Real-Time ETF iNAV & Index Operations Analyst

ICE Clear Europe Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ICE Clear Europe Limited is seeking an Analyst, Index Operations to join a global team that calculates and distributes real-time iNAVs and intraday/end-of-day index values. You will work with Asia/UK/US teams, interface with clients, and contribute to tactical and strategic solutions while meeting regulatory requirements; there will be on-call periods and holiday work.

You will collaborate with internal teams to test and implement solutions, support new client requirements, and ensure

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record is required.
• 3+ years in a Fund Accounting / Administration or Investment Management role preferred.
• Excellent PC skills with proficiency in MS Excel required. Experience in writing macros and Visual Basic, Python programming a plus.
• Play a supporting role on larger projects, including documentation of business requirements, testing, and implementation.
• Working knowledge of global financial markets with a focus on equity and fixed income securities.
• An understanding of the construction and calculation of financial indices is preferable.
• Must be a detail-oriented self-starter who excels at meeting strict deadlines and must also be comfortable working with clients
• Must have strong communication skills; ideal candidate will be able to clearly and confidently express important details in writing and verbally.
• Fluency in English, additional language skills a benefit.
• Demonstrable track record in providing excellent customer service
• Meticulous attention to detail is critical and must be able to identify problems/issues early and elevate properly
• Multi-tasking skills and ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• ETF iNAV calculation / processing – Ensure accurate calculation of all calculated iNAV values via the execution of all daily production procedures and controls while operating within strict deadlines.
• Index Calculation / Publication - Ensure accurate calculation of all intraday and End of Day Index Values, and accurate, complete, and timely delivery of all Index product files to internal and external clients.
• Quality Assurance - Perform routine quality assurance procedures, which include checking prices and monitoring market activity to understand impact on our clients’ iNAV or Index calculations.
• Product Enhancements - Consistently review procedures and processes to identify enhancements and efficiencies that could be created through additional tools and development enhancements in support of existing products and potential new ETF launches from new or existing clients.
• Client Support - Includes addressing client queries, monitoring of intraday calculations and official end of day index calculation, dissemination of client files, and timely resolution of issues. Liaise with internal Client Service teams to assist in resolution of incoming queries regarding the ETF and Index service. Establish credibility with clients by understanding their business and solving technical and data problems if they arise in co-ordination with IDS technical team.
• Pre-sales Support - Understanding the data requirements of prospective clients and determining the viability of delivering the requirement to the client. Review client or internal product requirements and provide review and feedback on business specifications for implementing the new calculation requirements within the test system. Assist with onboarding of new clients.
• Must be able to work some public holidays.
• On-call periods during transition times between regions, with possible shift work to cover Asian exchange hours as needed.

Skills

MS Excel

Macros

Visual Basic

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Visual Basic

Python

Job description

ICE Clear Europe Limited is seeking an Analyst, Index Operations to join a global team that calculates and distributes real-time iNAVs and intraday/end-of-day index values. You will work with Asia/UK/US teams, interface with clients, and contribute to tactical and strategic solutions while meeting regulatory requirements; there will be on-call periods and holiday work.

You will collaborate with internal teams to test and implement solutions, support new client requirements, and ensure