Index Solutions Analyst at LegalAndGeneral

City of London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Index Evaluation, Investment Knowledge, Python, SQL, Data Analysis, Client Communication, Team Collaboration, Research Skills, Presentation Skills, Competitor Analysis, Financial Data Exploration, Technical Knowledge, Proactive Ownership, Engaging Communication, Custom Indices, Market Knowledge

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Company Description Legal & General (L&G) is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor. We’ve been safeguarding people’s financial futures since 1836, and strive to build a better society, while improving the lives of our customers and creating value for shareholders. We are one of the world’s largest asset managers and provide powerful asset origination capabilities. Together, these underpin our retirement and protection solutions: we are an international player in pension risk transfer, in UK and US life insurance, and in UK workplace pensions and retirement income. Our global asset management business provides our clients and partners with complex, responsible investment solutions, working internationally across public and private markets. Job Description We’re currently looking to hire an Index Solutions Analyst to join L&G Asset Management As Index Solutions Analyst you’ll be responsible for supporting day-to-day requests on L&G Asset Management’s custom indices. The role involves working across various business channels and regions What you’ll be doing: Updating and maintaining knowledge of LGIM's custom indices – index holdings and key performance drivers for communication to client relationship managers, distribution and clients Being the point of contact for technical and specific client queries, leveraging specialists in the team if required Creating standard presentations and RFP content to support client specific queries and lead non-standard presentation and RFP production for new custom indices Working with the Marketing team (in conjunction with the investment and distribution teams) to develop marketing materials for index funds and services Participating in Quantitative and Qualitative research – leverage programming/database skills to investigate a diverse range of data sources. Be able to communicate complex analysis and sophisticated ideas to other team members Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of the current investment market and economic issues from an index and benchmark perspective Liaising with the fund management teams to support the launch of the investment strategies with methodology documentation and fund reviews Assisting in carrying out competitor analysis of markets and product offerings Qualifications Who we’re looking for: You’ll have knowledge and understanding of how to evaluate an index; Strong investment and financial market knowledge Proven knowledge of Python or demonstrable experience with another coding language including database languages like SQL. Previous experience of working within Investment Management or finance is preferable, however we will also consider candidates with proven programming skills from other industries A strong intellect with sufficient technical and investment knowledge to be able to win the confidence of stakeholders and various investment teams Open communication style – persuasive and engaging Have previously constructed, reviewed or evaluated index/systematic strategies, and/or previous experience in evaluating benchmarks. Comfortable with large datasets and data exploration in diverse fields such as financial data Great team player, ability to work independently and proactively to take ownership of tasks, as well as part of a team Whatever your role, we reward performance and behaviour with a package that looks after all the things that are important to you. Here are some of the benefits we offer: The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemes Generous pension contribution Life assurance Healthcare Plan (permanent employees only) At least 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, 26 days after 2 years’ service. There’s also the option to buy and sell holiday Competitive family leave Participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only) There are the many discounts we offer – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online In 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heart Additional Information At L&G, we believe it's possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel. We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time, term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when we can. It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose.

Responsibilities

The Index Solutions Analyst will support day-to-day requests related to L&G Asset Management’s custom indices, acting as a point of contact for technical queries. The role involves creating presentations, conducting research, and liaising with fund management teams to support investment strategies.