Associate - Index Management Research

**Research**:Use your eye for actionable insights to help clients identify and manage emerging risks and opportunities.**Index**:Set the benchmarks for our industry**How will you deepen the world’s understanding of global markets?**By combining deep knowledge and a systematic and well-defined methodology, you could help develop and construct the indexes that provide data and timely insights in an ever-changing world.**Your Team Responsibilities**:The IMR group performs index policy research, index methodology consultations, as well as market research in the context of MSCI’s market classification review. The group is also responsible for the rebalancing of indices.The group works closely with other groups within research (New Product Development, ESG) and across the firm (data, technology, product, coverage) to implement the IMR agenda and benefits from the substantial resources and expertise across the global MSCI organization.**Your Key Responsibilities**:As an Associate of Index Management Research you will play a key role in the ongoing development and enhancement of index methodologies and investment solutions across asset classes. You will work in a team that responds to a client base in your location related to equity index methodology topics. You will be responsible for all aspects of rebalancing the indices you own and in ensuring the accuracy of data we send to clients.The Associate of Index Management Research will also be involved in general Index Management Research responsibilities such as index policy research and assistance in new product development.**Your skills and experience that will help you excel**:- 3-5 years direct or financial industry experience, relevant indexing experience a bonus- Fundamental knowledge and familiarity around concepts of index maintenance and portfolio management/replication across asset classes if preferred- Very good quantitative knowledge and analytical skills including Python.- Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and prioritise multiple deliverables**About MSCI**:**What we offer you**- Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.- Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.- A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.- A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.- Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.- We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose - to power better investment decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.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.**To all recruitment agencies**MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location, or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes.**Note on recruitment scams**- Quotes from Cyril Pecoraro, Helen Droz, SK KimI think that everyone who is interested in the impacts of climate change in our society should join. With more companies and people realizing how serious this is, demand for products and insights will never cease to grow.**Cyril Pecoraro** **|** ResearchView ProfileIt’s exciting to combine my interest in data science with my passion for preventing climate change, working at a place where I truly believe I can make an impact.**Helen Droz** **|** ResearchView ProfileResearch Associate in Shanghai, SK expresses how MSCI’s open culture has given her visibility to collaborate across borders and with board members.**SK Kim** **|** ResearchView Profile**Benefits**:- MSCI is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to you and, wh