Your Team Responsibilities

MSCI is excited to offer this opportunity to join its Stellenbosch-based Real Assets Data Operations Team. This position is responsible for tracking commercial Real Estate lending transactions for the United States. No prior Real Estate experience is necessary. The role will also suit a recent graduate who has an analytical mind and the ability to communicate in a clear and engaging fashion.
Our Real Assets business offers a structured training program for its proprietary methodologies and understanding of the Real Estate markets. You will also be part of a diverse team in a growing global company.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Collecting and analyzing complex, high volume and dimensional data from a variety of sources.
• Searching for, validating, and entering data into our proprietary database and ensuring ongoing data integrity.
• Researching missing information and/or resolving discrepancies for Real Estate lending transactions.
• Tracking and monitoring various news sources and third-party data providers for commercial Real Estate lending transactions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of our processes, methodology and tools.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the commercial real estate industry, including emerging trends and developments in the CRE lending market.

Your skills and experience that will help you excel

• Completed Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Experience in data research and using various data gathering methodology.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, as well as with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Fast learner and strong logical thinker.
• Flexible to adapt to new challenges.
• Self-motivated, proactive and demonstrating an exceptional drive towards delivery.
• Strong interest in real estate.
• 1-3 years of experience preferred.

About MSCI

What we offer you

• 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, Linked In 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.
MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce. 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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