Index Data Research Analyst

Institutional Shareholder Services Inc.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS STOXX is hiring an Index Data Research Analyst for Mumbai (Goregaon East). The role involves validating dividend data, researching issuer data, and ensuring accuracy before it feeds index maintenance.

You will coordinate with various ISS STOXX stakeholders and participate in automation and process improvements. Candidates should have a finance/economics/data analytics background, up to 2 years in financial markets, and strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in finance, economics, data analysis, mathematics, or IT related subjects.
• Up to 2 years of experience in Financial Markets, Indices, and investment products.
• Fluent in English (oral and written).
• Knowledge of MS Office; VBA, Python, SQL would be a plus.
• Knowledge of market data vendors (Refinitiv, Bloomberg, SIX, ICE) would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Dividend Data Validation: research and process information about global companies from multiple sources.
• Investigate data providers and verify data timeliness and integrity.
• Quality Assurance & Controls: perform audits to maintain data accuracy.
• Process Documentation & Compliance: document workflows aligning with EU BMR and IOSCO.
• Collaboration: work with global stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and improve data quality.
• Project Participation: contribute to automation and tool enhancements.

Skills

Data analysis

Time management

Team player

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in finance, economics, data analysis, mathematics, or IT related subjects

Tools

MS Office

VBA

Python

SQL

Refinitiv

Bloomberg

SIX

ICE

Job description

ISS STOXX is hiring an Index Data Research Analyst to join the dynamic Index Data Research team for our Mumbai (Goregaon East) location. Overview: The team is responsible for the research of specific datasets and ensures its accuracy before being used in the maintenance of Indices under ISS STOXX Index mandate. The successful candidate will liaise with ISS STOXX Index Operations for day-to-day Index Data Research activities. The successful candidate will also work in close collaboration with various ISS STOXX stakeholders to ensure best practice and compliance with Index Operations Department activities, new rules definition based on clients’ requirements and coordination of the automation processes with the IT department. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to join a high-performance team and support this team by applying knowledge and skills to a large number of routine and non-routine activities in the team and becoming involved in new, interesting, and challenging projects. There are numerous good reasons to work for us: responsibility at an early stage, attractive social benefits, an international working environment and a broad variety of career opportunities. Applications from people with disabilities are welcome.

Shift hours

This role requires working in rotational shifts, the shift timings are as below: 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM IST (First Shift) 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM IST (Second Shift) 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM IST (Third Shift)

Responsibilities

• Dividend Data Validation: Searching for procuring and processing information about global companies on a regular basis using multiple methods, techniques, and sources (Data Vendors and internet Data research on Issuers & Listed Companies in various languages).
• Investigate, challenge Data providers sources, and collaborate with them to ensure the integrity and timeliness of data (verification and challenge of provided information).
• Quality Assurance & Controls: Perform regular audits and checks to maintain high data integrity, adhering to internal control frameworks and regulatory standards.
• Process Documentation & Compliance: Maintain clear documentation of workflows and controls in line with EU BMR and IOSCO principles.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with global stakeholders and internal teams to resolve data discrepancies and support operational excellence.
• Project Participation: Contribute to team-wide initiatives and projects assigned from time to time, including automation, tool enhancements, and data quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or above in finance, economics, data analysis, mathematics, or IT related subjects.
• Up to 2 years of Experience within Financial Markets Industry, Indices, and investment products & Portfolio Management.
• Has strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize and follow established guidelines.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively in a result-oriented, team-driven organization.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data interpretation.
• Be able to work under pressure and to handle multiple tasks time-efficient and autonomously in parallels and work on tight deadlines.
• Be able to work and learn autonomously without minimum supervision and training (self-starter/self-learner).
• Be a team-player, orientated attitude and ability to act as a proactive, independent team player with hands‑on mentality.
• Knowledge of MS Office applications; VBA, Python, SQL skills would be a plus.
• Knowledge of market data vendors (i.e., Refinitiv, Bloomberg, SIX, ICE etc.) would be a plus.
• Fluent in English both oral and written.
• Knowledge/Fluent in a second language (Asian (Chinese, Japanese and or Korean) or European (French, Spanish, German) would be a strong advantage.

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What You Can Expect from Us

Our people are the moving force behind our work. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. If you have the skills, passion, and drive to help us bring clarity and transparency to capital markets, we want to work with you. Together, we can grow your career in an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and has real impact.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX delivers world-class research, data, and technology solutions that empower capital market participants to pursue their visions with confidence. Our expertise spans indices, corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence, giving clients the tools they need to uncover opportunities, manage risks, and navigate evolving regulations. We are made up of 4,000 professionals operating across 20 countries and serving approximately 5,000 clients, including many of the world’s leading institutional investors. Our scale and reach give us deep market knowledge, while our innovative methodologies allow us to offer our clients tailored insights that drive impact and success. ISS STOXX Indices, including the renowned STOXX and DAX families, sets the standard for rules‑based, transparent, and liquid benchmarks and indices. Our ready‑made products and customized solutions are used by sophisticated institutional investors, ETF issuers, and providers of derivatives and structured products.

Further Resources

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Inclusion Policy

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