Data Licensing Specialist (100%)

SIX Group Services Ltd.; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Models

Personal Development

Agile Working Methods

Job summary

SIX Group Services Ltd. in Zurich is seeking a Data Licensing Management Specialist to join the Data Licensing Management team.

The role focuses on managing third-party data supplier licensing, governance, entitlement controls, reporting, and operational implementation of data products across the organization. As a recognised SME, you will translate supplier contracts into effective processes, product configurations, customer communications, and compliance controls, while driving automation,

Qualifications

• Experience in market data licensing and supplier governance.
• Strong analytical and risk management in regulated environments.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python and data analytics.
• Excellent stakeholder management across functions.
• Fluency in English and German.

Responsibilities

• Own and govern the lifecycle of third-party data and licensing services.
• Lead implementation of data licensing frameworks and entitlement models.
• Drive process optimization and automation for governance.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with data suppliers and internal partners.
• Oversee product and entitlement administration activities.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate licensing, compliance, and operational risks.
• Provide guidance on market data licensing and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Market data licensing

Licensing governance

Excel & BI

Stakeholder leadership

English & German

Job description

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SIX drives the transformation of financial markets.

What sets us apart drives us ahead: between local roots and global relevance, we are a unique blend of tradition and future, of foundation and growth. We value bright minds and inspire them to grow with their ideas. Come and shape the future of finance with us.

Data Licensing Specialist (100%)

Zurich | Up to 40% working from home possible | Reference 8319

Are you looking to grow your career in a dynamic and collaborative environment? We are seeking an experienced Data Licensing Management Specialist to join the Data Licensing Management team. This role is responsible for managing third-party data supplier licensing, commercial governance, entitlement controls, supplier reporting, and operational implementation of data products across the organisation.

As a recognised subject matter expert, you will ensure supplier contractual requirements are translated into effective operational processes, product configurations, customer communications, compliance controls, and reporting obligations. You will also play a key role in driving automation, operational excellence, and data-driven decision making.

What You Will Do

• Own and govern the lifecycle of third-party data and licensing services, ensuring compliance with supplier agreements, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Lead the implementation and oversight of supplier licensing frameworks, entitlement models, and commercial controls across products and services.
• Drive operational excellence through process optimization, automation initiatives, and the establishment of sustainable governance and control frameworks.
• Manage complex stakeholder relationships with data suppliers and internal partners, acting as the primary point of contact for licensing, compliance, and operational matters.
• Oversee product and entitlement administration activities, ensuring accurate implementation and maintenance of data access structures and business requirements.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate licensing, compliance, and operational risks while supporting audit, reporting, and governance activities.
• Provide expert guidance and leadership on market data licensing, supplier policies, and strategic initiatives impacting the organization.

What You Bring

• Extensive experience in market data, reference data, financial information services, licensing, entitlements, or a related financial services environment.
• Strong understanding of data licensing, commercial agreements, governance frameworks, and compliance requirements.
• Advanced technical proficiency in Excel, Power BI, SQL, Python, AI-enabled tools, and data analytics, with the ability to drive automation and operational efficiency.
• Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and lead cross-functional initiatives across business, technology, operations, and supplier organisations.
• Fluency in English and German, combined with strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk management capabilities within regulated and controlled environments.

If you have any questions, check out our FAQ page or call Julia Schmidt at [phone] .

Diversity is important to us. Therefore, we are looking to receiving applications regardless of any personal background.

What We Offer

Flexible Work Models
We trust our employees and offer a work environment that is well-balanced, productive and fosters success.

Personal Development
You will benefit from a culture of continuous learning and feedback. Your personal growth is supported through an extensive learning offering.

Agile Working Methods
Whether through scrum or design thinking,
we solve exciting tasks together in teams.