Job Description

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 12

The Team: The Infrastructure team is a global team split across the US, Canada and the UK. The team is responsible for building and maintaining platforms used by Index Management teams to calculate and rebalance our high profile indices.



The Impact: You will be responsible for the development and expansion of platforms which calculate and rebalance indices for S&P Dow Jones Indices. This will ensure that relevant teams have continuous access to up to date benchmarks and indices.



What's in it for you:

In this role, you will be a key player in the Infrastructure Engineering team where you will be managing and coordinating the resources and processes to deliver IT infrastructure projects on time, within budget, and with high quality. This includes managing project teams, communications, risk, scope, schedule, cost, quality, and stakeholders.



Responsibilities:

Define project scope and schedule while focusing on regular and timely delivery of value; organize and lead project status and working meetings; prepare and distribute progress reports; manage risks and issues; correct deviations from plans; and perform delivery planning for assigned projects.

Assist in team development while holding team accountable for their commitments, removing roadblocks to their work; leveraging organizational resources to improve capacity for project work; and mentoring and developing team members.

Define and manage a well-defined project management process and champion ongoing process improvement initiatives to implement best practices for Agile Project Management.

Monitor and track the progress of all infrastructure project tasks to ensure they are completed on time and within scope.

Regularly update and maintain comprehensive project status reports to keep stakeholders informed of project progress and any changes in scope or timeline.

Collaborate with other teams within the organization to ensure alignment of project goals and to facilitate the efficient use of resources.

Regularly review project processes and make necessary improvements to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.

Monitor the delivery of services to ensure they meet the agreed-upon standards and expectations.

Coordinate and schedule meetings with teams in, vendors, and stakeholders to discuss project progress and address any issues or concerns.

Accurately record and distribute meeting minutes to ensure all stakeholders are informed of meeting outcomes and action items.

Regularly assess the health of the project, identifying any areas of concern and taking corrective action as necessary.

Establish clear project milestones and track progress towards achieving these milestones.

Evaluate and prioritize projects based on organizational needs and resource availability.

Act as the primary point of contact between the project team and the corporate Project Management Office (PMO), ensuring alignment with corporate project management standards and practices.



Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or Engineering or equivalent qualification is preferred or relevant equivalent work experience

Proven experience in IT project management.

Knowledge of IT infrastructure domains including data centers, network & communications, server utilization, virtual environments, storage, and application support.

Good understanding on IT Infrastructure, Cloud etc.

Experience with Agile project management methodologies.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong organizational and leadership skills.

PMP or other project management certification is a plus.



Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates should have a minimum of 12+ years industry experience in cloud and Infrastructure.

Understanding of IT infrastructure domains including data centers, network & communications, server utilization, virtual environments, and storage. Familiarity with the latest industry trends and technologies.

Proven experience in managing large and complex projects. Ability to define project scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals. Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.

Strong organizational skills with a keen focus on detail and the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

Certifications like PMP (Project Management Professional), PRINCE2, or ITIL can be beneficial.

Experience in managing relationships with vendors and subcontractors.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.



About S&P Global Dow Jones Indic e s

At S&P Dow Jones Indices, we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. We're the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average . More assets are invested in products based upon our indices than any other index provider in the world. With over USD 7.4 trillion in passively managed assets linked to our indices and over USD 11.3 trillion benchmarked to our indices, our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance, evaluating portfolios and developing investment strategies.

S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world's foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world's leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/spdji .



What's In It For You?



Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.



Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.



Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide--so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.



From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.



Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership



At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.



Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you--and your career--need to thrive at S&P Global.



Our benefits include:

Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.



Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.



Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.



Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.



Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.



Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards--small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries



Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation - Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn't stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.



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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.



If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.



US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.



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Job ID: 301295

Posted On: 2024-07-12

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India