Eleanor Matthewson leads the External Data workstream across EMEA at SMBC. As part of the Data Office, she manages a significant portfolio of market data vendors, including Bloomberg, LSEG, S&P Global, Moody's, and Fitch, with a focus on cost transparency, governance, and strategic alignment. Her role centres on maximising value from external data through effective licensing, transparent cost allocation, and strong vendor oversight, alongside ensuring data quality and fitness for purpose. She also leads initiatives to strengthen market data compliance and reporting, working closely with global stakeholders to drive consistency and best practice across regions.