Market Data Manager

A leading high-frequency trading firm is hiring a Market Data Manager to establish and lead its U.S. presence within the Market Data Group. As the team’s first U.S.-based hire, you will define the regional market data strategy, foster partnerships with key providers, and integrate data solutions across various internal departments.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement strategies for managing U.S. market data operations, balancing day-to-day management with long-term planning.
• Drive market data initiatives that align with the firm’s objectives and trading goals.
• Research, acquire, and deploy external data sets that enhance trading strategies, ensuring measurable contributions to performance outcomes.
• Serve as a technical expert, advising on market data systems and their applications.
• Establish and nurture relationships with market data vendors, exchanges, and other external partners.
• Guide and support junior team members by providing training and mentorship on market data tools and concepts.
• Work closely with trading, compliance, and IT teams to ensure consistent integration of market data solutions across the organization.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies, ensuring responsible use of market data.
• Develop frameworks to enhance data governance and ensure high-quality data management practices.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in market data roles.
• Extensive knowledge of financial markets and the role of market data in driving trading success.
• Expertise in both conventional and alternative data sources, including pricing, reference data, security master data, and derivatives.
• Strong familiarity with high-frequency trading environments and the integration of market data into these systems.
• Proven track record of managing market data platforms and operational workflows.
• Skilled in building and maintaining vendor and exchange partnerships.
• Deep understanding of data compliance regulations and exchange policies, with the ability to implement best practices.