(Senior) Vice President – Vendor Management – Market Data
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Job Location:
Frankfurt am Main - Germany
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
8 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Company Description
Since its foundation in 2007 Solactive AG has evolved into one of the worlds most important and fastest-growing index providers. From our headquarters in Frankfurt we power global investment products across ETFs structured products and mandates. Our reputation is built on innovation speed flexibility and strong partnerships.
Job Overview
As Solactive continues to scale globally we are seeking a (Senior) Vice President to further professionalize and strengthen our Market Data Management this role you will define and advance how Solactive engages with exchanges and data vendors ensuring a robust compliant and commercially optimized data framework across the organization.
This position sits at the intersection of business legal product and technology. You will proactively assess vendor-related risks oversee strategic licensing decisions and establish the structures necessary to minimize regulatory exposure financial inefficiencies and operational vulnerabilities.
Are you an experienced market data professional with deep expertise in licensing frameworks exchange policies and vendor negotiations Do you combine strategic thinking with strong commercial judgment Are you ready to elevate Solactives market data governance to the next level
Your Tasks
- Define and drive the strategic direction of Market Data Management at Solactive
- Advise executive leadership on market data-related risks and opportunities
- Lead negotiations and oversee strategic relationships with key exchanges and data vendors
- Optimize data spend and licensing structures to maximize ROI and commercial efficiency
- Establish and institutionalize a proactive governance and compliance framework across the organization
- Serve as senior escalation point for vendor disputes audits and regulatory matters
- Anticipate regulatory and policy changes in the market data landscape and operationalize necessary adjustments
- Strengthen cross-functional alignment between Legal IT Product Sales and Index Management
Your Profile
- 8 years of experience in market data services exchange/vendor management or related roles in financial services (indexing asset management investment banking or data vendors)
- Proven track record of negotiating complex market data agreements and managing high-value vendor relationships
- Deep expertise in exchange licensing models redistribution rights derived and non-display usage and associated compliance implications
- Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated experience optimizing data cost structures
- Experience in managing vendor audits escalations or high-risk contractual matters
- Strategic and analytical mindset with strong risk awareness and sound judgment
- Fluent in English (German is a strong plus)
- Legal authorization to work in Germany
Our Offer
- Global Team: Join our motivated international team at Solactive
- Modern Culture: Enjoy our modern flat hierarchy and startup-like culture
- Responsibility & Connections: Take over responsibility from day one and build relationships in- and outside of the company.
- Vacation: Enjoy 30 annual vacation days plus extra time off for Christmas Eve and New Year
- Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive compensation package
- Special Benefits: Job ticket and gym access access to Corporate Benefits modern office space with ergonomic set-up employee lounge and free beverages and fruits
Your Application
Interested Dont miss your chance and directly apply online by clicking the Apply now button on our website and filling in the application form. Please make sure to also upload your CV a cover letter is not compulsory. Your contact person is Stefanie Blasi (). We are looking forward to hearing from you!
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Solactive AG is a FinTech company operating globally and growing at a fast pace headquartered in Frankfurt. Since 2007 we develop tailor-made and multi-asset class index solutions for ETFs and other index-linked investment products for the leading global investment banks and asset managers as our clients. Flexibility efficiency and providing the highest quality are at the heart and soul of our business philosophy. We are now hiring!
Required Experience:
Exec
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Risk Management
- Financial Services
- Management Experience
- Profit & Loss
- Banking
- Regulatory Reporting
- Analysis Skills
- Relationship Management
- Financial Analysis
- Leadership Experience
- negotiation
About Company
Solactive AG is a FinTech company operating globally and growing at a fast pace, headquartered in Frankfurt. Since 2007, we develop tailor-made and multi-asset class index solutions for ETFs and other index-linked investment products for the leading global investment banks and asset m ... View more
