Lead, Index Research & Design (APAC)

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) seeks a Research Lead for FTSE Russell’s Index Research & Design in APAC. The role combines quantitative investment expertise with index research and development experience to lead projects and deliver scalable index solutions.

The candidate will develop methodologies, analytical tools and papers, support client engagements and translate concepts into robust indices, collaborating across functions and geographies globally.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in quantitative investment research or index research.
• Strong knowledge of portfolio construction, optimization and factor analysis.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL in a research/investment setting.
• Fluency in English with strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to the research, design and testing of new index methodologies.
• Develop investment metrics, portfolio construction frameworks and analytical tools.
• Conduct quantitative research across Asia Pacific markets focusing on equities and themes.
• Develop research papers and presentations communicating insights and index characteristics.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Sales, Policy and Technology to deliver robust index solutions.
• Build scalable analytical solutions and production-ready research tools.

Skills

Quantitative research

Python

SQL

English communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above in quantitative field

Postgraduate degree or CFA advantage

Tools

Python

SQL

Matlab

Pandas

NumPy

Matplotlib/Plotly

Job description

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) seeks a Research Lead for FTSE Russell’s Index Research & Design in APAC. The role combines quantitative investment expertise with index research and development experience to lead projects and deliver scalable index solutions.

The candidate will develop methodologies, analytical tools and papers, support client engagements and translate concepts into robust indices, collaborating across functions and geographies globally.