Outbound Data Relationship Team Lead

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

10

Description

With Intelligence, part of S&P Global, is a leading provider of data, intelligence, and insights to the global asset management industry.

We are seeking an experienced and relationship-focused GP Team Lead to lead a team of Data Relationship Managers responsible for engaging General Partners (GPs) across private equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, venture capital, and hedge funds.

This role combines people leadership, stakeholder management, and data acquisition. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing team performance, growing GP participation across our data products, expanding data coverage, and driving operational excellence through a data-driven approach.

Asset Managers Team

Focuses on building relationships with fund managers and alternative investment managers who contribute data and market intelligence.

Asset Owners Team

Focuses on building relationships with asset owners, institutional investors, and allocators who participate as data partners.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Data Relationship Managers.
• Set clear objectives and performance expectations.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing development.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and results-oriented culture.

GP Relationship Management

• Build and maintain relationships with key GP, Investor Relations, and industry stakeholders.
• Act as an escalation point for complex stakeholder matters.
• Drive engagement and retention across our data partner network.
• Champion best practices in relationship management and stakeholder communication.

Data Acquisition & Coverage Growth

• Drive GP participation and support the growth of proprietary data coverage across alternative asset classes.
• Develop outreach and engagement strategies to improve acquisition and retention outcomes.
• Support business initiatives aimed at increasing market participation and data quality.
• Monitor performance against acquisition, engagement, and coverage objectives.

Data Acquisition & Business Growth

• Support initiatives to grow and strengthen participation across our data products.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify opportunities to enhance data coverage and market engagement.
• Help drive the successful onboarding and retention of data partners.
• Contribute to the development of outreach strategies and engagement plans.

  Operational Excellence

• Manage team workloads, priorities, and performance.
• Track and analyse KPIs, engagement metrics, and operational performance.
• Ensure accurate CRM management, reporting, and data quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and efficiency gains.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Data, Editorial, Sales, Marketing, Events, and Operations teams.
• Share market intelligence and stakeholder feedback to support business growth and product development.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives that enhance stakeholder experience and market engagement.

What We're Looking For

Experience

• Experience leading, coaching, or mentoring a team within relationship management, account management, client services, business development, or a similar function.
• Proven experience managing external stakeholders and developing strategic relationships.
• Experience within alternative investments, asset management, financial services, data, or information services.
• Knowledge of private markets and the GP landscape is highly desirable. 

Skills

• Strong leadership, coaching, and people development skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Data-driven mindset with experience using metrics to improve performance.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with CRM systems, reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications.

Communication & Stakeholder Management

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong presentation and influencing skills.
• Ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at varying levels of seniority.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using CRM systems and reporting tools.
• Familiarity with process improvement, automation, or workflow optimisation is advantageous.

Success in the Role

The successful candidate will:

• Grow GP participation and improve data coverage across key markets.
• Develop a high-performing, engaged team.
• Strengthen strategic relationships with fund managers and industry stakeholders.
• Drive measurable improvements in acquisition, retention, and operational performance.
  

Why Join Us?

Lead a growing and strategically important team within a global organisation.

Work with leading firms and professionals across the asset management industry.

Develop leadership experience within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Influence business processes, stakeholder engagement strategies, and team development.

Access opportunities for continued professional growth and career progression.

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.  Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.  

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [email protected] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  
 
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