- Corporate Events Data Associate (240000S2)




Job Number: 240000S2
Requisition Title : Corporate Events Data Associate
Description :

Your team responsibilities
MSCI Equity Indexes are maintained with the objective of reflecting the evolution of the underlying equity markets on a timely basis. The Corporate Events Team is responsible for daily maintenance of index by reflecting impact of ongoing corporate events like M&As, spin-offs, bankruptcies, reorganizations and other corporate actions (e.g. stock splits, rights offerings, dividends, etc.) following the principles of replicability, consistency, continuity and minimizing turnover. Depending on the nature of the corporate action there may be changes in index memberships, weights, size, style and industry classifications. The team is responsible for timely identification, review and assessing the replication considerations of corporate action related changes in client portfolios in order to facilitate appropriate maintenance of the Equity Indexes.
What we offer you

• At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose - to power better investment decisions. Youll 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.

• Wherever you are located you will find transparent compensation schemes and employee benefits that can help ensure your financial security and health. While they vary by different locations, we offer a broad range of benefits that are part of the value you receive as an MSCI employee.

• Our flexible ways of working will allow you to maximize your potential, and we will empower you with the trust, accountability, and advanced technology to perform at your very best.

• Youll find a purposeful approach to wellbeing to provide you with all the resources you need to be your best at work and in your personal life. Our Here For You Employee Assistance Program is available for our employees globally, providing confidential emotional support, financial and legal advice free of charge.

Your key responsibilities

• Monitoring activity in underlying allocated markets to capture relevant corporate events.

• Responsible for accurate implementation of these corporate events in MSCI Indexes following the principles of replicability, consistency, continuity and minimizing turnover.

• For complex corporate actions, make presentations with proposed implementation to senior decision-making Committees like the MSCI Equity Index Committee.

• Ensure that the corporate actions are properly implemented in the calculation of the MSCI Indexes and are reflected in MSCI Equity products

• Liaise with the Index Management Research team for corporate actions having impact on Quarterly and Semi-Annual Index Rebalancing.

• Handle client queries related to corporate actions and Equity Benchmark methodology

• Tracking the evolution of allocated markets including any change in regulation/new types of corporate events and make proposals to update client methodology and participate in client consultation.

• Contribute to further improvising processes and applications used by the corporate events team.

• Participate in and initiate projects related to the corporate events function.

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

• Strong interest in Finance, work experience in finance and capital markets preferred

• Ability to summarize complex transactions and understanding of the practical aspects of index replication

• Excellent communication skills in English.

• Attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with good logical aptitude

• Ability to effectively work with diverse cultures in a global team; sensitivity and appreciation for diverse cultural norms/styles. Flexible in working hours

• Independent worker as well as good team player with a strong sense of ownership

• 2-4 years of relevant working experience

• Bachelor or Masters Degree in Finance, Economics or Mathematics (Including equivalents of CA, CFA, FRM, MMS, MBA). Engineering degree is preferred.

How well support you

• Our culture of high performance and innovation relies on our people sharing their knowledge and lifting each other up. Youll be surrounded by a collaborative, global network of talented colleagues who will support and inspire you to do the best work of your career.

• We believe new and challenging experiences drive personal growth and innovation. With the right challenges, encouragement, and development support you can shape your own career experience. Career paths are multi-directional, and we encourage and support internal mobility to help you identify new opportunities to progress and take control of your future.

• As a new joiner youll be enrolled on our Global Orientation interactive learning experience to set you up for success.

• Our tailored learning opportunities will enable you to acquire the skills you need at your own pace, choosing between the courses and certifications best suited to you. Our Learning@MSCI platform coupled with access to LinkedIn Learning Pro will provide you with all the resources you need for to accelerate your professional growth.

• At MSCI we act in ways that encourage respect for all voices, ensuring that everyone can be themselves and feel like they are a part of the company. We are intentional about ensuring that everyone is treated fairly and supported with equal opportunities to succeed.

• We have eight MSCI Employee Resource Groups: All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Womens Leadership Forum.

About MSCI 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.
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Job : Data
Primary Location : India-Maharashtra-Mumbai
Job Profile : Associate
Time Type : Full Time
Department : Data Services & Technology
Job Posting : Jun 24, 2024, 1:30:00 PM