Research and Data - The Deal India PVT LTD
Derivia Intelligence is the world’s leading provider of critical data and market intelligence for derivatives and complex financial instruments, including structured products, futures and options.
For over 25 years, our flagship businesses have been providing these specialised sectors with an unrivalled combination of incisive and timely data, analysis and events.
Job Title – Data Research Analyst, SRP
NKPD code – 2413-6001
Reports to – Regional Team Leader and Head of Data, SRP
Department – SRP
Location - Chennai
Job Decription
Summary of Primary Role
The Research Analyst is responsible for maintaining and increase of the coverage of comprehensive databases of structured products and derivatives on www.StructuredRetailProducts.com: principally the English language databases
Main Responsibilities:
Research / Database:
- On-going maintenance of allocated databases with specific product information, including the brief descriptions in English and local language for each product
- Liaising with colleagues from other offices to make sure all main database objectives (completeness, timeliness and accuracy) are met
- Scouring financial websites for relevant products
- Liaising with companies to receive product information from them
- Gathering additional data not available via public domain sources (e.g., private banking products, confidential sales data)
- Updating product information (mainly sales volumes and product performances) every month
- Writing market analysis explaining recent trends and being engaged in the editorial aspects of the business
- Conducting surveys with clients and potential clients in various countries relevant to structured product research
- Building and maintaining a list of contacts to be used for database / research matters
- Assisting the preparation of reports for clients on monthly or ad hoc basis
- Assisting with development of any new databases, if required
- Helping maintain other databases and holiday/sickness cover when required
Editorial:
- Writing news stories relevant to structured products industry (new provider, regulation, people moves)
- Writing at least four stories per month
- Conducting one-to-one interviews (Q&A) with key people in our market
- All stories must be in compliance with the SRP guidance and house style
Sales and Marketing:
- Helping to promote company’s products (database, research reports, conferences, awards) all the time when in touch with clients
- Helping sales with account management by giving website demonstrations
- Build and maintain a list of contacts to be used for business (sales and marketing)
Other duties as requested by your immediate manager.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor/Master Degree in Finance, Business or Mathematics/Statistics
- Fluency in English
- Understanding of financial markets
- Excellent knowledge of Internet, Microsoft Office Excel/Spreadsheet applications
- Previous database administration experience
Skills, knowledge and abilities:
- Excellent numeracy
- Strong analytical skills
- A “self-starter” who can contribute to the team with minimal supervision
- Ability to work under pressure and tight schedules
- Rigorous attention to detail
- Ability to work well in a team
- Strong interpersonal, communication skills and enthusiasm
- Good command of Spanish (esp written) will be considered an advantage
We offer a competitive compensation package which empowers our employees to thrive both professionally and personally. Our benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, employer matching retirement plan, flexible work arrangements, vacation time & paid holidays, tuition reimbursement & learning resources.
Derivia Intelligence provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws
Other details
- Job Family Product Content & Data
- Pay Type Salary
- Employment Indicator Permanent
- Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India