Team Lead - Index Review

Role Profile

The Team Lead - Index Review role sits within the Chief Data Office's organisation which is part of the Information Services Division.The Index Review team are ultimately responsible for the review, rebalance, and reconstitution of the FTSE Russell index / product portfolio. It is a global group, with teams in Hong Kong, London, New York, Seattle, Fort Mill and Taipei. The group operates a follow the sun model" with work as a single team across the different time-zones.

Key Responsibilities

FTSE Russell Index Review team in Taipei is a newly established team that has been put in place to work closely with the Hong Kong Index Review team and other global teams in an index rebalancing support capacity. The team is responsible for the support/assisting of the day-to-day management of the FTSE Russell Indexes and Products. Key areas of responsibility will include:

• Responsible for conducting / quality checking the periodic rebalance process of indexes and/or the associated implementation of any changes, in accordance with review schedule.
• Work closely with Hong Kong Index Review Team or other Global Team to coordinate the periodic review schedule, ensuring all index rebalance and related processes are covered according to schedule and allocated in the best manner for delivering at expected quality.
• Lead the Index Review Team by maintaining high morale, motivating the team to work both independently and as a team player to deliver all review rebalance process and related tasks by deadlines at highest quality. Identify and drive training and development needs of the team.
• Ensure all review rebalancing processes are in line with FTSE Russell index ground rules and policies; documentation, procedures and processes are all up-to-date.
• Escalate to line manager any issues/concerns and report exceptions in a timely manner.
• Manage the team in timely investigation and resolution of any client queries relevant to your role and areas of expertise.
• Able to identify, highlight and recommend to your line manager any process improvements or efficiencies that will improve the levels of quality, productivity & client service.
• Participate as and when required in any projects or initiatives, supporting the on-boarding of new business into the team.
• Strive to constantly improve your skills through any training & development that is available.
• Support your line manager in any functions as and when required.
• Promote a good teamwork ethic across the teams (including other offices), actively encouraging interaction and providing assistance to others where required.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• It is expected that with limited supervision the individual will deliver each of the key objectives of the role identified above, working to strict deadlines and to the highest degree of accuracy. It is therefore expected that the individual will have:
• A degree in finance, economics, or equivalent experience required.
• At least five years' experience within the financial industry and at least two years of proven team leadership and management experience.
• Understanding of the investment management and portfolio construction across asset classes.
• Knowledge of performance measurement and portfolio analysis concepts.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize effectively, handle multiple projects under tight deadlines, identify/ flag/resolve potential issues early on
• Proficient Excel/VBA skills
• Able to write SQL queries to interrogate and extract data from databases
• Knowledge of Thomson-Reuters(Refinitiv)/Factset is beneficial
• A proven track record for achievement in delivering a high quality service.

Type of person

• Dynamic, enthusiastic and responsive to change.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure.
• Logical and structured approach.
• Ability to pay meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective written and spoken communication and presentation skills.

General

• Comfortable with flexible hours
• Team player
• Highly motivated
• Self-starter

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