Index Governance Analyst

VettaFi; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

VettaFi is seeking an Index Governance Analyst to support day-to-day governance of its benchmark framework across equities, factors, and fixed income. You'll manage governance documents, assist in due diligence, and participate in formal index reviews to ensure accurate market representation.

Ideal candidates bring 1–2 years in financial indexing or related fields, a Bachelor’s in finance or a quantitative discipline, and strong written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field; communications degree acceptable with finance coursework/experience.
• 1–2 years experience in financial indexing, structured products, portfolio analysis, or research; recent graduates with internships acceptable.
• Ability to identify issues, analyze data, synthesize information, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Curiosity and commitment to continuous learning in index construction, benchmarks, and global regulations.
• Clear, concise report writing conveying complex information.

Responsibilities

• Governance Administration: manage central repository of governance documents with version control and annual review tracking.
• Client Engagement & Support: assist in due diligence, clarify index methodology, respond to inquiries from stakeholders.
• Operational Index Review: participate in index reviews to ensure alignment with design and market representation.
• Methodology Development & Maintenance: assist drafting new index methodologies and publish public documents.
• Compliance & Regulatory Reporting: assist with IOSCO and benchmark reporting; liaison for regulators.
• Administrative Oversight: track annual training, attestations for personal trading, conflict disclosures.
• Operational Strategy: collaborate with technology provider for annual review of requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Documentation proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Growth mindset

Team oriented

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/ Economics/ Mathematics/ Statistics

Communications degree acceptable with relevant coursework/experience

Tools

SQL

VBA

Python

Matlab

Job description

Venture outside the ordinary - TMX Careers The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets. United as a global team, we're connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we're powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team. Ready to be part of the action? The Index Governance Analyst is essential to the day-to-day administration of VettaFi's benchmark control framework. Operating across our $87 billion global index suite (covering equity, factor, thematic, and fixed-income assets), this role focuses on maintaining our extensive library of policies and methodologies, tracking compliance attestations, and ensuring all governance activities are impeccably documented for audit trails. This is an exceptional entry-level opportunity to gain deep exposure to index product development, quantitative regulatory compliance, and benchmark operations. Key Responsibilities

• Governance Administration: Manage the central repository of VettaFi's governance documents, ensuring version control and annual review tracking of Index Governance policies.
• Client Engagement & Support: Assist in client due diligence processes by managing information requests, clarifying index methodology details, and ensuring timely responses to inquiries from external stakeholders.
• Operational Index Review: Participate in and provide operational support for formal index reviews to verify that indexes continue to meet their original design and market representation.
• Methodology Development & Maintenance: Support the drafting and creation of new index methodologies and coordinate the formal publishing and maintenance of all public-facing methodology documents on the corporate website.
• Compliance & Regulatory Reporting: Assist in ensuring compliance with IOSCO and benchmark reporting requirements. Act as a point of contact for internal/external stakeholders, including assisting the Head of Index Governance in preparing documentation and responses for regulatory inquiries (e.g., SEC).
• Administrative Oversight: Manage the collection, logging, and tracking of annual employee training, compliance attestations regarding personal trading, and conflict disclosures.
• Operational Strategy: Partner with our internal technology provider to assist the Head of Index Governance in the annual review of operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field. Communications degree is acceptable with corresponding financial market coursework or experience.
• Relevant Experience: 1–2 years of experience (or a recent graduate with relevant internships) in financial indexing, structured products, portfolio analysis, or research.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to identify issues, analyze data, synthesize information, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Growth Mindset: A curiosity and commitment to continuous learning, with a strong desire to develop expertise in index construction, financial benchmarks, and evolving global regulatory frameworks.
• Documentation Proficiency: Expertise in writing clear, concise reports that convey complex information in an understandable manner.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent time management, prioritization, and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex information to diverse audiences. Comfort and confidence in speaking to groups, including both internal teams and external stakeholders or clients, including those unfamiliar with the subject matter.
• Team-Oriented: A highly motivated team player who demonstrates integrity and courage in all endeavors.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment where priorities may shift based on regulatory updates.

Preferred Qualifications

• Programming Skills: Familiarity with programming languages/tools such as SQL, VBA, Matlab, Python, and other database query tools.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of financial indexes, exchange-traded products, and structured products and related global regulations.

This role is hybrid (3 days in the office/week) - based in New York City, NY. Salary Range: $85,000K/year - $95,000K/year USD Salary Range included is a guideline only. The salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate's relevant knowledge, skills, and experience. In the market for… Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success. Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work. Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy. Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger we. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived! Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth. Please note that our company is not currently sponsoring work permit applications and the applicant must be authorized to work in the country where this position is located. TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it.