Capula

Global investment manager of low-correlation strategies

Data Licensing Specialist

Procurement & SourcingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeLondon, UKIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or another numerical discipline.
FISD qualification: Financial Information Associate or Data Licensing Specialist.
At least 7 years of experience in Market Data, ideally within an investment fund.
Hands-on experience with market data contracts, including negotiating commercial terms and renewals with data vendors and exchanges.
Broad knowledge of multiple asset classes and the financial-industry data sources, providers, and products that support them.
Background in analysing, designing, and implementing processes and policies to improve efficiency and accuracy in data management.
Excellent written communication, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Strong negotiation capabilities and enjoyment of commercial negotiation.
Ability to propose innovative and creative ideas and approaches proactively.
Proven track record of meeting deadlines.
Ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

Oversee and optimise an accurate inventory of data licensing rights, negotiate and manage market data contracts, and provide guidance and insights to stakeholders.
Manage the market-data and security-master systems lifecycle, including requirements gathering and analysis, commercial agreements, and data-quality maintenance.
Lead negotiations and renewals of market data contracts and licensing agreements with vendors and exchanges, securing favourable commercial terms and value while maintaining data quality.
Develop ideas for commercial structures, licensing models, and data usage to reduce costs and unlock value across asset classes.
Collaborate with users and stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable development tasks.
Break down complex needs into manageable steps, driving innovation and execution.
Communicate project status, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders to maintain alignment and awareness.
Address discrepancies, resolve compliance issues, and identify ways to utilise data throughout the firm.

Data Licensing Specialist

Capula · London, United Kingdom · — · Posted 2026-10-27

Workplace: on_site

Department: Trading Business Management

Description

Overall purpose of the job:

Oversee and optimise a dynamic and accurate inventory of data licensing rights, while negotiating and managing the market data contracts that underpin them and offering expert guidance and insights to our stakeholders. Drive impactful decisions and ensure the seamless management of valuable data assets for our internal teams here at Capula.

Duties and responsibilities:

The role covers all aspects of the data management lifecycle associated with the firm's market data and security master systems, including requirements gathering and analysis, commercial agreements, and data quality maintenance
Lead the negotiation and renewal of market data contracts and licensing agreements with vendors and exchanges, securing favourable commercial terms and value for the firm while maintaining data quality
Bring innovative ideas to commercial structures, licensing models and data usage, challenging the status quo to reduce cost and unlock value across the firm’s asset classes
Collaborate with users and stakeholders to transform intricate requirements into actionable development tasks
Simplify complex needs into a series of manageable steps, driving innovation and ensuring seamless execution
Clearly communicate project status, risks, and dependencies, keeping stakeholders informed and engaged to ensure alignment and awareness of key developments
Address discrepancies, resolve compliance issues, and find innovative ways to utilise data throughout the firm

Requirements

Education and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or other numerical disciplines)
FISD (Financial Information Associate or Data Licensing Specialist)

Experience

Minimum 7 years’ experience in Market Data, ideally within an investment fund
Hands-on experience working with market data contracts, including negotiating commercial terms and renewals with data vendors and exchanges
Broad knowledge of multiple asset classes and of the financial industry data sources, providers and products that support them
Background in analysing, designing and implementing processes and policies to improve efficiency and accuracy in data management

Skills

Excellent written communication skills (grammar, spelling, punctuation)
Excellent verbal communication skills
Strong negotiation capabilities, with a genuine enjoyment of commercial negotiation
Innovative, creative thinker who proactively proposes new ideas and approaches
Proven track record of meeting deadlines
Adept at multitasking

Benefits

Capula is dedicated to helping all employees flourish in their roles by supporting your professional development.

We will provide:

A competitive salary and bonus scheme
Excellent staff development and training opportunities
Corporate gym membership (and a complimentary wellness space in our London office)
Generous pension contribution
Free breakfast and lunch in our employee restaurant
Private medical insurance and other benefits

Capula is committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, providing employees with the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers in the financial sector. We actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates.

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About the Company

Capula

Global investment manager of low-correlation strategies

Capula is a global investment manager that runs portfolios designed to have low or negative correlation to traditional equity and fixed-income markets. It serves institutional clients including corporate and public pension plans, sovereign wealth funds, foundations, and endowments. The core approach uses diversified, multi-strategy portfolios combined with disciplined risk controls to aim for steadier returns that don’t move in lockstep with stock or bond markets. Capula earns revenue by managing assets and charging management and performance fees. The firm sets itself apart through its focus on risk management, a multi-strategy framework, strong governance, and an inclusive culture guided by experienced leadership. Its goal is to grow client assets and deliver durable value through diversified, risk-controlled investment strategies.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: 2005

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