Director Exchange Traded Derivatives

Michael Page International (Canada); Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is looking for a Senior Manager in Exchange Traded Derivative Operations to lead a high-performing team. The role requires over 10 years of experience in capital markets operations, focusing on regulatory compliance, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration. Successful candidates will drive efficiency and transformation while ensuring robust operations and team development. This position emphasizes inclusivity and offers a chance to enhance client service across global markets.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in managing large, complex teams in exchange-traded derivatives.
• Deep expertise in regulatory compliance, risk management, and clearing.
• Strategic mindset with a focus on driving transformation and process standardization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Exchange Traded Derivative / Futures Operations team.
• Develop and execute plans to improve operational efficiency.
• Oversee governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
• Build and maintain a high-performing, inclusive team.
• Drive transformation initiatives to enhance client experience.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Transformation initiatives

Job description

About Our Client

Large Canadian bank

Job Description

• Oversees Senior Managers and their teams, fostering a high-performance culture
• Lead and manage the Exchange Traded Derivative / Futures Operations team

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Exchange Traded Derivative / Futures Operations team, ensuring efficient, risk-aware, and compliant operations.
• Develop and execute strategic and tactical plans to improve operational efficiency, automation, and standardization.
• Oversee governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management, including AML/ATF and sanctions requirements.
• Build and maintain a high-performing, inclusive team through coaching, succession planning, and talent development.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external clearing partners across Canada, the U.S., Europe, and other regions.
• Drive transformation initiatives and process improvements to adopt industry best practices and enhance client experience.
• Ensure robust supervisory controls, risk reporting, and escalation mechanisms are in place and effective.
• Manage resources and budgets to meet business objectives and regulatory obligations.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful candidate for this role is an experienced capital markets operations leader with 10+ years managing large, complex teams in exchange‑traded derivatives or related domains. They pair deep regulatory, risk, and clearing expertise with a strategic mindset‑able to drive transformation, standardize processes, implement automation, and enhance client service.

What's on Offer

Opporutnity to ecxel at stakeholder management across global regions, make sound operational decisions, and thrive in high‑performing, inclusive environments.