Associate Director, Data & Content Acquisition

Job description

About the Role: Grade Level (for internal use): 11 The Team: 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 ca...