This role will support the Index Data Acquisition & Content Subscriptions (iDACS) team within the S&P Dow Jones Indices division of S&P Global. The iDACS team is responsible for acquiring inbound third-party content from market data providers, subscription licensing, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced individual to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the licensing and sourcing of critical market data that informs investment decisions and portfolio management strategies. This role demands a deep understanding of industry trends, data licensing agreements and vendor management.
Responsibilities & Impact
- Lead commercial negotiations with third-party exchange and other market data content providers. Manage source selection, internal communication, contractual review, and internal processes.
- Maintain strong relationships with key data providers, industry associations, and regulatory bodies to enhance data sourcing capabilities.
- Negotiate optimal commercial terms with data providers to support internal and commercial use cases; develop creative commercial structures and terms that enable growth while mitigating risk and protecting business interests.
- Manage global data rights, review agreements for legal and financial obligations, and inform stakeholders of any nuances and/or vendor restrictions.
- Monitor market trends, competitor data offerings, and emerging data sources to inform strategic decisions regarding data acquisition and licensing.
Compensation/Benefits Information (US Applicants Only)
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $85,000-$169,759. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.
In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits.
Basic Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CFP, CFA) preferred
- 5+ years of experience negotiating and managing data licensing agreements.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to think critically and assess complex challenges and develop effective negotiation strategies.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong knowledge of financial markets, investment products, and wealth management strategies preferred.
- Experience in AI and machine learning, Wealth, or DeFi preferred.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, SQL) and experience with data visualization platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) preferred.
Right To Work Requirements
This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.
About S&P Global Dow Jones Indices
At S&P Dow Jones Indices, we provide iconic and innovative index solutions backed by unparalleled expertise across the asset-class spectrum. By bringing transparency to the global capital markets, we empower investors everywhere to make decisions with conviction. We’re the largest global resource for index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500® and the Dow Jones Industrial Average®. More assets are invested in products based upon our indices than any other index provider in the world. With over USD 7.4 trillion in passively managed assets linked to our indices and over USD 11.3 trillion benchmarked to our indices, our solutions are widely considered indispensable in tracking market performance, evaluating portfolios and developing investment strategies.
S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/spdji.