Index Research Associate Job in Mumbai at MSCI

MSCI is hiring for the role of Index Research Associate!

Responsibilities of the Candidate:

• Index construction and maintenance for the various MSCI Factor, Thematic, Capped, Custom and ESG Indexes, including the quarterly and semi-annual rebalancing of indexes, the analysis and recommendation of securities for index additions and/or deletions
• Detailed understanding of the index rebalancing framework and capabilities, in order to support the development and maintenance of MSCI indexes
• Monitor developments in the investment management process and evaluate the continued relevance of the MSCI index methodologies in line with trends in investment styles
• Recommend methodology enhancements in close consultation with market participants
• Prepare and present various index methodological reports to the equity decision committees, participate in product enhancement and product development efforts

Requirements:

• Understanding of equity analysis and equity investment process, familiarity with Institutional Investment Practices and Buy Side Portfolio Management concepts
• Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint knowledge. Good knowledge of VBA is a plus. Knowledge of MATLAB/SQL/Python preferred.
• Familiar with investment research and data vendors (e.g. Reuters, Factset, risk and portfolio management systems)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills