Global Head of Market Intelligence

The Managing Director, Global Head of Market Intelligence, is the executive responsible for strategic direction, operating performance, and long-term value creation of ISS Market IntelligenceThe role is based in the New York City office and the successful candidate will lead the continued growth and strategic evolution of the business, strengthening its commercial performance, market position, product innovation, operational scalability, and long-term value creationThis executive will bring a disciplined, enterprise-level perspective to investment priorities, product and portfolio strategy, commercial execution, technology enablement, and organizational capability developmentThe Head of Market Intelligence must possess deep expertise in the US Market intelligence industry, as the majority of the business portfolio and day-to-day operational oversight is concentrated in the United States, including Discovery Data, US Research, and SimfundThis role requires a strong understanding of the US Financial services ecosystem, including market structure, asset management and distribution channels, insurance and retirement product sales, the associated value chain, key customer segments, and the primary data sources that drive market intelligence solutionsReporting directly to the CEO, this leader will play a critical role in shaping the next phase of growth, innovation, and value creation for the businessOwn the full financial performance of the Market Intelligence business, including revenue growth, profitability, operating leverage, and cash generationEstablish and execute short- and long-term business strategies that deliver sustainable growth and value creationDrive rigorous performance management through financial, operational, commercial, and customer metricsPrioritize investments and allocate resources toward the highest-value growth opportunitiesEnsure effective governance, risk management, and operational execution across the businessPartner closely with ISS STOXX business units and departments including, technology, data operations, governance, sustainability, and indexes teams to identify opportunities for collaboration and value creationDevelop and execute a comprehensive business strategy aligned with corporate objectivesEvaluate products, services, capabilities, and market opportunities to determine where to invest, scale, partner, and expandIdentify opportunities to enhance market relevance, customer value, business scalability, and long-term competitivenessLead strategic assessments related to partnerships, acquisitions, market expansion opportunities, and portfolio optimizationMaintain a disciplined focus on value creation, innovation, and sustainable competitive advantageServe as a senior voice on industry trends, competitive dynamics, customer needs, regulatory developments, and emerging technologiesRegularly engage with C-suite executives across asset management, wealth management, insurance, and retirement markets to shape client strategy and identify emerging opportunitiesDevelop forward-looking market assessments that inform business strategy, product innovation, and investment decisionsEnsure market and customer insights are translated into actionable growth opportunitiesStrengthen the business's leadership position within the global financial markets ecosystemRepresent ISS Market Intelligence at industry events, conferences, client advisory boards, and executive forums, strengthening the organization's visibility and market influenceExpand market penetration, client retention, and revenue growth across existing and adjacent marketsDrives the Sales, Product, Marketing and Research teams to work together to maximize commercial outcomesIdentify new growth opportunities, customer segments, strategic partnerships, and monetization modelsEnhance the business's reputation, thought leadership, and market credibilityFoster a customer-centric culture that anticipates evolving client needs and market opportunitiesBuild and maintain executive-level relationships with key clients, industry partners, and strategic accounts, serving as a trusted advisor and brand ambassador for ISS Market IntelligenceDefine and execute roadmap that brings our data assets together to create value for our clients leveraging technology, AI and analyticsDrive innovation across products, customer experiences, workflows, and business processesBuild scalable and agile operating models that support growth, innovation, and efficiencyEnsure technology investments align with client needs, market opportunities, and long-term business goalsAct as champion for the business to drive the required outcomes with the central technology and data operations teamsBuild and lead a high-performing global leadership team, developing a succession pipeline and talent strategyFoster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and customer focusDevelop organizational capabilities and leadership depth required to support strategic prioritiesAlign talent, resources, and investments with business objectivesCommunicate a compelling vision and inspire teams to execute with excellenceBachelor's degree requiredMBA or other advanced degree preferredAdditional executive education in strategy, finance, technology, AI, analytics, or business leadership is advantageousStrong commercial leadership experience, including go-to-market strategy, pricing, customer growth, retention, and market expansionExperience working across multiple regions and cultures in a global environmentProven ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing global teamsExperience evaluating and managing investment priorities, product portfolios, and growth opportunitiesDemonstrated success leading a sizeable global business, business unit, or product portfolioExperience in post-merger integration and achieving synergiesExperience within financial information services, data and analytics, SaaS, research, capital markets, risk, fintech, indices, or adjacent information businessesStrong financial acumen, including capital allocation, investment evaluation, and value creation planningExceptional stakeholder management and executive communication skills 15+ years of senior leadership experience with increasing business, commercial, and P&L responsibilityExperience developing and executing business strategies in dynamic, competitive marketsTrack record of delivering sustained revenue growth, profitability improvement, and operating leverageExperience leading AI-enabled products, data-driven businesses, digital platforms, or technology-enabled servicesExperience presenting to boards, investors, or executive leadership teamsExposure to acquisitions, strategic partnerships, business integration, and portfolio management