Index Committee Management Analyst

S&P Global; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Greater London is seeking an Index Committee Management Analyst to contribute significantly to the Index Governance team. The role involves preparing for committee meetings, facilitating key processes, and implementing operational improvements. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience, with strong analytical and communication skills. This role offers opportunities for professional growth within a global organization.

Benefits

Health care coverage

Generous time off

Career development resources

Competitive pay and retirement planning

Family-friendly benefits

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of professional experience related to financial markets, financial benchmarks, or index methodologies.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in data analysis and presenting complex information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support Index Committee chairpersons in meeting preparation and documentation.
• Facilitate Index Committee processes including quarterly rebalancings and methodology reviews.
• Drive operational excellence through technology and process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Co-pilot

Meeting management tools

Job description

About the Role

Grade Level (for internal use): 10

Role: Index Committee Management Analyst

The 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 S&P DJI'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 rebalancings, 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.

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.

What We’re Looking For

Basic 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 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.

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.

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

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