Index Strategy Analyst: ETF Flows & Market Structure

Selby Jennings; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Selby Jennings represents a top client hedge fund in New York seeking an experienced Index Analyst to identify and monetize opportunities from index events and ETF activity. You will work with portfolio managers, analysts, and traders to produce actionable research that enhances performance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, rigorous quantitative analysis, and communicating clear investment ideas to senior professionals. A strong track record in index research and market structure is essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience in index analysis.
• Experience analyzing ETF and passive fund flows.
• Proven ability to conduct event-driven research and translate findings into investment ideas.
• Strong understanding of global equity indices and benchmark construction methodologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to present to senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze index events across major equity indices globally.
• Develop trading ideas from passive fund flows, ETF activity and index changes.
• Conduct event-driven research on market structure dislocations and special situations.
• Provide differentiated analysis on passive ownership trends, liquidity, and benchmark-driven activity.
• Communicate opportunities to investment teams and support trade implementation.
• Build relationships with brokers, index providers, and sell-side researchers to gather intelligence.

Skills

Index analysis

ETF & passive flow analysis

Event-driven research

Equity strategy

Market structure research

Quantitative analysis

Communication skills

Job description

Selby Jennings represents a top client hedge fund in New York seeking an experienced Index Analyst to identify and monetize opportunities from index events and ETF activity. You will work with portfolio managers, analysts, and traders to produce actionable research that enhances performance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, rigorous quantitative analysis, and communicating clear investment ideas to senior professionals. A strong track record in index research and market structure is essential.