Jas Chima
Multi-asset & Benchmark Indices Product Manager @Bloomberg
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WORK HISTORY
Multi-asset & Benchmark Indices Product Manager @Bloomberg
London, GB
Oversee all new equity index and platform development, project manager for strategic initiatives and internal consultant on cross-asset and complex data initiatives > Led multiple strategic projects to create new business lines, products and enhance existing capabilities. From index calculation to platform enhancements, internal partnerships at Bloomberg, and most significant - Bloomberg Global Equity Indices - making Bloomberg a benchmark provider across all major asset-classesHighlights:> Lead Product Manager for equity benchmark franchise - front-to-back - client outreach, methodology, calculation, data analysis, 3rd party data, file design and delivery> Created partnership between Bloomberg Intelligence and Bloomberg Indices as an innovative approach to thematic indices> Sponsored by CTO office for research projects on AI and ML for theme based stock search using proprietary Bloomberg datasets> Early adopter of Python for backtesting index calc and innovator behind the hybrid production/back test framework> Designed and developed data onboarding service for company fundamental and derived data. Built as a cross asset service, leveraging BQL, permitting custom data structures and native QC tools for ongoing maintenance.> Led development of inaugural options-based strategy index administration - onboarding option chains, vol surfaces and derived volatility. Specifically, first to define a solution for negative oil prices demonstrating value of index administration from a high quality provider when it matters most> Led development of real-time index calculation across strategy indices> Led development, launch and marketing of Paris-aligned benchmarks, bringing together complex calculation, novel data and meeting regulatory requirements. Demonstrated how Bloomberg can successfully partner with clients by offering the full breadth of support and helping raise significant AUM.
EDUCATION
Nottingham University Business School
Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Science and Management Studies
Aston Business School
Master’s Degree, Finance and Investments
SKILLS
ABOUT JAS CHIMA
Finance Professional | Indices | Quantitative Investment Strategies | Structured Products | Equity DerivativesWith deep experience across indices, quantitative investment strategies, structured products, and equity derivatives, I thrive in multidisciplinary financial environments. Currently, I’m focused on growing Bloomberg\'s Multi Asset Index business, leading the design, development, and management of equity products.My Leadership Philosophy:I believe in leading from the front, empowering my team, and eliminating unnecessary corporate politics to deliver meaningful value to clients, stakeholders, and colleagues. Success, in my view, is about collaboration, bringing out the best in each other, and driving mutual growth.Why Financial Engineering:Drawn to the creativity and technical rigor of financial engineering, I’ve developed a strong appreciation for the expertise of others. I’m a firm believer in continuous self-improvement and staying at the forefront of emerging technologies, which are shaping the future of finance.Key Strengths- Complex product structuring and execution- Coordinating multi-stakeholder projects- Project management and business transformation- Leading and motivating high-performing teams- Leveraging technology to enhance productivity, manage risk, and drive revenue growthI’m passionate about using technology to push boundaries in finance and look forward to the opportunities it brings to the industry.
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