Head of Index New Product - EMEA

Nasdaq; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Head of Index New Product in London to lead the development of new indexes for financial products like ETPs. The role involves client engagement, managing the product development lifecycle, and collaborating with teams for successful launches, offering an attractive compensation package and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package including bonuses and equity

25 days of vacation

Pension plan

Health and dental insurance

Career development programs

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in developing indexes and rules-based investment products like UCITS and ETCs.
• Strong analytical and writing skills with attention to detail.
• Technical proficiency in SQL, R, Python, and Databricks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of indexes for benchmarking and replication via investment vehicles like ETPs.
• Manage client engagement throughout the product development lifecycle, including backtests and analysis.
• Create client-facing materials to promote new products.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

SQL

R

Python

Databricks

Tableau

ESG knowledge

Job description

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Nasdaq

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Nasdaq London is seeking a Head of Index New Product - EMEA. This role involves leading the development of new indexes that serve as benchmarks for financial products such as Exchange Traded Products (ETPs). The key responsibilities include managing client engagement throughout the product development cycle, overseeing the development and backtesting of index models, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure successful index launches. The candidate will also identify and pitch internally developed index ideas to clients, based on their product portfolios and market strategies.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the development of indexes for benchmarking and replication via investment vehicles such as ETPs and structured products.
• Manage client engagement throughout the product development lifecycle, including creating backtests and analysis, and coordinating with internal teams for index launches.
• Identify clients for pitching internally developed index ideas based on market needs and product fit.
• Create client-facing materials to promote new products.
• Gather and evaluate customer requests from the sales team to identify inbound product opportunities.

Other responsibilities:

• Assist research teams in creating content to support marketing and educational efforts for new indexes and related investment vehicles.

What We Expect:

• Experience in developing indexes and/or rules-based investment products like UCITS and ETCs.
• Strong analytical and writing skills with attention to detail.
• Technical proficiency in SQL, R, Python, and Databricks.
• Experience with data visualization tools like Tableau to support product pitches.
• Experience with ESG indexes and rules-based investment products is a plus.

What we offer:

Nasdaq UK provides a competitive compensation package including bonuses, equity grants, and employee stock purchase plans. Benefits include 25 days of vacation, pension, health and dental insurance, career development programs, and flexible working options with a hybrid remote/in-office setup.

What happens now?

Our London office is located in Bishopsgate, accessible via public transport, with amenities including a gym, bike park, food stalls, and nearby shops and markets. If you are interested, please apply promptly as interviews are ongoing.

Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender, disability, or other protected statuses. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process.