Index Committee Management Analyst

S&P Global Inc.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm based in the UK seeks an Index Committee Management Analyst to oversee and enhance committee operations. You will support critical governance processes, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while engaging with stakeholders to improve efficiencies. Ideal candidates should have a background in finance and strong analytical skills. The role requires excellent communication abilities and a proactive approach to problem-solving, making it perfect for detail-oriented individuals ready to contribute to a leading firm.

Benefits

Health and wellness programs

Generous time off

Continuous learning opportunities

Competitive pay and retirement planning

Family friendly perks

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience related to financial markets, benchmarks, or index methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present complex information.
• Proficiency in data analysis and managing multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support Index Committee chairpersons with meeting preparation and documentation.
• Facilitate Index Committee processes including rebalancing and annual reviews.
• Drive operational excellence through process improvements and technology.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Meeting management tools

Data analysis software

Job description

Role: Index Committee Management Analyst

Team: S&P DJI Index Governance, which oversees over 50 index committees. Index Committees operate as oversight and decision‑making bodies in a fast‑paced environment that values independence, global perspectives, equality, and respect. Committee chairpersons serve as critical bridges between the Index Committees and SPDJI's Governance framework, ensuring the integrity and quality of our benchmarks through collaborative decision‑making processes.

Role Overview

Become a key contributor to S&P DJI Index Committees. Each committee meets regularly in the course of carrying out its duties. This person will work closely with the Index Committee Management team under the guidance of a senior Index Committee Chairperson. The person in this role will be a detail‑oriented and proactive Analyst and will be pivotal in supporting the Index Committee Management team by overseeing various Index Governance initiatives and ensuring the smooth operation of our Index Committee processes.

Responsibilities

• Support Index Committee chairpersons with comprehensive meeting preparation, documentation, and record‑keeping to ensure seamless committee operations in accordance with internal policies and procedures.
• Facilitate critical Index Committee processes including quarterly rebalancing's, annual methodology reviews, index launches, and methodology change implementations across multiple index families.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying and implementing process improvements through innovative use of technology including artificial intelligence tools.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to facilitate effective communication and ensure timely delivery of committee‑related deliverables.
• Lead and manage Index Governance initiatives, ensuring adherence to project goals, objectives, and timelines.
• Assist in the administration and implementation of Index Governance policies and procedures as they relate to Index Committees, ensuring compliance and best practices.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to ensure understanding and alignment with Index Governance procedures.
• Analyze Index Committee performance metrics and trends using available dashboards to provide actionable insights that enhance decision‑making consistency and process efficiency.
• Maintain detailed audit trails and documentation to support regulatory compliance and internal governance requirements at S&P Global.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2-4 years of professional experience related to financial markets, financial benchmarks, or index methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex information clearly to senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with proficiency in data analysis.
• Detail‑oriented approach with strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience managing multiple workstreams with ability to anticipate needs and manage deliverables independently.
• Proven ability to apply sound judgment and maintain confidentiality on a day‑to‑day basis.
• Proficiency in meeting management tools and collaboration platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with committee support, governance, or coordination roles within financial services.
• Experience in managing process and system improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of benchmark regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements related to index management and investment committees.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Co‑pilot and other Generative Artificial Intelligence applications.
• Multi‑lingual.

About S&P Global Dow Jones Indices

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 on 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.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence.

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. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference. Our Values: Integrity, Discovery, Partnership. 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

• 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.

EEO and Accommodations

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U.S. Candidates Only

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