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About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use):12 The Impact: S&P DJI indices are used as the basis of investment products and to benchmark portfolio performance. S&P DJI indices are the foundation of some of the world’s leading exchange traded derivatives, ETFs, structured products, OTC instruments, index funds in addition to being the benchmark for investment portfolios. S&P Dow Jones Indices is seeking a Product Manager to join the Global Exchanges Team. This team is a core pillar of the Equity Icons product group at S&P Dow Jones Indices and is responsible for providing client solutions, insights and thought leadership, and driving the product strategy and financial health of the product line. The product coverage includes widely followed index series including the S&P/ASX Australian Indices, S&P/TSX Canadian Indices and the Cboe Volatility Index “VIX”. In addition, the team works across asset categories to grow and deepen the ecosystem of derivative products based on S&P DJI Indices with our global exchange partners. You will report to a sub-chapter lead within the Product Management Chapter and be part of an agile cross-functional team accountable to deliver on the team’s strategy and goals. You will be responsible for driving initiatives related to VIX, S&P VIX Futures Indices and other related offerings such as the Cboe S&P 500 Dispersion Index but will also contribute to other strategic initiatives within the team. Responsibilities: Product Management: A client focused and execution minded mentality
- Serve as subject matter expert and product lead for volatility related product lines including VIX, VIX Futures Indices and the Cboe S&P 500 Dispersion Index.
- Collaborate with strategic partners, clients and internal stakeholders to enhance and grow the volatility index franchise
- Act as “voice of the end-customer”. Proactively seek customer feedback to learn and better understand their needs and requirements and ensure end-to-end delivery of features
- Support product sales in key engagements with deep knowledge of S&P DJI’s products and key capabilities and offerings, as needed
- Partner with the Commercial team to develop and deepen relationships with clients and internal/external stakeholders, supporting the franchise of S&P DJI’s products through initiatives such as product education
- May present annually at select industry events, professional associations, conferences, or other activities deemed strategic priorities as the subject matter expert
- Analyze market trends and competitors, and derive conclusions for strategic planning of product direction and features
- Identify growth opportunities and develop robust pipeline of growth for existing business, indices, and builds
- Become a champion for agile and a catalyst for continuous improvement – role models' agile principles and behaviors
- Participate and engage in Agile ceremonies on a multidisciplinary Team (e.g., Daily Standups, Backlog Refinement, Sprint Reviews, Sprint Retrospectives)
- Maintain and provide input into the backlog and other Agile artifacts, treating these as living documents
- Be open to constructive feedback and adopt a continuous improvement mindset
- Enforce and adhere to Team norms
- Demonstrate flexibility when working in globally distributed Teams
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent in finance or a related field is required
- Masters degree or equivalent in a relevant field or progress towards a CFA Charter holder is a plus
- Expertise related to volatility derivatives and indices and other options-based strategies
- Understanding of the investment process, investment management industry, portfolio theory, and financial markets is required
- Knowledge of indexing, passive investing and understanding of S&P DJI volatility indices is desired
- The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in product development and/or research
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills as well as attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Programming skills (Python, VBA, others) are preferred
- Knowledge of analytical platforms such as FactSet, Capital IQ, Evestment and Morningstar is preferred
- Previous experience with volatility derivatives and indices with proven record of successfully delivering solutions to clients
- Demonstrated cross-cultural and cross-functional effectiveness – experience collaborating with multiple teams and across functions
- Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
- Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
- Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
- Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
- Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
- Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
About the Company
S&P Global
United States
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