Analyst/Senior Analyst - Data Analytics (Corporate Actions) - Financial Research

D. E. Shaw India Private Limited; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm based in Hyderabad seeks a Data Analyst to join their Financial Research team. This role involves tracking corporate actions across global markets and analyzing their impact on stock prices. Candidates should hold a Master’s degree in Finance and possess relevant experience in financial research or data analysis. Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, attention to detail, and analytical mindset are essential. This position offers opportunities for mentoring and enhancing business processes.

Qualifications

• 1–2.5 years of relevant experience in financial research or data analysis.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of corporate actions.
• Ability to handle market-sensitive corporate actions data with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Track and maintain corporate actions for companies across global markets.
• Analyze and quantify the impact of corporate actions on stock prices.
• Ensure data accuracy by validating inputs across multiple sources.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical mindset

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Familiarity with financial research

Education

Master’s degree in Finance or equivalent

Tools

SQL

Python

Bloomberg

S&P Capital IQ (CapIQ)

Reuters

Job description

We are looking for candidates to join the Data Analytics team within our Financial Research group based in Hyderabad. The team partners closely with teams across Financial Research, as well as with Front Office and Technology functions, to manage critical data processes and deliver structured analytical support across the firm’s quantitative and discretionary investment strategies.

What you’ll do day-to-day

In this role, you will track and maintain corporate actions for companies across global markets. You will analyze and quantify the impact of corporate actions on stock prices, with a focus on key event dates and terms of the corporate actions. You will ensure data accuracy by validating inputs across multiple sources. You will create value-added analyses and reports that directly support trading and investment decision‑making. You will interact closely with trading desks and technology teams to deliver timely and reliable corporate actions data used in real‑time trading and research workflows. You will work independently with global teams, identify opportunities to improve processes, and drive efficiency enhancements. You will also collaborate with and support talented colleagues, contributing through mentoring and knowledge sharing.

Who we’re looking for

A Master’s degree in Finance or an equivalent discipline, with 1–2.5 years of relevant experience in financial research, data analysis, or corporate actions processing

Demonstrated working knowledge of corporate actions and a clear understanding of how corporate actions impact market prices

The ability to be detail‑oriented and capable of handling market‑sensitive corporate actions data with accuracy and sound judgment

An interest in finance, along with a demonstrated analytical mindset and the ability to synthesize information effectively

Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to work independently with a high level of accountability

Robust proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with data analysis techniques, and basic Unix/Linux environments

Preferred qualifications:

• Familiarity with data vendor products like Bloomberg, S&P Capital IQ (CapIQ), Reuters, ICE particularly for corporate actions and reference data
• Familiarity with SQL, Python, automation, AI tools

Candidates with relevant experience looking to restart their careers after a break are encouraged to apply for this position.

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