Who We Are
Have you ever considered the journey your computer, clothes, or household goods take to reach your doorstep? Nearly everything you own arrived via container ship in an industry essential to the global economy. Yet, this massive sector remains fraught with inefficiencies, outdated methods, and $23 billion in annual economic waste. NYSHEX is leading the transformation, bringing innovation, transparency, and efficiency to the shipping world. We are on a mission to revolutionize an industry that has seen little change in decades, and we’re just getting started.
About the Role
As our VP of Indices, you will lead the creation and development of our new financial product suite, leveraging index creation to deliver innovative and impactful solutions to our members. This role is pivotal to our strategy of building financial products that not only enhance transparency and accountability but also unlock new value across the shipping industry. You will spearhead the design and launch of these indices, working at the intersection of market analysis, data science, and financial modeling, ensuring that our indices set the standard for the industry.
This is a full-time, high-impact leadership position based in New York City, with a hybrid work model that requires office presence Monday through Wednesday. We are open to global remote for the candidate with the best experience.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Lead the development and implementation of indices as a financial product for the shipping and logistics industry, focusing on market needs and member value.
- Build and execute a strategy to create a comprehensive suite of indices that will provide transparency, benchmarking, and actionable insights for shippers and carriers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Data Science, Product, Engineering, and Sales, to ensure our indices align with customer needs and our broader business strategy.
- Act as the primary owner of index performance, adjusting methodology and data inputs as needed to ensure accuracy, relevance, and scalability.
- Partner with external stakeholders to drive adoption and engagement with our financial products, ensuring seamless integration with existing tools and workflows.
- Stay ahead of market trends, regulatory changes, and competitive landscapes to inform our index strategy and maintain our position as an industry leader.
- Serve as the thought leader and public face of NYSHEX’s index products, representing the company at industry events and with key stakeholders.
Qualifications
You are a great candidate if you have:
- 10+ years of experience in financial products, indices creation, or a related field such as market analysis, financial modeling, or data science.
- A strong track record of building and launching successful financial products, particularly indices, in a B2B or B2C environment.
- Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional teams, driving alignment between business, technical, and market needs.
- Exceptional analytical skills and data fluency, with the ability to translate complex data sets into actionable insights and strategic opportunities.
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to influence and inspire teams across different functions and levels.
- A passion for innovation and a willingness to challenge the status quo to drive growth and value creation.
- Low ego, high credibility, and the ability to navigate ambiguity and execute with urgency.
You are an exceptional candidate if you also have:
- Specific experience in logistics, shipping, or related industries.
- Familiarity with building financial indices within highly regulated environments.
- Experience managing and growing financial products in start-up or high-growth environments.
NYC Salary Disclosure
In accordance with New York City Local Law 32, the expected salary for this role is between $200,000 and $250,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package. This role may also be eligible for bonuses and stock options. Salary offers will be based on each candidate's individual experience and skillset, with offers tailored to align with both the candidate's expertise and NYSHEX’s compensation framework.
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