Associate Director, Volatility Indices

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

12

The Impact :

S&P DJI indices are used as the basis of investment products and to benchmark portfolio performance. S&P DJI indices are the foundation of some of the world's leading exchange traded derivatives, ETFs, structured products, OTC instruments, index funds in addition to being the benchmark for investment portfolios.

S&P Dow Jones Indices is seeking a Product Manager to join the Global Exchanges Team. This team is a core pillar of the Equity Icons product group at S&P Dow Jones Indices and is responsible for providing client solutions, insights and thought leadership, and driving the product strategy and financial health of the product line. The product coverage includes widely followed index series including the S&P/ASX Australian Indices, S&P/TSX Canadian Indices and the Cboe Volatility Index "VIX". In addition, the team works across asset categories to grow and deepen the ecosystem of derivative products based on S&P DJI Indices with our global exchange partners.

You will report to a sub-chapter lead within the Product Management Chapter and be part of an agile cross-functional team accountable to deliver on the team's strategy and goals. You will be responsible for driving initiatives related to VIX, S&P VIX Futures Indices and other related offerings such as the Cboe S&P 500 Dispersion Index but will also contribute to other strategic initiatives within the team.

Responsibilities :

Product Management:

A client focused and execution minded mentality

• Serve as subject matter expert and product lead for volatility related product lines including VIX, VIX Futures Indices and the Cboe S&P 500 Dispersion Index.

• Collaborate with strategic partners, clients and internal stakeholders to enhance and grow the volatility index franchise

• Act as "voice of the end-customer". Proactively seek customer feedback to learn and better understand their needs and requirements and ensure end-to-end delivery of features

• Support product sales in key engagements with deep knowledge of S&P DJI's products and key capabilities and offerings, as needed

• Partner with the Commercial team to develop and deepen relationships with clients and internal/external stakeholders, supporting the franchise of S&P DJI's products through initiatives such as product education

• May present annually at select industry events, professional associations, conferences, or other activities deemed strategic priorities as the subject matter expert

• Analyze market trends and competitors, and derive conclusions for strategic planning of product direction and features

• Identify growth opportunities and develop robust pipeline of growth for existing business, indices, and builds

Agile Adoption, Vision and Values :

• Become a champion for agile and a catalyst for continuous improvement - role models' agile principles and behaviors

• Participate and engage in Agile ceremonies on a multidisciplinary Team (e.g., Daily Standups, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, Sprint Retrospectives)

• Maintain and provide input into the backlog and other Agile artifacts, treating these as living documents

• Be open to constructive feedback and adopt a continuous improvement mindset

• Enforce and adhere to Team norms

• Demonstrate flexibility when working in globally distributed Teams

What's in it for you

You will join a high performing team where you will have the opportunity to learn from local and international colleagues while overseeing S&P DJI's volatility index products. As the investment industry is undergoing a tremendous structural shift brought about by technological changes and by the shift from active to passive investing, this position sits squarely at the epicenter of this evolution.

The role will allow the Associate Director to have impactful exposure to multiple groups within S&P DJI (Marketing and Communications, Channel management, Research & Design, Index Development, Client Coverage, and others), to clients such as structured product desks, asset managers and asset owners, exchanges, and other financial technology and data players. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of an iconic leading benchmark provider, bringing independent, transparent, innovative index solutions to the global investment community.

What we're looking for

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in finance or a related field is required

• Masters degree or equivalent in a relevant field or progress towards a CFA Charter holder is a plus

• Expertise related to volatility derivatives and indices and other options-based strategies

• Understanding of the investment process, investment management industry, portfolio theory, and financial markets is required

• Knowledge of indexing, passive investing and understanding of S&P DJI volatility indices is desired

• The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in product development and/or research

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills as well as attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Programming skills (Python, VBA, others) are preferred

• Knowledge of analytical platforms such as FactSet, Capital IQ, Evestment and Morningstar is preferred

Critical experiences :

• Previous experience with volatility derivatives and indices with proven record of successfully delivering solutions to clients

• Demonstrated cross-cultural and cross-functional effectiveness - experience collaborating with multiple teams and across functions

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $135,000 to $165,000. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, visit ~~~ .

Right to Work Requirements:

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

Return to Work:

Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative, Restart, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.

About S&P Global Dow Jones Indic e s

At S&P Dow Jones Indices, we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. We're the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500® and the Dow Jones Industrial Average®. More assets are invested in products based upon our indices than any other index provider in the world. With over USD 7.4 trillion in passively managed assets linked to our indices and over USD 11.3 trillion benchmarked to our indices, our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance, evaluating portfolios and developing investment strategies.

S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world's foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world's leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit ~~~/spdji .

What's In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That's why we provide everything you-and your career-need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation - Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn't stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

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20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), PDMGDV202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority - Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)

Job ID: 295216

Posted On: 2024-01-03

Location: New York, New York, United States