
Vice President, Operations & Technology (Index Operations)
- Singapore
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee daily index calculation, maintenance, and publication processes across all SGX indices
- Manage end-to-end index operations including corporate actions processing, index reviews, and rebalancing constituent changes
- Ensure high reliability and accuracy in the real-time index calculation systems
- Support compliance with global index governance standards and best practices, including IOSCO principles
- Lead quarterly and annual index reviews, managing stakeholder communications and implementation of changes
- Establish and maintain robust operational controls, risk management frameworks, and business continuity procedures
- Drive innovation in index methodology and product development to meet evolving market needs and regulatory requirements
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and customers including asset managers, ETF providers, and index users
- Support business development initiatives to expand index licensing and commercialization opportunities
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of index analysts, operations specialists, and technology professionals
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence
- Provide mentorship and career development opportunities for team members
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams including Technology, Risk Management, Market Operations, and Business Development
- Ensure full compliance with MAS regulations and international index governance standards
- Manage regulatory reporting requirements and coordinate with compliance teams
- Oversee index methodology documentation and maintain transparency in index operations
- Lead internal and external audits related to index operations
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related quantitative field; MBA or CFA preferred
- Extensive experience in index management or financial markets operations, ideally with leadership exposure
- Proven track record in index operations at major exchanges, index providers, or asset management firms
- Solid understanding of index construction methodologies and financial market data systems. Familiarity with equity markets, derivatives and ETF structures is a plus.
- Experience with regulatory frameworks governing index operations and financial benchmarks
- Demonstrated strong leadership and communication skills. Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment