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Corporate Actions Equity - Associate

ExperiencedNo visa sponsorship
MSCI logo

at MSCI

Other

Posted 15 days ago

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**Corporate Actions Equity - Associate** - Monitor markets for corporate events, employing AI tools for detection and analysis. Implement these events accurately in MSCI indexes. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, present complex scenarios to senior committees, and manage client queries. - Everyday tasks include maintaining indexes' consistency, minimizing turnover, and embracing AI for enhanced process efficiency. - Bring 2-4 years of finance experience, familiarity with AI tools, and a degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.

Compensation
Not specified

Currency: Not specified

City
Mumbai
Country
India

Full Job Description

Your Team Responsibilities

About MSCI

MSCIs research-based indexes and analytics have helped the worlds leading investors build and manage better portfolios. Clients rely on our offerings for deeper insights into the drivers of performance and risk in their portfolios, broad asset class coverage and innovative research. Our line of products and services includes indexes, analytical models, data, real estate benchmarks and ESG research. MSCI serves 99 of the top 100 largest money managers, according to the most recent P&I ranking.

For more information, visit us at www.msci.com.

Position overview:

MSCI Equity Indexes are maintained with the objective of reflecting the evolution of the underlying equity markets on a timely basis.

The Corporate Events Team is responsible for daily maintenance of index by reflecting impact of ongoing corporate events like M&As, spin-offs, bankruptcies, reorganizations and other corporate actions (e.g. stock splits, rights offerings, dividends, etc.) following the principles of replicability, consistency, continuity and minimizing turnover.

Depending on the nature of the corporate action there may be changes in index memberships, weights, size, style and industry classifications.

The team is responsible for timely identification, review and assessing the replication considerations of corporate action related changes in client portfolios in order to facilitate appropriate maintenance of the Equity Indexes.

The role is expected to leverage approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance analytical depth, improve operational efficiency, support documentation, perform quality checks, and identify anomalies or risks in corporate action processing. The incumbent will exercise sound professional judgment, adhere to MSCIs governance and risk standards, and contribute to the responsible and effective adoption of AI across Corporate Events workflows.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Monitoring activity in underlying allocated markets to capture relevant corporate events leveraging approved AI tools to support event detection, information synthesis, and monitoring efficiency.
  • Responsible for accurate implementation of these corporate events in MSCI Indexes following the principles of replicability, consistency, continuity and minimizing turnover using AI-assisted analysis and checks where appropriate, with full human oversight.
  • For complex corporate actions, make presentations with proposed implementation to senior decision-making Committees like the MSCI Equity Index Committee.
  • Ensure that the corporate actions are properly implemented in the calculation of the MSCI Indexes and are reflected in MSCI Equity products
  • Liaise with the Index Management Research team for corporate actions having impact on Quarterly and Semi-Annual Index Rebalancing.
  • Handle client queries related to corporate actions and Equity Benchmark methodology using AI tools to assist with research, response drafting, and consistency of communication.
  • Tracking the evolution of allocated markets including any change in regulation/new types of corporate events and make proposals to update client methodology and participate in client consultation.
  • Contribute to further improvising processes and applications used by the corporate events team including identification and support of AI and automation opportunities.
  • Participate in and initiate projects related to the corporate events function with an emphasis on process transformation, digitization, and responsible AI adoption.

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

  • Comfortable using AI-enabled tools to support analysis, research, and process efficiency, with an understanding of appropriate controls and validation
  • Strong interest in Finance, work experience in finance and capital markets preferred
  • Ability to summarize complex transactions and understanding of the practical aspects of index replication
  • Excellent communication skills in English.
  • Attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with good logical aptitude
  • Ability to effectively work with diverse cultures in a global team; sensitivity and appreciation for diverse cultural norms/styles. Flexible in working hours
  • Independent worker as well as good team player with a strong sense of ownership
  • 2-4 years of relevant working experience
  • Bachelor or Masters Degree in Finance, Economics or Mathematics (Including equivalents of CA, CFA, FRM, MMS, MBA). Engineering degree is preferred.

About MSCI

What we offer you

  • Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.
  • Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.
  • A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
  • A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
  • Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, AI Learning Center , LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.
  • Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.
  • We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Womens Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision to power better decisions. Youll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

To all recruitment agencies

MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location, or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes.

Note on recruitment scams

We are aware of recruitment scams where fraudsters impersonating MSCI personnel may try and elicit personal information from job seekers. Read our full note on careers.msci.com

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Corporate Actions Equity - Associate

Compensation

Not specified

City: Mumbai

Country: India

MSCI logo
Other

15 days ago

No clicks

at MSCI

ExperiencedNo visa sponsorship

**Corporate Actions Equity - Associate** - Monitor markets for corporate events, employing AI tools for detection and analysis. Implement these events accurately in MSCI indexes. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams, present complex scenarios to senior committees, and manage client queries. - Everyday tasks include maintaining indexes' consistency, minimizing turnover, and embracing AI for enhanced process efficiency. - Bring 2-4 years of finance experience, familiarity with AI tools, and a degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.

Full Job Description

Your Team Responsibilities

About MSCI

MSCIs research-based indexes and analytics have helped the worlds leading investors build and manage better portfolios. Clients rely on our offerings for deeper insights into the drivers of performance and risk in their portfolios, broad asset class coverage and innovative research. Our line of products and services includes indexes, analytical models, data, real estate benchmarks and ESG research. MSCI serves 99 of the top 100 largest money managers, according to the most recent P&I ranking.

For more information, visit us at www.msci.com.

Position overview:

MSCI Equity Indexes are maintained with the objective of reflecting the evolution of the underlying equity markets on a timely basis.

The Corporate Events Team is responsible for daily maintenance of index by reflecting impact of ongoing corporate events like M&As, spin-offs, bankruptcies, reorganizations and other corporate actions (e.g. stock splits, rights offerings, dividends, etc.) following the principles of replicability, consistency, continuity and minimizing turnover.

Depending on the nature of the corporate action there may be changes in index memberships, weights, size, style and industry classifications.

The team is responsible for timely identification, review and assessing the replication considerations of corporate action related changes in client portfolios in order to facilitate appropriate maintenance of the Equity Indexes.

The role is expected to leverage approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance analytical depth, improve operational efficiency, support documentation, perform quality checks, and identify anomalies or risks in corporate action processing. The incumbent will exercise sound professional judgment, adhere to MSCIs governance and risk standards, and contribute to the responsible and effective adoption of AI across Corporate Events workflows.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Monitoring activity in underlying allocated markets to capture relevant corporate events leveraging approved AI tools to support event detection, information synthesis, and monitoring efficiency.
  • Responsible for accurate implementation of these corporate events in MSCI Indexes following the principles of replicability, consistency, continuity and minimizing turnover using AI-assisted analysis and checks where appropriate, with full human oversight.
  • For complex corporate actions, make presentations with proposed implementation to senior decision-making Committees like the MSCI Equity Index Committee.
  • Ensure that the corporate actions are properly implemented in the calculation of the MSCI Indexes and are reflected in MSCI Equity products
  • Liaise with the Index Management Research team for corporate actions having impact on Quarterly and Semi-Annual Index Rebalancing.
  • Handle client queries related to corporate actions and Equity Benchmark methodology using AI tools to assist with research, response drafting, and consistency of communication.
  • Tracking the evolution of allocated markets including any change in regulation/new types of corporate events and make proposals to update client methodology and participate in client consultation.
  • Contribute to further improvising processes and applications used by the corporate events team including identification and support of AI and automation opportunities.
  • Participate in and initiate projects related to the corporate events function with an emphasis on process transformation, digitization, and responsible AI adoption.

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

  • Comfortable using AI-enabled tools to support analysis, research, and process efficiency, with an understanding of appropriate controls and validation
  • Strong interest in Finance, work experience in finance and capital markets preferred
  • Ability to summarize complex transactions and understanding of the practical aspects of index replication
  • Excellent communication skills in English.
  • Attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills coupled with good logical aptitude
  • Ability to effectively work with diverse cultures in a global team; sensitivity and appreciation for diverse cultural norms/styles. Flexible in working hours
  • Independent worker as well as good team player with a strong sense of ownership
  • 2-4 years of relevant working experience
  • Bachelor or Masters Degree in Finance, Economics or Mathematics (Including equivalents of CA, CFA, FRM, MMS, MBA). Engineering degree is preferred.

About MSCI

What we offer you

  • Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.
  • Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.
  • A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
  • A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
  • Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, AI Learning Center , LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.
  • Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.
  • We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Womens Leadership Forum.

At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision to power better decisions. Youll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

To all recruitment agencies

MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location, or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes.

Note on recruitment scams

We are aware of recruitment scams where fraudsters impersonating MSCI personnel may try and elicit personal information from job seekers. Read our full note on careers.msci.com

Data and Operations

Providing high-quality data at scale, that fuels our indexes, analytics, research and client solutions.

Find out more...

Indexes

Empower investors with index solutions

Investor needs are rapidly evolving, and MSCI helps our clients stay ahead of changing markets and empowers their investment strategies with index solutions designed to support their investment objectives. 

Find out more...