Senior Associate / Vice President (f / m / d) Equity Index Management

OptiRoi Media; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector seeks a passionate quantitative expert for a Senior Associate role in Equity Index Management. Candidates should possess a solid background in finance, strong analytical skills, and experience in capital markets. This position offers an innovative, collaborative work environment with opportunities for leadership and professional growth.

Benefits

Regular staff parties

Access to Corporate Benefits

Modern office space

Free beverages

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in finance or related fields.
• Passion for capital markets and strong industry knowledge.
• Experience in designing deterministic models or machine learning solutions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage diverse portfolio of indices.
• Act as liaison for international clients.
• Analyze and enhance internal processes for efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Intercultural competence

Education

Bachelor's in Finance, Economics, or Engineering

Master's degree or CFA/FRM preferred

Tools

Python

VBA

MATLAB

SQL

Job description

Since its creation in 2007 in the financial city of Frankfurt am Main, Solactive AG has grown to one of the key players in the indexing space. The German multi-asset index provider focusses on tailor-made indices, offering to its clients a faster service, with greater flexibility and at a reasonable cost. Solactive AG and its subsidiaries have become one of the fastest growing index providers over the past few years and support the leading investment banks and asset managers across the globe. We have gained global recognition for our role in the Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) industry, where we rank among the top providers worldwide for underlying indices. We also excel in diverse areas such as Structured Products and investment mandates, showcasing the wide range of our capabilities. The impact and value we bring to the market is palpable, but also in the reputation we have proudly built by being close to our customers, solidifying Solactive AG as a trusted and reliable ally in the ever-evolving global financial landscape.Are you passionate about investing, portfolio management, and capital markets? Do you keep a pulse on the latest trends in indexing, ETFs, and structured products? Are you a quantitative expert with experience in equities and derivatives? If you thrive on data-driven research, enjoy collaborating in a supportive team environment, and aspire to grow into a leadership role, we want to hear from you! Join us in an international, fast-paced setting where innovation and impact go hand in hand.

• Oversee and manage a diverse portfolio of indices with varying levels of complexity
• Execute systematic, rules-based selection and rebalancing of both Solactive and client indices
• Act as a key liaison for an international client base, including leading investment banks, asset managers, hedge funds, and trading desks
• Develop, enhance, and maintain index algorithms within the company’s framework
• Develop, deploy, and maintain models, tools, and solutions that support and align with the team’s strategic goals
• Analyze, evaluate, and enhance internal processes and workflows to drive efficiency and continuous improvement
• Leverage a deep understanding of investment concepts and strategies to refine, maintain, or drive innovation in existing indices
• Collaborate closely with business analysts and developers throughout the software development lifecycle
• Coordinate tasks and responsibilities among team members to ensure seamless execution of projects
• Academic background in Finance, Economics, or Engineering
• Advanced qualifications preferred, such as CFA, FRM, or a relevant Master’s degree
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the finance industry or related fields (e.g., equity research, trading, investment, or asset management)
• Strong knowledge and passion for capital markets, with a keen understanding of industry trends
• Demonstrated academic background and hands-on experience in designing, developing, and implementing deterministic models or machine learning solutions preferred
• Innovative thinker with a proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and a strong sense of responsibility in execution
• Highly structured, self-motivated, and results-driven, with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Team-oriented with excellent communication skills, able to collaborate effectively across diverse teams
• Intercultural competence and adaptability, thriving in a global work environment
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, VBA, MATLAB, and SQL, along with experience using relevant libraries
• Global Team : Be part of the Solactive family, a motivated team with an international setting
• FinTech Excellence : Join our team and delve into the inner workings of a thriving FinTech company
• Modern Culture : Enjoy our modern, flat hierarchy and startup-like culture
• Responsibility & Connections : Take over responsibility from day one and build relationships in- and outside the company
• Special Benefits : regular staff parties, access to Corporate Benefits, modern office space and free beverages

Interested? Don’t miss your chance and directly apply online by clicking the “Apply now” button on our website and filling in the application form. Please make sure to also upload your CV, a cover letter is not compulsory. Your contact person is Roopali Sahoo ( [emailprotected] ). We are looking forward to hearing from you!

For further information, please visit : www.solactive.com / career /

To all recruitment agencies : We do not accept unsolicited CVs / Candidate Profiles. Please do not forward any CVs / Candidate Profiles to any Solactive employee in any location. Any requests for cooperation have to be addressed directly to HR. Any costs associated with unsolicited CVs / Candidate Profiles are not being covered by Solactive.

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