Index Analyst/Associate (m/f/d) Equity Rebalancing

Company Description

Since its creation in 2007 in the financial city of Frankfurt am Main, Solactive AG has grown to one of the key players in the indexing space. The German multi-asset index provider focusses on tailor-made indices, offering to its clients a faster service, with greater flexibility and at a reasonable cost. Solactive AG and its subsidiaries have become one of the fastest growing index providers over the past few years and support the leading investment banks and asset managers across the globe. We have gained global recognition for our role in the Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) industry, where we rank among the top providers worldwide for underlying indices. We also excel in diverse areas such as Structured Products and investment mandates, showcasing the wide range of our capabilities. The impact and value we bring to the market is palpable, but also in the reputation we have proudly built by being close to our customers, solidifying Solactive AG as a trusted and reliable ally in the ever-evolving global financial landscape.

Job Overview

Are you passionate about investing, portfolio management, and capital markets? Do you keep a pulse on the latest trends in thematic indices, ETFs, structured products and innovative investment strategies? We are looking for someone with a quantitative academic background, professional experience in equity markets, derivatives, or index maintenance, and a curiosity for trends in investing. If you thrive on data-driven analysis, idea generation, and client collaboration, you will fit right in. Work with us in an international, fast-paced environment where analytical rigor meets clear communication.

Your Tasks

• Manage and oversee a diverse portfolio of thematic equity indices, balancing operational execution with an understanding of the underlying investment strategy to ensure accuracy, stability, and timely delivery across all rebalancing cycles.

• Execute systematic, rules-based selection and rebalancing of both Solactive and client indices.

• Conduct research on thematic investment trends and apply quantitative, rules-based approaches for index construction, weighting, and systematic rebalancing.

• Act as a key contact for an international client base, including leading investment banks, asset managers, hedge funds, and trading desks - translating complex thematic concepts into clear, actionable insights.

• Develop, enhance, and maintain index algorithms within the company’s framework.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in index operations.

• Collaborate closely with data engineers, business analysts and developers throughout the software development lifecycle.

Your Profile

• Academic degree in Quantitative Finance, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, or Engineering

• At least 2 years of experience in index or equity markets operations, or in a similar process-driven financial environment, with exposure to quantitative models, portfolio concepts, or systematic investment strategies

• Familiarity with thematic investing concepts, investment strategies, portfolio optimization or a related field

• Innovative, analytical thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and high attention to detail

• Excellent communication and client relationship skills, with the ability to clearly explain investment concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences

• Highly organized, capable of managing multiple operational cycles and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset and intercultural competence

• Proficiency in programming languages preferably in Python, though experience in VBA, MATLAB, or SQL is also valued

Our Offer

• Global Team: Join our motivated international team at Solactive

• FinTech Excellence: Experience innovation and excellence in FinTech

• Modern Culture: Thrive in a flat-hierarchy, startup-like environment

• Vacation & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 30 annual vacation days plus extra time off for Christmas Eve and New Year

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive a market-competitive salary, job ticket, gym membership, and access to Corporate Benefits

• Employer Pension Contribution: Benefit from the occupational pension scheme (bAV)

• Professional Development & Certifications: Grow personally and professionally, with support for certifications and training opportunities

• Community & Networking: Participate in networking and team engagement events

• Flexibility: Embrace a hybrid work model in a diverse and dynamic environment