamentals.Must be able to demonstrate excellent analytical and quantitative capabilities to solve original, non-routine problems in a timely and insightful manner.Must be able to understand complex spreadsheet models and calculation algorithms.Strong working knowledge of analytical applications such as Microsoft Excel, and various data vendor tools including Reuters and FactSet would be a plus.Experience with Python, SQL, and VBA would be beneficial, preferably coding/automating spreadsheet calculation modelsAbility to learn quickly, multi-task and work in a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills in EnglishBenefitsHealth & 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.Equal Opportunity EmployerS&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.#J-*****-Ljbffr