Associate Director, Global R&D at S&P Global

New York, New York, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, Investment ManagementIndustries

Requirements

5+ years of professional experience in a financial services or analytics role, or another quantitative/technical role with appreciation and interest in financial markets
Proficient in Python
Exposure to indexing highly beneficial
Demonstrate an appreciation of asset classes and financial theories that underpin portfolio & index construction
Highly numerate, computer literate, thoughtful, curious, with remarkable enthusiasm and drive to learn
Enjoy working collaboratively
Strong background in mathematics and computer programming

Responsibilities

Handle all aspects of the research and design process for equity and multi-asset indices, including generating investment ideas, gathering and cleansing data, back-testing strategies, running index analytics, finalizing index methodologies, preparing presentations, and publishing research papers
Perform portfolio construction, back-testing, and quantitative analysis of various index strategies including smart beta, multi-asset, sustainability, thematic, etc
Present strategies and analysis to internal groups and external clients
Support lead analysts on data gathering, data quality assurance, and index analytics
Create research publications, documentations, and other presentation collateral
Participate in client outreach and education, conferences, seminars, and other marketing
Develop, support, and utilize Python libraries and other automation tools and processes
Coordinate with the Global R&D team, as well as other functional groups including Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Channel, and Index Management
Manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
Clearly communicate (verbal + written + presentation material) to a variety of audiences, including internal and external stakeholders
Work within Global Research and Design and other departments to manage projects that will facilitate the design of new indices

Skills

Python

quantitative analysis

back-testing

portfolio construction

index analytics

data cleansing

smart beta

multi-asset indices

equity indices

research publications

S&P Global

Provides financial information and analytics services

About S&P Global

S&P Global provides financial information and analytics to a wide range of clients, including investors, corporations, and governments. The company offers services such as credit ratings, market intelligence, and indices, which help clients understand and navigate the global financial market. S&P Global's products work by utilizing advanced data analytics and research to deliver insights that assist clients in making informed decisions and managing risks. Unlike many competitors, S&P Global has a diverse range of divisions, including S&P Global Ratings and S&P Dow Jones Indices, which allows it to cater to various financial needs. The company's goal is to support clients in driving growth while also committing to corporate responsibility and positive societal impact.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1917Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Professional Development Budget

401(k) Company Match

Family Planning Benefits

Employee Discounts

Risks

Integration challenges with new acquisitions like ProntoNLP may cause operational issues.

Increased competition from AI-driven platforms like Brooklyn Investment Group.

Dependence on volatile credit ratings market could impact revenue stability.

Differentiation

S&P Global integrates advanced AI tools for superior financial analytics capabilities.

The company offers comprehensive ESG solutions, meeting growing sustainability demands.

S&P Global's diverse divisions provide a wide range of financial services globally.

Upsides

Acquisition of ProntoNLP boosts data analytics and sentiment scoring capabilities.

Rising demand for ESG data enhances S&P Global's market position.

Expansion into India strengthens S&P Global's research and insights offerings.

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