MSCI is seeking a dynamic leader to accelerate revenue growth of the Private Assets index franchise. This is a high-impact, externally visible role for a passionate evangelist with deep domain expertise, a proven record in business development, and a strong vision for delivering exceptional client and partner outcomes. As the Private Assets Index Distribution Lead, you will lead the commercialization of MSCI’s private assets index solutions globally. You’ll be responsible for engaging clients and distribution partners, shaping go-to-market strategy, and representing the MSCI index brand across the investment ecosystem. This role requires close collaboration across product, client coverage, and R&D teams to position MSCI as the industry standard for private assets indexing.

• Client & Partner Engagement: Champion the MSCI index brand by articulating its value to clients and partners across institutional and wealth markets. Represent MSCI at industry conferences, events, and client forums to elevate awareness and adoption.
• Contract Negotiation: Identify the most high-value partners in the ecosystem and engage them in a collaborative partnership model that is beneficial to all parties.
• Go-to-Market Leadership: Drive global go-to-market strategy and execution for private assets indexing, aligned with firmwide initiatives across asset classes and market segments.
• Product Development: Define product vision and prioritize strategic roadmap based on client requirements and market observations.
• Innovation & Influence: Lead innovation by fostering collaboration across clients, regions, and asset classes.
• Internal Advocacy: Communicate regularly and clearly with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment, momentum, and sustained support for strategic initiatives.

• 10+ years of business development or commercial leadership experience in global, matrixed organizations—ideally as a transformational change agent.
• Deep expertise in private assets and a strong understanding of index use cases across asset managers, asset owners, and service providers.
• Proven success influencing clients across both institutional and wealth segments.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills; confident public speaker with a strong industry presence.
• Energetic, self-motivated, and intellectually curious problem-solver with a growth mindset.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field (MBA, CFA, or CAIA a plus).

What we offer you

• Salary range: $200,000 - $230,000 / year plus eligible for annual bonus
• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.

• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.

• 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.

• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.

• 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 purpose – to power better investment 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 is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

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