Market Data Business Analyst

Job Summary: The Market Data Business Analyst will be part of a team responsible for all vendor relationship management and the business interface for all aspects of Market Data for BGC Partners, Cantor Fitzgerald and our other affiliates. The employee will work alongside and be backup/cover for our existing Business Analyst in the US, who is responsible for all Market Data Services in our offices in the Americas.Key Responsibilities: Requirement gathering:Gather Market Data requirements (via Email, Internal ticketing system, and/or phone)Obtain the appropriate business approvalsPlace orders with vendors and instruct our Desktop team to arrange installation of services via the ticketing portal.Terminal Management:Bloomberg web portal management (CSC) for new orders, relocations, conversions, and adding fee-liable exchanges.Review and submit all contract cancellations to the vendors.Check and action the employee Leavers, Joiners and Transfer forms from HR.Vendor Management:Arrange with vendors to provide user training sessions.Work closely with the Calero/MDSL team to ensure the accruals and allocations are accurate.Reporting and Analysis:Prepare regular reports on onboarding status, compliance, and other relevant metrics to Business Managers and Desk Heads.Hybrid role (3 days a week in office required)Experience: Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in Market Data operations and platforms.Experience with all or some of the following platforms/technologies:MDM (Calero/MDSL)Bloomberg Terminals & Client web portal CSCRefinitiv –TREP, Eikon & FXTS&P CAP IQFactsetPitchbookION – Dealogic, Merger Market & InfralogicAlphasenseKey Skills: Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance standards in Market Data operations.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Strong data entry skills.Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal abilities. Will be interacting with brokers, business managers and senior executivesProficiency in key Market Data Platforms, Microsoft Office Suite and/or other systems.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.Ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure and time constraints.Strong English communication skills (written and spoken) with the ability to explain issues and remedies.