Senior Manager, Index Research and Design

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)

Senior Manager leading index research and design at FTSE Russell, integrating technology and innovation across product development. Collaborating globally with technology and engineering teams to launch new index products.

Posted 5/10/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $181,100 - $301,900 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner closely with engineering teams to translate index designs and research outputs into scalable, production-ready solutions on cloud-based platforms (e.g. AWS)
Drive the integration of new technologies, including AI/LLM capabilities, into research workflows, analytics, and product development processes
Contribute to the development of new index products, from feasibility through to implementation and launch
Develop analytical tools, frameworks, and processes that improve scalability, efficiency, and reproducibility of research

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience in equity research, index research, or quantitative investment roles
Strong understanding of index construction and portfolio techniques
Strong technical background, including hands-on experience with Python
Experience working in data-intensive analytical environments
Experience working with cloud platforms (preferably AWS)
Curiosity about and practical exposure to AI/LLM tools
Proven record to contribute to product development
Strong communication skills
Experience engaging both technical and non-technical participants
Experience operating in a multi-functional, global environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual Wellness Allowance
Paid time-off
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flex Spending & Health Savings Options
Prescription Drug plan
401(K) Savings Plan and Company match
Basic life insurance
Disability benefits
Emergency backup dependent care
Adoption assistance
Commuter assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

Pythonindex constructionportfolio techniquesdata analysiscloud computingAI toolsLLM capabilitiesanalytical toolsscalabilityefficiency

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationcuriosityengagementproduct developmentproblem-solvingadaptabilityteamworkleadershiporganizational