Market Data Specialist – Top Equity Investment Manager – London

Octavius Finance; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A boutique equity investment manager is seeking an experienced Market Data Specialist to handle vendor management and partnerships. You will work with the investment team, assisting in data procurement and analysis to drive informed investment decisions. Ideal candidates will have 3–8 years of relevant experience with strong negotiation skills and be proactive about using data effectively. This role offers a unique chance to transition into front-office responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience in a market data-related position focusing on contract negotiation.
• Experience working alongside investment teams or in a front-office environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procurement and management of data for the investment team.
• Collaborate with the Head of Data Strategy on research projects.
• Support analysts and portfolio managers using market data.

Skills

Vendor management experience

Strong contract negotiation skills

Ability to automate processes and drive innovation

Maintaining accurate records and documentation

Job description

We are working with a highly regarded and successful boutique equity investment manager who are looking for an experienced Market Data Specialist to join their team, focusing on vendor management and partnership agreements.

This is a unique role which sits within the front-office investment team, giving you the opportunity not only to assist with the procurement and management of data but also to work closely with the Head of Data Strategy on the research side. You will be involved in data-related projects, supporting analysts and portfolio managers by using market data to generate insights and help drive investment decisions.

This role would really suit someone with 3–8 years of experience working in a market data–related position, concentrating on contract negotiation and vendor partnerships, who is now looking to expand their role beyond the traditional data space and gain front-office exposure by working alongside the investment team.

In addition to working on contract renewals and procurement, you will also have the opportunity to collaborate directly with the investment team in a research assistant capacity, using market data to support analysis and portfolio construction.

Key skills and experience required :

• Vendor management experience
• Strong contract negotiation skills
• Point of contact between the business and external vendors
• Ability to automate processes and drive innovation
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation

This is an excellent opportunity for someone commercially minded, proactive, and passionate about how data can support investment decisions within a high-performing equity investment environment.

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