ABOUT US:

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It's how we've contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services - and our open-access model - we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity.

LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in 65 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific. LSEG's ticker symbol is LSEG.

OUR PEOPLE:

People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential.

We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder - which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning 65 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careers.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Data Trust Product & Customer Strategy is a pivotal senior leadership role within LSEG's Data & Analytics division, driving business impact by spearheading the development and delivery of customer centric catalogue and metadata solutions! This role is central to LSEG's strategic response to intensifying global demand for data-driven value creation, enabling advanced AI use-cases and maintaining a competitive edge in a dynamic, fast-evolving market. Reporting to D&A leadership and aligned with mandates from the LSEG Executive Committee (EXCo) and Board, this role is entrusted with shaping and delivering a bold vision for innovative metadata and Data Trust solutions that empower both internal teams and LSEG's global customer base. Collaborating seamlessly with Product, Group Marketing, Engineering, Sales & Account Management, and the LSEG-Microsoft Partnership, the role aligns cross-functional efforts to deliver cohesive, market-leading offerings. This role bridges strategic vision with deep expertise in data governance, ensuring solutions meet both immediate customer demands and long-term business objectives. With a mandate to engage external industry bodies and customers, the role amplifies LSEG's thought leadership and brand equity, driving demand for its solutions in a competitive landscape.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

The successful candidate will be expected to be responsible and accountable for:

Design and implement a data trust strategy that integrates metadata management, data cataloguing and AI enablement under a singular approach aligning with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

• Build and maintain relationships with internal teams (e.g., Sales, compliance, engineering, business units) and external partners (e.g., regulators, customers, industry bodies) to foster strong networks

• Lead customer outreach and communication to ensure Data Trust solutions are customer-first and generating business value for both internal and external partners

• Partner with workstream sponsors/collaborators to define project objectives, achievements and success criteria and develops status reports to update ExCo and Board level on strategic project goals

• Lead the development of project artifacts, integrated project plans, resource and contingency plans, ensuring they are scoped and documented and that risk management processes are in place

• Proactively manage issues and delays, evaluating trade-offs between project size, complexity, cost, risk

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Essential

• Deep knowledge of data governance frameworks, privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, DORA, Data Sovereignty), and ethical data practices

• Proven ability to develop and deliver strategies that align with business objectives and expectations with a background in consulting

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the shown ability to work effectively with all organisational levels and present sophisticated ideas in a streamlined manner to multiple audiences

• Excellent documentation skills with the ability to create high quality ExCo and Board Level materials under short timeframes

• Strong relationship-building skills, with a track record of influencing senior leaders and external partners

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving cultural change in large organizations

• Expert knowledge of financial management, risk, and project management methodologies

• Experience in highly regulated industries (e.g., finance, healthcare, technology) or with consumer-facing organizations

• Experience presenting at industry conferences or customer events on data governance and/or regulatory topics

Preferred

• Global experience - working successfully with teams in multiple locations simultaneously

• Understanding of Risk & Controls, Operational Resilience, regulatory landscape and industry trends

• Familiarity with data technologies (e.g., data lakes, cloud platforms, AI/ML governance) and technical know-how to bridge business and technical discussions

• Experience and knowledge of large scale, global, change programmes and portfolio management

• Experience in large tier 1/2 investment banking or financial services organisations

WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN:

• An opportunity to be part of a ground-up transformation trajectory that will change the way LSEG customers and the industry will think about what makes a great data provider

• Collaborative Culture: Work with a diverse, innovative team in a dynamic, data-driven environment

• Impactful Leadership Role: Shape the organisation's approach to data trust, influencing strategy at the highest levels.

LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.

Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of Integrity, Partnership , Excellence and Change underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.

Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce. You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas and are committed to sustainability across our global business. You will experience the critical role we have in helping to re-engineer the financial ecosystem to support and drive sustainable economic growth. Together, we are aiming to achieve this growth by accelerating the just transition to net zero, enabling growth of the green economy and creating inclusive economic opportunity.

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone's race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.

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