At Cboe Global Markets, we inspire our people to solve complex challenges together because what we do matters. We provide the financial infrastructure that powers the global economy. As a leading provider of market infrastructure and tradable products, Cboe delivers cutting-edge trading, clearing and investment solutions to market participants around the world.
We’re building meaningful ways to support professional and personal development while strengthening the trust we’ve earned as a global market leader. Our teams are empowered to share ideas, actively pursue them and bring on a challenge. As champions of internal mobility and access to opportunity, we encourage our people to “go for it” and equip our managers with the training to coach their teams to the next level. We strive to provide employees a safe space to network, share ideas and create opportunities.
Please note: To support strong partnership and team connection, this role follows a four day in office work model.
Role Overview
Cboe Global Markets is seeking a Head of Data Partnerships to lead data vendor relationships and help execute Cboe’s data distribution strategy. This role within Data Product Strategy focuses on managing and expanding key partnerships while shaping how Cboe data is delivered through cloud platforms, APIs, and other channels.
This role combines business development, commercial strategy, and data distribution. You will work across Sales, Product, Technology, Legal, and Client Experience to expand partnerships, modernize distribution, and optimize how Cboe data reaches clients.
Your responsibilities will be
Data Vendor & Partner Relationship Management
- Own Cboe’s portfolio of data vendor and distribution partners, including aggregators, redistributors, index providers, and data platforms
- Assess partner business models, reach, and client fit to identify growth opportunities
- Lead partner reviews covering revenue, usage, compliance, and strategic alignment
- Negotiate contracts, licensing terms, and redistribution agreements with internal stakeholders
- Monitor industry trends across the financial data and distribution landscape
Data Distribution Strategy & Execution
- Define Cboe’s data distribution strategy across channels, platforms, and delivery models
- Lead partnerships with cloud providers such as Snowflake, AWS, and Google Cloud
- Own the commercial strategy for API-based distribution with technology partners
- Evaluate emerging channels such as marketplaces, cloud-to-cloud delivery, and embedded integrations
- Align technical requirements, SLAs, and delivery standards with engineering teams
Partnership Development & Growth
- Identify and pursue new partnerships that expand reach and monetization of Cboe data
- Identify 3rd parties that could have unique data that we could partner with for creation of new combined datasets or for leveraging Cboe’s data distribution capabilities (and own the commercial aspect of that relationship)
- Support Data Vantage’s interests and opportunities with Cboe’s partnerships for derivatives and prediction market trading
- Build and manage a partnership pipeline aligned to distribution and revenue goals
- Structure go-to-market agreements, including revenue share and co-marketing arrangements
- Partner with Sales and Client Experience to drive acquisition, retention, and upsell
- Educate existing and new partners on product capabilities and capture product feedback
- Represent Cboe at industry events and partner forums as a data distribution expert
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Governance
- Partner with Product teams to align distribution capabilities with the roadmap and launches
- Work with Legal and Compliance to ensure agreements meet contractual and regulatory requirements
- Collaborate with Finance to model economics and track distribution performance
- Coordinate with technology teams to support scalable cloud and API delivery
The ideal candidate has
Required
- 10+ years of experience in data partnerships, market data distribution, business development, or data product commercialization within financial services, fintech, or a data platform business
- Proven success managing and growing data vendor or distribution partnerships, with strong negotiation, contract management, and commercial skills
- Deep knowledge of the financial data ecosystem, including redistributors, aggregators, cloud marketplaces, and API-based delivery models
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across senior external partners and internal product, legal, finance, and technology teams
Benefits and Perks of working for Cboe Global Markets
We value the total wellbeing of our people – including health, financial, personal and social wellness. We believe standard benefits like health insurance and fair pay are a given at any organization. Still, you should know we offer:
Fair and competitive salary and incentive compensation packages with an upside for overachievement
Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, sick days and annual community service days
Health, dental and vision benefits, including access to telemedicine and mental health services
2:1 401(k) match, up to 8% match immediately upon hire
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Tax Savings Accounts for health, dependent and transportation
Employee referral bonus program
Volunteer opportunities to help you give back to your communities
Some of our associates’ favorite benefits and perks include:
Complimentary lunch, snacks and coffee in any Cboe office
Paid Tuition assistance and education opportunities
Generous charitable giving company match
Paid parental leave and fertility benefits
On-site gyms and discounts to other fitness centers
Paid Time Off
More About Cboe Global Markets
We’re reimagining the future of the workplace by focusing on what matters most, our people. Our journey is an inclusive one. We’re investing deeply in leadership programs and career development initiatives that ensure everyone has an equal chance to succeed.
We work with purpose, solving problems with ingenuity, collaboration, and a lot of passion. We’re an engaged and excited team connecting markets across borders and embracing growth in all its forms to achieve incredible outcomes.
Learn more about life at Cboe on our website and LinkedIn.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any legally protected characteristic, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. We are committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are valued and respected.
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This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Salary Ranges (applicable for US locations only)
At Cboe, we are committed to providing a competitive, transparent, and market‑informed total rewards program. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $196,350-$288,750, with actual compensation determined by job‑related factors such as skills, relevant experience, education, internal alignment, and location.This role may also be eligible for annual incentive compensation and, where applicable, participation in Cboe's long-term equity programs.
Additional information about Cboe's total rewards program, including benefits and other compensation components, can be found here: Total Rewards at CBOE.
Any communication from Cboe regarding this position will only come from a Cboe recruiter who has a @cboe.com email or via LinkedIn Recruiter. Cboe does not use any other third party communication tools for recruiting purposes.
Skills Required
- 10+ years experience in data partnerships, market data distribution, business development, or data product commercialization within financial services, fintech, or a data platform business
- Proven success managing and growing data vendor or distribution partnerships, including negotiation, contract management, and commercial skills
- Deep knowledge of the financial data ecosystem, including redistributors, aggregators, cloud marketplaces, and API-based delivery models
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills with ability to work across senior external partners and internal product, legal, finance, and technology teams
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without employer visa sponsorship
- Willingness to follow a four day in-office work model
Cboe Global Markets Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cboe Global Markets and has not been reviewed or approved by Cboe Global Markets.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is highlighted with a notable company 401(k) match and strong retirement plan options, bolstering long-term financial security.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity participation is emphasized through equity grants and an employee stock purchase plan, making ownership a meaningful part of total rewards. This structure can add upside beyond base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family benefits include paid parental bonding leave, adoption assistance, and subsidized backup care. Family-forming resources and return-to-work supports are also noted.
Cboe Global Markets Insights
What We Do
Cboe is one of the world's largest exchange holding companies, offering cutting-edge trading and investment solutions to investors around the world. Cboe offers trading across a diverse range of products in multiple asset classes and geographies, including options, futures, U.S. and European equities to name a few.
Why Work With Us
We have a 50-year history and a trusted reputation. Our company has grown significantly over the last couple years. We have fun, empathetic and inclusive culture where you can do your best work and grow your career.
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