Managing Director

The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure.

Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions.

Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions.

The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform.

Founded in London in 1866, the Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,200 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.

About Parameta Solutions

Parameta Solutions is the Financial Technology, Data & Analytics division of TP ICAP Group. The business provides clients with unbiased Over-the-Counter (OTC) content and proprietary data, in-depth insights across price discovery, risk management, benchmark and indices, and pre and post-trade analytics. Its post-trade solutions offering helps market participants control their counterparty and regulatory risks through a growing range of tools that enable critical workflows such as manage balance-sheet exposure, support alpha generation strategies. The Data & Analytics division includes the following brands: Tullett Prebon Information, PVM Data Services, ICAP Information and Burton-Taylor Consulting.

About Burton-Taylor

Burton-Taylor International Consulting provides research and advisory services to the Capital Markets industry, focusing on the fast-growing market data, exchange, and index businesses. We provide our clients with targeted research content that delivers deep insight into factors influencing trends in their focus areas.

Burton-Taylor advisory services provide proprietary analysis including market sizing, competitive positioning, due diligence, and thought leadership reports. Our clients include the leading market data providers, securities exchanges, credit agencies, investment banks, private equity firms, consulting firms, and media companies around the world.

We will consider all remote candidates across the US.

Role Overview

TheManaging Director of Burton-Taylor will act as a strategic and operational leader—effectively a “mini CEO”—responsible for driving the growth, innovation, and influence of one of the most respected brands in the financial information industry. This individual will oversee all aspects of the business, from research and product development to client engagement, financial performance, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record of leading high-performing, small-to-mid-sized businesses with global reach, particularly in the areas of market data, analytics, or consulting. They will be expected to scale Burton-Taylor’s impact while preserving its reputation for authoritative insight, intellectual rigor, and client trust.

The successful candidate will have had practical experience in creating and leading research functions, as well as holding P&L responsibilities as the divisional head, or CEO in the areas of research, analytics and/or consulting.

Role Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Define and implement Burton-Taylor’s strategic roadmap to maintain its position as the premier source of market data industry intelligence.

• Identify and interpret emerging trends in financial markets by conducting regular market analysis and engaging with industry experts across themes in financial markets, market data, media intelligence, and exchange data to shape the firm’s research agenda and consulting focus areas.

• Align the company’s strategic direction with the evolving needs of global financial institutions, data vendors, and regulators.

Business Development & Client Engagement

• Expand Burton-Taylor’s client base across investment banks, asset managers, exchanges, and data providers by leveraging the firm’s reputation for authoritative insights.

• Cultivate long-term relationships with C-level executives and decision-makers in the financial information ecosystem.

• Lead high-impact consulting engagements, ensuring tailored solutions that address complex client challenges in data strategy, vendor selection, and market positioning.

Product & Research Oversight

• Oversee the production of Burton-Taylor’s flagship reports, including annual market size and share analyses for financial market data, ESG data, and media intelligence.

• Ensure the accuracy, relevance, and timeliness of all published research, maintaining the firm’s reputation for data-driven, unbiased analysis.

• Drive innovation in research delivery, including interactive dashboards, subscription models, and custom analytics.

• Develop and execute a marketing strategy that amplifies the reach and impact of Burton-Taylor’s research and consulting offerings.

Operational Management

• Manage internal operations to support a lean, agile, and globally distributed team of analysts, consultants and sales reps.

• Implement systems and processes that enhance productivity, data security, and client service delivery.

• Ensure compliance with data licensing agreements, intellectual property rights, and industry best practices.

Team Leadership & Culture

• Lead a team of subject matter experts with deep domain knowledge in financial data, media intelligence, and regulatory reporting.

• Foster a culture of intellectual rigor, collaboration, and continuous learning.

• Support professional development through mentorship, training, and exposure to global client engagements.

Financial Oversight

• Maintain P&L ownership, with accountability for revenue growth, cost control, and margin optimization.

• Develop and manage annual budgets, ensuring profitability across research and consulting lines of business.

• Monitor key financial indicators such as report sales, consulting revenue, and client retention.

• Identify opportunities for cost optimization and reinvestment in strategic growth areas.

Brand & Thought Leadership

• Serve as the public face of Burton-Taylor in media interviews, industry panels, and client briefings.

• Contribute to the firm’s thought leadership through authored articles, white papers, and keynote presentations.

• Strengthen the firm’s brand as the go-to source for market data intelligence by building strategic partnerships and media visibility.

Experience / Competences

Essential

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within financial services, market data, or consulting.

• Strong understanding of global financial markets, data vendors, and regulatory environments.

• Familiarity with data analytics tools, market intelligence platforms, and financial modelling.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects.

• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Track record of driving business growth and delivering strategic outcomes.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field

Desired

• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MSc, or PhD) in a relevant discipline.

• Experience working with or within major financial data providers .

• Published thought leadership or speaking engagements in industry forums.

• Experience managing remote or globally distributed teams.

Job Band & Level

• Function Head / 8

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Not The Perfect Fit?

Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us.

Company Statement

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