Index data management sme analyst

Requirements

• Proven experience working with index or benchmark data within an asset management environment
• Strong understanding of index construction, maintenance and blended benchmarks
• Experience using vendor platforms such as FactSet and working with downstream systems
• Analytical mindset with the confidence to question data and challenge root causes
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships

Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert for benchmark and index data used across Aberdeen
• Take ownership of complex index-related queries and support front office teams, ensuring benchmark data is accurate, timely and fit for purpose
• Analyze, validate and resolve complex index data issues and valuation queries
• Work closely with index vendors such as MSCI, FTSE, S&P and FactSet to investigate data challenges
• Support front office, performance and fund teams with benchmark‑related analysis
• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities within index data processes
• Maintain high analytical judgement, challenging data and processes when necessary
• Operate as a highly visible role requiring strong analytical judgement and the confidence to challenge data and processes where needed
• Report from Edinburgh within the Public Market Operations function