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ISS STOXX is hiring an Index Data Research Analyst to join the dynamic Index Data Research team for our Gurugram (Haryana) 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.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Should be aware of the data pointers like Shares and FF research, Dividend research, Foreign Ownership Limit research, Withholding Tax research and Suspension research
Understand the overall business structure of the company – verify the ownership structure of various shareholders and make sure correct block/unblock rules are applied.
Basic understanding of Corporate Actions including Stock Dividend, Stock Splits, Cash Dividend and Rights offering etc.
Performing detailed analysis on any new data set onboardings and finalizing the vendors
Having a good understanding of data vendor terminals like Thomson Reuters, FactSet, Bloomberg and EDI
Displays a positive attitude towards work and understand the criticality of our business. • Basic knowledge on the equity asset class will be an advantage
Ability to work independently on strict deadlines, eye for details
Team player with an ability to work in challenging situations
Strong oral and written communication skills
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, especially PowerPoint, word and Excel
Excellent interpersonal and persuasion skills
Innovative thinker with solution-oriented approach
Education and Experience:
Master’s degree from a reputed institute with 2-3 years of primary and secondary research experience.
Experience in the financial research domain and understanding of Indexing industry would be preferred
Experience in SQL and Python is a must.
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 market data vendors (i.e., Refinitiv, Bloomberg, SIX, ICE etc.)
Fluent in English both oral and written.
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What You Can Expect from Us
At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally.
Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.
Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire.
Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.
About ISS STOXX
ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit.
STOXX® and DAX® indices comprise a global and comprehensive family of more than 17,000 strictly rules-based and transparent indices. Best known for the leading European equity indices EURO STOXX 50®, STOXX® Europe 600 and DAX®, the portfolio of index solutions consists of total market, benchmark, blue-chip, sustainability, thematic and factor-based indices covering a complete set of world, regional and country markets. STOXX and DAX indices are licensed to more than 550 companies around the world for benchmarking purposes and as underlyings for ETFs, futures and options, structured products, and passively managed investment funds. STOXX Ltd., part of the ISS STOXX group of companies, is the administrator of the STOXX and DAX indices under the European Benchmark Regulation.
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