Benchmark and Fund Portfolios Analyst

**Your Team responsibilities**The Benchmark & Third-party Portfolio team is part of the Data Services and Technology (DST) department. The team solves complex problems related to all aspects of data operations, extends critical product features by inventing and building analytics capabilities, and provides exceptional service to clients. The team provides services to all major product lines of MSCI, namely Index, Analytics, and ESG and is spread across the globe - US, Mexico, Hungary, and Philippines.The team is currently looking for a Data Services Associate to join a highly skilled and motivated team of data analysts for our Monterrey office. Experience with data operations, index and fund portfolios, time series analysis, or reference data is highly desirable.**What we will offer you**Depending on your location of your role, you can expect:- Competitive fixed and variable compensation, holiday/vacation allowance & retirement savings plans/pensions- Employee Resource Groups to support you in and out of the office- A wide range of benefits including - healthcare, dental plans, risk insurances and (location dependent) - cycletowork schemes, gym benefits, retail discounts- A purposeful approach to Wellbeing including training, support networks, membership to wellness platforms and vendors, and active local office communities- A specific and deliberate planning to the physical offices in which we work, and support for everyone spending periods of time working remotely or at home. This approach mirrors our commitment to transparency and sustainability and puts the safety and wellness of our employees at the center of all we do. We aim to provide productive and sustainable work environments and technology that encourages collaboration, creativity and innovation.**Your key responsibilities**- Key member of a highly skilled and motivated team of analysts that solve complex problems regarding all aspects of data production and operations including data sourcing, processing, loading, analysis, and portfolio construction and reconciliation- Leading large-scale critical data projects independently to extend capabilities andcoverage, support internal and external clients with content expertise- Creating business specifications and cooperating with various cross functional teams (IT,Research, Product) on their execution and implementation- Maintaining, re-engineering, and developing efficient and elegant processes to support the daily production of portfolio data and build/manage metrics for that- Executing in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with strong emphasis on quality, accuracy, and timeliness- Assisting with data visualization efforts, automatic report generation and metrics reporting- Partnering with our coverage organization to service first-rate clientele including many of the world’s central banks, leading financial institutions, hedge funds, and corporations**Your skills and experience that will help you excel**- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Data Science, Business, Statistics,Computer Science, or other similar concentration. CFA/FRM is a plus- 0-5 years of relevant work experience- Interest in data management, financial markets, products, and risk management- Technical skills and programming languages a plus i.e., SQL, Python, R, Perl, UNIX basic fileadministration- Software - Data visualization tools (Power BI, Spotfire, Tableau), Git (Version Control)- Strong attention to detail. Ability to solve complex problems- Strong communication skills (written and verbal), ability to tell stories with data- Solid administrative and project management skills- Experience in Agile framework is desired**How we’ll support you**- Coaching and support from experts in your team- A performance and growth-oriented culture and values- Opportunities for continuous learning to aid progression- Goal based objectives and development plans- Transparent performance-based compensation schemes- Employee resource groups such as the Women’s Leadership Forum, MSCIPRIDE, and Eco-Groups**About MSCI and our teams**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.Our values define the working environment we strive to create. We are inclusive, we champion bold ideas, we always pursue excellence, and always act with integrity. Personal accountability and responsibility are key to success, and we always work as a team to remain client centric.**To all recruitment agencies**: MSCI does not accept unsolicited C