About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

13

The Team

Reporting to the Head of Commercial Business Intelligence at S&P DJI, this team delivers research and insights that drive strategic and commercial decisions. They track industry trends, competitor activity, and client needs to inform market positioning and business growth.

The Role

We’re looking for a Director, Index Commercial Intelligence to lead index market intelligence efforts—analyzing key trends, identifying market opportunities, and producing insights that shape strategy. This role plays a critical part in reinforcing S&P DJI’s leadership and articulating our value in the indexed products space.

Responsibilities

• Analyze industry trends, fund launches, and market gaps.
• Conduct client and competitor due diligence to inform strategy.
• Develop external reports and educational content that communicate our market position and value proposition.
• Build internal market scorecards, leadership stats, and strategic updates.
• Work with internal teams to translate insights into business growth strategies.
• Serve as a thought leader, providing industry expertise to stakeholders and clients.

What We’re Looking For

• 10+ years of experience in financial markets with a strong focus on research and data-driven analysis.
• Deep understanding of market structure, investment processes, and financial data.
• Strong research, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Experience developing insights that support commercial decision-making and thought leadership.
• Proficiency with key financial datasets such as Morningstar, FactSet, Bloomberg, and Capital IQ is preferred.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools like Python, R, SQL, and VBA is a plus.
• Master’s degree or CFA Charterholder is a plus.

Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only):

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $215,000. 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

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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