Private Assets Product Intern

MSCI • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Private Assets Product team is responsible for ideating on, planning, scoping, and launching products that support a number of client segments and asset classes across the private markets. At MSCI, we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our vision – to power better decisions. You’ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry. MSCI strengthens global markets by connecting participants across the financial ecosystem with a common language. Our research-based data, analytics and indexes, supported by advanced technology, set standards for global investors and help our clients understand risks and opportunities so they can make better decisions and unlock innovation. We serve asset managers and owners, private-market sponsors and investors, hedge funds, wealth managers, banks, insurers and corporates.

Requirements

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Undergraduate degree (completed or in progress), in a relevant subject, e.g., economics, finance, financial engineering, mathematics.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
• Highly driven work ethic, deep attention to detail, and good team player
• Strong analytical, data driven and problem-solving skills ; ability to break down complex issues
• Ability to prioritize effectively and work under time constraints
• Intellectual curiosity and a passion for excellence

Nice To Haves

• Experience applying Artificial Intelligence to increase productivity
• Familiarity with software development and product management practices
• Exposure to the private capital (including private wealth) domain

Responsibilities

• Working with Product and Program to document requirements for new product build
• Help with the design and development of a new client solution
• Market research and competitive intelligence-related projects
• Monitoring and effectively communicating the progress of a strategic initiative, including as it relates to client feedback
• Messaging and positioning related to new product or market segment
• Improving and automating internal processes
• Data analysis to extract and communicate insights to stakeholders

Benefits

• Salary range: $25-$35/hour
• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees