Senior Associate / Vice President (m/f/d) Equity Index Structuring

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 in your element when we speak about stocks, indices and the structuring of new equity investment strategies? Do you follow the latest trends in the ETF and stock markets? Are you highly motivated to take on responsibility for projects, combining your financial knowledge and technical skills, while working independently as well as in a team? A high customer orientation is an essential part of your personality? Are you highly ambitious to push things forward and to participate in shaping the further path of the thematic equity indexing business? Then you will very likely fit into our team!

Your Tasks

• Developing and implementing innovative equity index methodologies together with our reputable, global client base
• Designing equity index strategies across various focus areas, including quantitative, thematic, and ESG-driven strategies
• Developing historical performance simulations (back-testing) for defined investment strategies
• Conducting market research to understand trends and opportunities to complement and enhance our index offering
• Act as a subject matter expert in client meetings, roadshows, and sales campaigns
• Supporting clients and internal stakeholders with technical and professional expertise in equity strategies
• Drafting index guidelines and supporting documents/analysis
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices in index development
• Coordinating internal processes with our operations, sales and marketing teams for a successful index launch

Your Profile

• Academic degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Engineering or comparable programs
• 4-8 years of experience in the indexing business or other relevant fields (e.g. Portfolio Management or Structuring)
• Strong expertise in equity investment products
• Further proven programming skills in Python are essential
• Experience with data vendor terminals (e.g. FactSet) is a plus
• Delivery of timely results with focus on high quality even when confronted with tight deadlines
• Self-confidence and team-spirit
• Intercultural competence and excellent communication skills in English

Our Offer

• Global Team: Join our motivated international team at Solactive
• FinTech Excellence: Experience FinTech excellence at Solactive
• Modern Culture : Enjoy our modern, flat hierarchy and startup-like culture
• Responsibility & Connections: Take over responsibility from day one and build relationships in- and outside of the company.
• Vacation: Enjoy 30 annual vacation days, plus extra time off for Christmas Eve and New Year
• Competitive Compensation : Receive a competitive compensation package
• Special Benefits: Job ticket and gym access, access to Corporate Benefits, modern office space with ergonomic set-up, employee lounge, and free beverages and fruits
• Community & Networking : Engage in our various networking events
• Professional Development: Grow both personally and professionally through our diverse training offers
• Flexibility: Embrace a flexible work culture with the freedom to choose your work hours, including a hybrid work model, all within a diverse and dynamic environment