Career Opportunity: Factor Analyst, Data Analytics - Equities at LSEG

Join our dynamic Data Analytics team, which is part of the Index Data Management group within the FTSE Russell business at the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG). Our team is customer-focused and technology-enabled, producing unique analytics and data derivations that drive insight and value for our partners.

Role Overview: Factor Analyst

We are seeking a Factor Analyst who will report to a Manager within the Data Analytics team. This role involves developing, maintaining, and monitoring derived data such as Price Earnings Ratios. The successful candidate will be responsible for the timely, efficient, and accurate review of derived data during all index review periods and will work with team members on data projects to improve and optimize workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Creation and Maintenance of High-Quality Equity Fundamental Factors
• Create and document methodologies behind analytics, working with Research and external clients
• Specify requirements and collaborate closely with Technology for implementation
• Test output of data derivations ensuring accuracy of calculations
• Wrangle data from internal and external sources into standardized data models
• Create and monitor quality control checks on raw and derived data
• Respond efficiently to client questions, providing root cause analysis and action plans
• Assist in producing regular reports and develop new products in data and technology

Communication & Partner Engagement

• Produce data visualizations and data quality reports for management and partners
• Document technical requirements to ensure smooth implementation with technology partners
• Deliver clear and accurate analysis to aid partner discussions
• Build trust with partners by meeting and understanding their requests in a timely and professional manner

Key Behaviors

• Adopt a pragmatic, flexible, and responsive approach
• Create robust and repeatable processes to deliver high-quality results
• Suggest changes and innovations to improve current methods
• Work collaboratively with teams in multiple locations
• Maintain constructive relationships with partners across the group
• Adhere to LSEG’s internal controls and standards in data and document management

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of accounting principles, and fundamental and valuation analysis
• Experience with market data, including corporate actions, currency changes & common market identifiers
• Solid grasp of data management theories with 3-5 years of practical experience
• Advanced computer literacy including MS Office, programming languages (R, Python), and SQL
• Customer-focused with understanding of investment manager workflows
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; proven team player
• Degree level education or equivalent

About LSEG

The London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. We drive financial stability, empower economies, and enable customers to create sustainable growth. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence, and Change underpin our purpose and guide our everyday actions.

Working with LSEG means being part of a dynamic organization of 25,000 people across 65 countries. We value individuality and strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We are committed to sustainability and re-engineering the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth, aiming for net-zero transitions and green economy development.

Our Benefits

We offer a range of tailored benefits, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days, and wellbeing initiatives. LSEG is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, respecting and valuing diversity in our workplace.

Equal Opportunities Employer: We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected status. We accommodate religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health and physical disability needs. Please read our privacy notice for further information.

Job Title: Factor Analyst, Data Analytics