Index Structurer

Primary Responsibilities

The candidate  will primarily be responsible for:

Index design work, including data analysis, modelling and back testing, rules building, drafting of marketing material and operational handovers
Customer consultancy – answering client requests on rules, compositions, mechanisms, data providers etc.
Ensuring consistency of internal databases, data quality checks when designing indices
Preparing index presentations including financial metrics
Doing operational works such as requesting ISIN codes, making data vendor announcements, liaising with the data providers (Bloomberg, Reuters and similar)
Doing market research to identify areas of growth whatever the type of trading products.

Education

Masters degree, preferably in mathematics, engineering or computer science with strong finance elements and business knowledge. Economics or finance degrees with strong quantitative elements, especially in data-related subjects and applied mathematics for portfolio management are welcome to apply also

Skills

Advanced Python – a must have
Intermediate knowledge of database organization, data flows and SQL queries
In-depth knowledge of Excel
Experience with machine learning and AI in general a plus
Working knowledge of market data sources (Bloomberg, Reuters, Factset)
Hands-on approach and a self-starter with strong sense of ownership
Customer-focused and commercially-driven
English – full professional proficiency is required
Team player with a dedication to deliver results of the highest quality

Experience

Minimum 3 years’ experience in indexation, portfolio construction, financial products development or trading
First experience with IT systems and operational processes a plus
Experience in sales and relationship management is a plus

Euronext Values

Unity

•        We respect and value the people we work with

•        We are unified through a common purpose

•        We embrace diversity and strive for inclusion

Integrity

•        We value transparency, communicate honestly and share information openly

•        We act with integrity in everything we do

•        We don’t hide our mistakes, and we learn from them

Agility

•        We act with a sense of urgency and decisiveness

•        We are adaptable, responsive and embrace change

•        We take smart risks

Energy

•        We are positively driven to make a difference and challenge the status quo

•        We focus on and encourage personal leadership

•        We motivate each other with our ambition

Accountability

•           We deliver maximum value to our customers and stakeholders

•           We take ownership and are accountable for the outcome

•           We reward and celebrate performance

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, age, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other legally protected factor. We value the unique talents of all our people, who come from diverse backgrounds with different personal experiences and points of view and we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect.

Additional Information

This job description is only describing the main activities within a certain role and is not exhaustive. It does not prevent to add more tasks, projects.