Director, Equity Index Operations jobs in United States
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ICE · 1 day ago

Director, Equity Index Operations

ICE is a leading company in financial services, and they are seeking a Director of Equity Index Operations. This role will lead operational processes for equity index products, ensuring accuracy and timeliness while driving continuous improvement and automation.

E-CommerceFashionJewelryMarketplace

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor and develop a team of index operations analysts to ensure the daily accuracy of input data, corporate action implementation, index calculation and rebalancing and the timely delivery of data to customers
Design and implement internal controls around the management of raw input data and derived data used in the indices
Assess novel datasets for onboarding to the operations workflow, designing appropriate automated checks and quality control metrics and processes
Work with other teams within ICE Data Services providing reference data, pricing and analytics to ensure the quality and timeliness of data used in the indices
Identify workflow gaps and drive automation with technology partners to reduce risk, increase efficiency, and scale operations

Qualification

Equity operations experienceAdvanced Python programmingSQL expertiseLeadership in operations managementEquity marketsIndex methodologies expertiseData science skillsAnalytical problem-solvingOrganizational capabilitiesAutonomousDecisive decision-makerCommunication skillsDetail-orientedCollaborative

Required

Undergraduate degree, preferably in Math, Finance, Economics or Computer Science
10+ years of experience in equity operations, index operations, or related financial services role
Advanced Python programming for automation, data manipulation, and workflow optimization
Strong SQL expertise for data analysis, querying, and database management
Deep knowledge of equity markets, index methodologies, and corporate action processing
Experience with index calculation platforms and market data systems
Proven leadership in operations management with focus on quality and efficiency
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail
Thrives under pressure, prioritizing competing demands while maintaining client-centric focus
Excellent communication skills across all mediums
Detail-oriented with strong organizational capabilities
Effective in both collaborative and autonomous environments
Decisive decision-maker under pressure
Proven leadership driving projects to completion with decisiveness and accountability

Preferred

Relevant financial markets and performance measurement certifications (eg, CFA, CIPM)
Knowledge of and experience with commodity futures contracts and other financial derivatives, such as options and options strategies
Data science skills (pandas, numpy, statistical analysis) for advanced assessment and process automation
Experience with portfolio analytics and performance attribution
Background in financial data operations or index provider environment
Track record of implementing process improvements that deliver measurable ROI

Benefits

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental and vision)
A 401(k) plan
Life insurance
Time off
Paid leave for qualifying circumstances

Company

ICE

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We are building the largest jewelry marketplace.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$49M
Key Investors
Polaris Partners
2017-12-07Acquired
2016-03-15Series Unknown
2015-07-01Seed· $2M

Leadership Team

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Joseph Albert
Chief Technology Officer
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David Farrell
Chief Operating Officer, ICE Futures U.S.
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