ISS STOXX is growing! ISS STOXX is actively looking for an Analyst - Index Product Development to Join the Mumbai Team (Goregaon East).
Overview:
ISS STOXX Group is a global index provider currently providing a cross-asset class index family of over 6,500 indices. The ISS STOXX Group is at the forefront of innovative Index design, continuously expanding its portfolio of sustainable and multi-asset class indices and operates on a global level.
The indices are licensed to the worlds largest issuers of financial products, Asset owners and managers as well as to more than 500 companies around the world. Our Indices are used as the portfolio basis for ETFs, UCITS-compliant funds, Structured Products, futures, and options and for risk and performance measurement.
Within this construct, we are now seeking to hire Index Researchers under the Product Development team to develop client-centric and quality-focused products.
Responsibilities:
For our office in India (Mumbai), as a part of the Product Development team, you will participate in the full development cycle including ideation, design, development, and presentations to the global product team leading up to the implementation
This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate with a strong background in factor research, index research, portfolio construction and a good understanding of financial markets, to join a high-performing team while actively driving the build-out of our Mumbai presence
Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Computer Science/Statistics/Mathematics or similar quantitative field from IITs/NITs or other leading institutes.
Familiarity with investment theory or quantitative finance in equities.
Strong knowledge of probability and statistics (e.g., machine learning, pattern recognition, NLP, time-series analysis)
Excellent scientific/analytical programming skills with experience in tools such as R, Python
Experience with database programming languages, and handling structured/unstructured data
Strong interest in financial markets and quantitative investment
Working knowledge of Axioma/ Barra Risk model is desirable
1-3 years of industry experience in Quant Development / Data Science roles
Creative, hardworking, self-motivated, high level of integrity, extreme attention to detail and quality standards
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team