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Index Management
Senior Associate (m/f/d) Index Management – Equity Rebalance
full-time
Toronto
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
We’re looking for an analytically minded professional with experience in capital markets, indices, ETFs, or derivatives and a passion for investing and data-driven analysis. Join our fast-paced international team to develop innovative investment solutions, collaborate with clients, and help shape the future of index investing, with opportunities at the Senior Associate or VP level based on experience.
Your Tasks
- 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
- 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.
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.
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!
We’re looking for an analytically minded professional with experience in capital markets, indices, ETFs, or derivatives and a passion for investing and data-driven analysis. Join our fast-paced international team to develop innovative investment solutions, collaborate with clients, and help shape the future of index investing, with opportunities at the Senior Associate or VP level based on experience.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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.
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.