Senior Associate/Vice President Index Management – Equity Rebalance

Job summary

Manage and oversee a portfolio of benchmark and thematic equity indices, ensuring accurate and timely rules-based rebalancing. Act as a trusted advisor to global clients, translating complex investment concepts into actionable insights.

Job details

Job Overview Are you passionate about investing, portfolio management, and capital markets? Do you keep a pulse on the latest trends in thematic & benchmark indices, ETFs, structured products and innovative investment strategies? We are looking for a resourceful self-starter with a quantitative academic background, professional experience in equity markets, derivatives, or index maintenance, and a curiosity for trends in investing. If you thrive on data-driven analysis, idea generation, and client collaboration, you will fit right in. Work with us in an international, fast-paced environment where analytical rigor meets clear communication. Your Tasks As part of the Client Relationship Management & Advisory team, proactively cultivate relationships with a global client base, identify new business opportunities, and act as a trusted advisor to deliver exceptional client service and long-term partnership value. Manage and oversee a diverse portfolio of benchmark and thematic equity indices, balancing execution with an understanding of the underlying investment strategy to ensure accuracy, stability, and timely delivery across all rebalancing cycles. Execute systematic, rules-based selection and rebalancing of both Solactive and client indices. Conduct research on thematic investment trends and apply quantitative, rules-based approaches for index selection, weighting, and systematic rebalancing. Act as a key contact and trusted partner for an international client base in both North America and Europe, including leading investment banks, asset managers, hedge funds, and trading desks - translating complex thematic & benchmark concepts into clear, actionable insights. Enhance and maintain index algorithms and deterministic models within the company’s framework. Identify and implement robust and scalable improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in index management. Collaborate closely with data engineers, business analysts and developers throughout the software development lifecycle. Your Profile Academic degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Financial Mathematics, or Engineering. Experience in managing and fostering client relationships. At least 5 years of experience in equity markets execution, portfolio management, index management, or in a similar process-driven financial environment, with exposure to quantitative models, portfolio concepts, or systematic investment strategies. Excellent communication and client relationship skills, with the ability to clearly explain investment concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Familiarity with thematic & benchmark investing concepts, benchmarks, investment strategies, portfolio optimization or a related field. Innovative, analytical thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and high attention to detail. Highly organized, capable of managing multiple operational cycles and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset and intercultural competence. Proficiency in Python is required while experience in VBA, MATLAB, or SQL is an asset. Fluency in English is required while proficiency in other languages such as: French, German, or Spanish, is an asset. Our Offer Competitive compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary package that reflects your experience, skills, and contribution to the team. Global Team: Join our highly motivated international team with colleagues from around 50 different nationalities. FinTech Excellence: Delve into the inner workings of a thriving FinTech company. Connect with Colleagues: Be prepared for a unique opportunity to travel to Solactive's other global offices in Europe and North America, where you can meet and collaborate with your fellow professionals. Modern Culture: Enjoy our modern, flat hierarchy, and startup-like culture. Special Benefits: Healthcare coverage, modern office space, free beverages, fruits, and more. Community & Networking: Engage in our various networking and social events. Flexibility: Embrace a flexible work culture with the freedom to choose your working hours, including a hybrid work model, all within a diverse and dynamic environment. Your Application Interested? Don’t miss your chance and apply directly online by filling in the application form on our website. This role is for an existing vacancy. Please ensure you also upload your CV; a cover letter is optional. We look forward to receiving your application. For further information, please visit: www.solactive.com/career/ Please note: no artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of candidates for this position.

What you’ll do

Manage and oversee a portfolio of benchmark and thematic equity indices, ensuring accurate and timely rules-based rebalancing. Act as a trusted advisor to global clients, translating complex investment concepts into actionable insights.

Requirements

Requires a degree in Finance or Engineering and at least 5 years of experience in equity markets, index management, or portfolio management. Proficiency in Python is required, along with strong quantitative skills and client relationship management experience.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage • Modern office space • Free beverages • Free fruits • Networking and social events • Flexible working hours • Hybrid work model

Listed skills

• SQL · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Client Relationship Management · Preferred
• Python · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Index Management
• Equity Markets
• Python
• Client Relationship Management
• Quantitative Analysis
• Portfolio Management
• Derivatives
• Financial Engineering
• Thematic Investing
• Rules-based Rebalancing
• Portfolio Optimization
• VBA
• MATLAB
• SQL
• Financial Mathematics
• Data Analysis

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Data & Analytics
• Consulting
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership