Sr. Associate, Market Data

Market Data & Tech Vendor Management Team Member

New York Life Investments, a leading global asset management firm with $785 billion in assets under management, is seeking a dynamic and meticulous professional to join our Market Data & Tech Vendor Management team. This team plays a crucial role in partnering with key business stakeholders across New York Life to ensure robust governance and operational support. Transparency in our Market Data & Tech Contracts, Use Cases, and Use Rights is essential for driving our governance program's success. We are looking for someone with a solid foundation in the financial industry and a strong passion for learning and growth.

What You'll Do :

Governance Program Oversight : Partner with the Director of Market Data & Tech Vendor Management to manage our governance program and roadmap. This includes tracking deliverables, facilitating communications, and preparing presentations.

Vendor Management : Partner with the Director of Market Data & Tech Vendor Management to oversee vendor relationships and serve as the primary liaison between vendors and business stakeholders to ensure delivery on strategic and operational needs.

Transparency : Partner with the Director of Market Data & Tech Vendor Management to enhance our data management processes and maintain a suite of reports tailored to the needs of our governance members.

Cost Management : Support efforts to rationalize and optimize spend across NYL and its global affiliates, identifying opportunities for efficiency and cost savings.

Contractual Compliance : Educate internal users on market data licensing restrictions and ensure that all agreements align with business use cases and compliance standards.

Centralized Process Expansion : Promote and implement a centralized Vendor Management Operations model across boutiques for Market Data, Technology, and other third-party vendor relationships.

Best Practices Development : Document, refine, and implement best practices to ensure the integrity, consistency, and efficiency of data, reporting, and operational processes.

Metrics Management : Develop and maintain quantitative and qualitative metrics to track and evaluate the performance and effectiveness of operational activities.

What You'll Bring :

Educational Background : A bachelor's degree with at least 3 years of experience in market data vendor management.

Technical Proficiency : Strong skills in Microsoft Outlook and Excel. Experience with PowerPoint and Power BI is highly desirable.

Data Enthusiasm : A genuine passion for data and a keen interest in leveraging it to support business objectives and achieve goals.

Project Management : Proven ability to manage projects and deliver tangible results.

Attention to Detail : Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards.

Relationship Building : Strong relationship-building skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

Transparency and Communication : Transparent and open communication style, comfortable addressing issues directly and constructively.

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