(Senior) Vice President – Vendor Management – Market Data

Solactive AG; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 vacation days

Gym access

Corporate benefits

Modern office space with ergonomic set

Free beverages and fruits

Job ticket

Job summary

Solactive AG in Frankfurt is seeking a Market Data Leader to define the strategic direction of Market Data Management, advise on risks and opportunities, and manage relationships with exchanges and data vendors. The role requires deep expertise in licensing models, licensing costs, and compliance within a global financial services context.

The candidate will optimize data spend, lead governance efforts, and collaborate with Legal, IT, Product, Sales, and Index Management to drive organizational

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in market data services, exchange/vendor management, or related roles in financial services.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Market data management

Vendor management

Data licensing

Contract negotiations

Cost optimization

Risk awareness

Regulatory changes

Fluent English

Job description

Company Description

Since its foundation in 2007, Solactive AG has evolved into one of the world’s 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

You have mastered the market data world. Now apply that knowledge where it makes a real difference in defining our vendor relationships worldwide and developing something you can take pride in.

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