Index Research Analyst

Weplace (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Financial Institution is seeking an Index Research Analyst based in Johannesburg to calculate, manage, and develop financial indices. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Economics, Finance, or Statistics and a minimum of 2 years of experience in the financial services sector. Key responsibilities include data analysis, client liaison, and market trend tracking. This position promises a dynamic work environment within a reputable organization.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 with a degree in Economics, Finance, or Statistics is essential.
• 2+ years of financial service experience including banking or asset management.
• Proficiency in Excel and other basic software applications.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and manage indices accurately.
• Conduct research on various financial instruments.
• Track and present market trends.
• Liaise with clients regarding index-related information.
• Perform portfolio analysis and data recon.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Client liaising

Performance attribution calculation

Market trend analysis

Education

Grade 12 + Degree in Economics, Finance, or Statistics

Preferred: Degree in Economics, Finance, or Statistics

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Word

Access

Job description

Reference: JHB******-SS-2

Our client, a leading Financial Institution, is looking for an Index Research Analyst to join their team.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Job Purpose: To accurately calculate, re-balance, manage, and develop indices while assisting clients with index-related information.

• Analyse financial data.
• Track market trends.
• Present findings.
• Responsible for conducting research on various financial instruments and compiling information related to various indices.
• Liaising with clients.
• Experience with key performance indicators.
• Portfolio analysis.
• Data Recon.
• Calculate performance attribution.

EDUCATION

• Essential Qualification: Grade 12 + Degree in Economics, Finance, or Statistics.
• Preferred Qualification: Degree in Economics, Finance, or Statistics.

EXPERIENCE

• Financial Service Experience (e.g., Banking, Asset management).
• 2+ years’ experience.
• Excel experience.

JOB CONTENT

• Results Delivery.
• Stakeholder Relationship Management.
• Process Management.
• Self-Management.
• Transformation and Innovation Management.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Administrative procedures and systems.
• Basic software applications (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Internet, Email).

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