About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

13

S&P Dow Jones Indices

The Role: Director, Fixed Income Core Product Management

The Firm

S&P Dow Jones Indices (S&P DJI) is the world’s leading resource for benchmarks and investable indices.  Our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance, evaluating portfolios, and developing investment strategies. Our fixed income indexing solutions include recognized branded indices such as those for bonds (S&P, iBoxx) and credit derivatives (CDX & iTraxx).

The Team

A global team focused on advancing fixed income index solutions for the largest asset managers, asset owner and sell side firms world-wide.  Our team is responsible for the development, production, strategy and commercialization of the core fixed income index suite for S&P and iBoxx across North America and Europe. Our indices link to live ETF AUM >$150bn.  We are expanding and innovating. This is an exciting opportunity to join a product team in a growth stage.

The Role

The team is seeking a Director with a credit / fixed income background to drive the innovation of credit oriented solutions within our fixed income index business.  The Director will ideally have a background in corporate bonds or credit and be able to apply existing knowledge to identify gaps in the market and develop new IP in the credit indexing space.  Experience in indexing is not a requirement, however understanding the usage of credit products and indices is critical.  Candidate should be able to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders, managing large-scale projects from start to end.  While coding is not required, ability to work alongside quantitative teams to manage output and solutions is critical.  The Director will also have the opportunity to manage and develop talent. 

What’s in it for you

• Opportunity to develop innovative credit products and bring them to market
• Regular interaction with major clients to develop new strategies and act as subject matter expert on methodologies
• The opportunity to be a spokesperson for a suite of high profile indices
• High visibility to senior leaders within our organization and with our key clients
• A challenging but rewarding role that requires collaboration with a wide range of internal teams and clients
• A high degree of variety where no two days are the same

Responsibilities

• Focusing on the Americas market, work with FICC team leaders to enable the growing profitability and success of product lines in all respects
• Identify gaps in credit market, secure data sources across the firm, and develop new IP alongside a team of R&D and product managers
• Partner with client coverage, channel management, capital markets and marketing teams to strengthen our relationships with all client types
• Lead product engagement and education with the clients and internal stakeholders; Serve as deep-knowledge expert on index methodologies; be able to explain these and contribute to product improvements as well as new product design
• Coordinate the index launch process from end to end; act as internal champion for indices through the launch process. Collaborate with broader PM team and stakeholders (R&D, Technology, IMPG, Governance, commercials, etc) to deliver on product goals
• Publish product support materials including presentations, papers, blogs, index analysis, and commentary. Participate in marketing events as a Fixed Income product SME, including conferences/webinars
• Publish thought leadership including presentations, papers, blogs, index analysis, and commentary
• Contribute to product innovation and enhancements, including around consultations and annual index reviews
• Manage and develop a team of multi-disciplinary Product Managers

What we’re looking for

• 7+ years of experience working with fixed income [ideally corporate credit / bonds] in the index industry or related
• Client-facing / commercial experience critical
• Experienced people leader. Willing and able to assume responsibility for managing and developing product talent across asset classes and geographies
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in mathematics, finance, or a related field
• Proven track record in product development and/or research
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills as well as attention to detail
• Strong communication skills – written, verbal and presenting
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Entrepreneurial mindset with willingness to roll up the sleeves and execute

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Masters degree or equivalent in a relevant field
• Progress towards, or obtained a CFA charter
• Knowledge of analytical platforms such as FactSet, Capital IQ, Bloomberg, MSCI / Barra, or Axioma

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $165,000 to $185,000. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, visit https://www.spgbenefitessentials.com/newhires.

Right to Work Requirements:

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

Return to Work:

Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative, Restart, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We’re more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we’re able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world’s leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• 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.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
 

20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), PDMGDV202.2 - Middle Professional Tier II (EEO Job Group), SWP Priority – Ratings - (Strategic Workforce Planning)