Contractor - Market Data

Job Reference:: 2026-5365
Location:: Makati City Manila
Category:: Data and Operations
Solution:: Indexes
Role Category:: Remote Flex

Your Team Responsibilities

The Instrument Data Management (IDM) organization is responsible for providing data content and services for MSCI tools that fuels investment decisions. Our services focus on working with the multiple business units on the production and development of input data used for product generation. In addition, we provide support to our sales team, consultants and client relations teams with client inquiries on content.

The Equity Instrument Data Intern will support the daily operation, ensuring the highest level of quality for a diverse data set of attributes. Interns are also expected to contribute to projects supporting IDM initiatives to re-build and enhance many of the core data content.

Your Key Responsibilities

Key responsibilities:

Quality assurance of equity market and reference data
Monitor workflow processes and resolve issues with urgency as they arise
Identify, investigate and resolve data discrepancies and ensure they do not recur
Variance analysis of data attributes with various vendor sources
Research corporate events and assets as it pertains to MSCI methodology
Update and conduct extensive quality assurance to our financial database
Work in partnership with local and global teams to enhance and improve client experience
Support project initiatives to enhance and automate operational processes, including the use of AI tools and technologies

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

Skills:

Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Computer Science or equivalent
English verbal and written
Microsoft Office
Knowledge of SQL, Python, AI tools or other programming languages is preferred
Amenable to work on a 6 months contract
Amenable to work on a rotational shift (Tuesday-Saturday, Monday-Friday)
Willing to work in Makati

About MSCI

What we offer you

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.

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.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

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Benefits

MSCI is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to you and, where applicable, your family.

Retirement Plan contribution

Healthcare and Insurance benefits, including:

Group Term Life Insurance
Group Accident Insurance
Medical Benefits Plan

Cash Allowance, including:

Medical/Dental/Optical Allowance
Rice Subsidy Allowance
Clothing Allowance

Development opportunities

At MSCI career paths are multi-directional, and we believe that new and challenging experiences drive both professional growth and business success.

Everyone here is responsible for leading their own development and we’re here to support and guide you every step of the way. Whether that means deepening your expertise, moving across teams, or stepping into leadership, you’ll have access to internal mobility, learning and skills development, stretch opportunities and mentoring.

Discover more about how you can grow your career at MSCI

Manila

29th Floor, Zuellig Building
Makati Avenue corner Paseo de Roxas
Makati City 1226
Philippines

Our Manila office is one of our largest hubs in the Asia-Pacific region, located in the Zuellig Building in Makati City. The workspace is designed to support collaboration, innovation and flexibility through thoughtfully curated work areas and breakout zones to accomodate all working styles. The office thrives on a strong sense of community, with regular activities from career development events to wellness- and social gatherings. Close to iconic landmarks, with access to transport options, green spaces and amenities, it’s a place where employees can do their best work and feel connected.

Learn more about our Manila office.

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Recruitment process

Apply online

First, click Apply and upload a CV that shows us the skills and passion you could bring to this role, as well as your contact details so we can reach out to you.
Talk to our recruiter

If you look like a good match, our recruiters will arrange a chat where we’ll ask about your motivations, experience, and background, and where you can ask us anything you want to know about working at MSCI.
Interview with our team

If you like what you hear, and we think you have what we need, then it’s time to interview with your future team, either virtually or in the office. These interviews will give you a clear insight into the team and the day-to-day responsibilities of the role. Read our interview top tips.
Make your decision

If you’re successful, we’ll make you an offer and give you any further information you need to help you make your decision. If the answer is yes, it’s time for some background checks, and then we’ll welcome you on board. Learn more about our onboarding experience.