Business Manager, Global Markets, International (Senior ManagerUK Director level equivalent)

NOTE: This role is not open to Relocation or Sponsorship. United Kingdom residents are eligible to apply.

To support Global Markets International team in defining adapting and embedding overall strategic and operational objectives through the provision of high-quality advisory analytical project management and administrative capability and represent the Business to internal and external stakeholders to optimize operational efficiency and business continuity.

Essential Function:

The role will operate across a Three Pillar Model to manage the full scope of the Global Markets (GM) International function:

1. Run the Bank (BAU Business): Drive commercial performance maintain the operating rhythm and track pipeline visibility across the business.
2. Protect the Bank (Controls): Act as the first line of defense by owning governance action tracking and the management of the broker-dealer license perimeter.
3. Change the Bank (Transformation): Deliver strategic initiatives including geographic expansion new desk scoping (FX Rates Credit) and the development of the digitization roadmap.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Architecture: Design MIS frameworks and revenue targets across multiple geographies and products including FX rates credit and equities.
• Regulatory Leadership: Monitor regulatory developments across FCA SEC/FINRA and DFSA to translate complex changes into actionable business strategies.
• Ecosystem Enablement: Direct technology and infrastructure partners to deliver automated dashboards risk systems and booking models.
• Stakeholder Matrix: Act as the primary partner for GM Trading Desks IB Origination and Credit Distribution teams ensuring global alignment with the Head of GM International.

Qualifications :

Experience

Deep understanding of Global Markets local regulatory requirements operating model business economics balance sheet usage and revenue drivers - a person who can partner credibly with Front Office areas from day one.

• Tenure: 1015 years in Markets/Global Markets.
• Background: Proven track record in Business Management COO or Strategy Enablement roles specifically navigating a complex matrix organisation.
• Expertise: Direct experience with multi-jurisdictional regulatory frameworks and navigating license perimeter questions.
• Technical Edge: Expert level proficiency in project management operational planning and risk/reward thinking.
• Market Knowledge: While not essential experience with African markets and an Africa-anchored franchise is a significant advantage.
• Education: A degree in Business Commerce Finance Banking or a related field is required.
• Ability to travel to markets is a requirement

Additional Information :

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Convincing People
• Developing Strategies
• Embracing Change
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Generating Ideas
• Interpreting Data
• Producing Output
• Providing Insights
• Team Working

Technical Competencies:

• Business Administration Skills
• Employee Marketing and Communication
• Industry Knowledge
• Operational Planning
• Project Management (Project Mgmt)
• Risk/ Reward Thinking
• Strategic Planning and Reporting

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time