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Index Management
Vice President (m/f/d) Equity Rebalancing
full-time
Frankfurt am Main
Index Management
Company Description
Solactive AG is a FinTech company operating globally and growing at a fast pace, headquartered in Frankfurt. Since 2007, we develop tailor-made and multi-asset class index solutions for ETFs and other index-linked investment products for the leading global investment banks and asset managers as our clients. Flexibility, efficiency and providing the highest quality are at the heart and soul of our business philosophy. We are now hiring!
Job Overview
Are you passionate about capital markets, index investing, and client-facing investment solutions? Do you thrive at the intersection of investment strategy, portfolio construction, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, international environment? We are seeking a highly experienced and client-focused capital markets professional to take ownership of a portfolio of quantitative equity indices while serving as a trusted partner to a global client base. The successful candidate will combine a strong understanding of financial markets and quantitative investment strategies with excellent communication and relationship-management skills, translating complex concepts into clear, actionable insights for clients and stakeholders across global markets.
Your Tasks
- Manage and oversee a diverse portfolio of quantitative equity indices, ensuring the accurate and timely execution of all rebalancing activities while maintaining a strong understanding of the underlying investment strategies and client objectives.
- Serve as a senior point of contact for an international client base, including leading investment banks, asset managers, hedge funds, and trading desks, acting as a trusted advisor on index methodologies, rebalancing outcomes, and quantitative investment strategies.
- Lead and coordinate the resolution of client inquiries, escalations, and complex index-related issues, delivering clear, actionable guidance and ensuring a high standard of client service.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, scalability, and service quality across index management and client support processes.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Data, Engineering, and Product, to ensure seamless end-to-end delivery and the successful implementation of client requirements.
Your Profile
- Academic degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Financial Mathematics, or Engineering.
- At least 6 years of experience in equity markets execution, portfolio management, index management, or in a similar process-driven financial environment.
- Strong understanding of equity markets, ETFs, index construction, or systematic investment strategies.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex topics to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong sense of ownership, able to operate independently and manage operational responsibility across multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to handle time-sensitive operational workflows.
- Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset and intercultural competence.
- Proficiency in Python is an asset.
- Fluency in English.
Our Offer
- Global Team: Join our motivated international team at Solactive.
- FinTech Excellence: Experience innovation and excellence in FinTech.
- Modern Culture: Thrive in a flat-hierarchy, startup-like environment.
- Vacation & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 30 annual vacation days plus extra time off for Christmas Eve and New Year.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive a market-competitive salary, job ticket, gym membership, and access to Corporate Benefits.
- Employer Pension Contribution: Benefit from the occupational pension scheme (bAV).
- Professional Development & Certifications: Grow personally and professionally, with support for certifications and training opportunities.
- Community & Networking: Participate in networking and team engagement events.
- Flexibility: Embrace a hybrid work model in a diverse and dynamic environment.
Your Application
Interested? Don’t miss your chance and directly apply online by clicking the “Apply now” button on our website and filling in the application form. Please make sure to also upload your CV, a cover letter is not compulsory. If you have any questions, reach out to (careers@solactive.com). We are looking forward to hearing from you!
For further information, please visit: Career | Working at Solactive
To all recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited CVs/Candidate Profiles. Please do not forward any CVs/Candidate Profiles to any Solactive employee in any location. Any requests for cooperation have to be addressed directly to HR. Any costs associated with unsolicited CVs/Candidate Profiles are not being covered by Solactive.
For further information, please visit: Career | Working at Solactive
To all recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited CVs/Candidate Profiles. Please do not forward any CVs/Candidate Profiles to any Solactive employee in any location. Any requests for cooperation have to be addressed directly to HR. Any costs associated with unsolicited CVs/Candidate Profiles are not being covered by Solactive.
Solactive AG is a FinTech company operating globally and growing at a fast pace, headquartered in Frankfurt. Since 2007, we develop tailor-made and multi-asset class index solutions for ETFs and other index-linked investment products for the leading global investment banks and asset managers as our clients. Flexibility, efficiency and providing the highest quality are at the heart and soul of our business philosophy. We are now hiring!
Are you passionate about capital markets, index investing, and client-facing investment solutions? Do you thrive at the intersection of investment strategy, portfolio construction, and operational excellence in a fast-paced, international environment? We are seeking a highly experienced and client-focused capital markets professional to take ownership of a portfolio of quantitative equity indices while serving as a trusted partner to a global client base. The successful candidate will combine a strong understanding of financial markets and quantitative investment strategies with excellent communication and relationship-management skills, translating complex concepts into clear, actionable insights for clients and stakeholders across global markets. - Manage and oversee a diverse portfolio of quantitative equity indices, ensuring the accurate and timely execution of all rebalancing activities while maintaining a strong understanding of the underlying investment strategies and client objectives.
- Serve as a senior point of contact for an international client base, including leading investment banks, asset managers, hedge funds, and trading desks, acting as a trusted advisor on index methodologies, rebalancing outcomes, and quantitative investment strategies.
- Lead and coordinate the resolution of client inquiries, escalations, and complex index-related issues, delivering clear, actionable guidance and ensuring a high standard of client service.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, scalability, and service quality across index management and client support processes.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Data, Engineering, and Product, to ensure seamless end-to-end delivery and the successful implementation of client requirements.
- Academic degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Financial Mathematics, or Engineering.
- At least 6 years of experience in equity markets execution, portfolio management, index management, or in a similar process-driven financial environment.
- Strong understanding of equity markets, ETFs, index construction, or systematic investment strategies.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex topics to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong sense of ownership, able to operate independently and manage operational responsibility across multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to handle time-sensitive operational workflows.
- Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset and intercultural competence.
- Proficiency in Python is an asset.
- Fluency in English.
- Global Team: Join our motivated international team at Solactive.
- FinTech Excellence: Experience innovation and excellence in FinTech.
- Modern Culture: Thrive in a flat-hierarchy, startup-like environment.
- Vacation & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 30 annual vacation days plus extra time off for Christmas Eve and New Year.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive a market-competitive salary, job ticket, gym membership, and access to Corporate Benefits.
- Employer Pension Contribution: Benefit from the occupational pension scheme (bAV).
- Professional Development & Certifications: Grow personally and professionally, with support for certifications and training opportunities.
- Community & Networking: Participate in networking and team engagement events.
- Flexibility: Embrace a hybrid work model in a diverse and dynamic environment.
For further information, please visit: Career | Working at Solactive
To all recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited CVs/Candidate Profiles. Please do not forward any CVs/Candidate Profiles to any Solactive employee in any location. Any requests for cooperation have to be addressed directly to HR. Any costs associated with unsolicited CVs/Candidate Profiles are not being covered by Solactive.
Recruiting process
It really is all about the people.
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1.
Screening CallRecruiter
The screening / introduction round is focus on assessment of a candidate's basic qualifications and determine whether (s)he is a good fit for the role and the company.
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Meeting the teamHiring manager + team
The team round is focused on the candidate’s subject-matter know-how and abilities. The interviewer will ask questions specific to the job and the candidate’s prior experience. The candidate will be expected to provide specific examples to demonstrate his/her subject- matter knowledge.
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3.
Task roundFrom the hiring manager + team
This one is an optional round, primarily targeted towards technical roles such as developers, that aims to filter out unfit candidates based on their coding skills.
As part of the optional task round, the candidate will be given a home task to solve within a specified Roopalieline, which they will need to complete and send back to the hiring team for evaluation. -
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Management talkHR business partner + Department Head / C-Level
The management round is the opportunity for the candidate to show qualifications and motivation for the role, from a strategic company-fit point of view.
Moreover, it is an opportunity for the candidate to learn more about the company's culture and vision.
Hello!
We’re constantly looking for talented people to join us, and have opportunities available in a wide variety of roles.
Roopali, Human Resources
Do you need your own index?
We constantly develop tailor-made and multi-asset class index solutions.