Derivatives Platform & Automation Associate

Marex; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Marex is seeking a Solutions Platform Associate to optimise the Solutions Platform and related processes within the Derivatives Engine and Technology pillar. You will lead and support tactical and strategic initiatives to drive automation and growth while aligning with governance and regulatory requirements.

Your role spans development of new trading and technology initiatives, collaboration with Front Office, Support and Control stakeholders, and driving efficiency through process improvement

Qualifications

• Min 3 years' experience in either manufacturing Structured OTC derivatives or in Structured securities.
• Good understanding of the front to back processing of these products.
• Good understanding of the applicable governance, legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to these products.
• Has supported change initiatives related to these products.
• Has strong stakeholder management skills and able to handle exposure to senior management.
• Ideally has supported IT change or Regulatory change projects before.
• Self-motivated, confident, and resilient - able to strive within a profitability driven environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Very good Excel, VBA or Python skills as well as MS Office skills.
• University degree.
• Experience working in a regulated environment and knowledge of the risk and compliance requirements associated with this.
• Problem solving skills
• The ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy environment
• Analytical skills, identifying opportunities and risks in a quick and decisive manner.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the financial service markets and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Experience of the infrastructural support required to efficiently support Marex Solutions business lines.
• Knowledge of the underlying products at Marex within the Marex Solutions remit.

Responsibilities

• Establishing project plans, defining scope, and ensuring successful execution from start to finish.
• Generating ideas to improve the management of new business initiatives.
• Effectively communicating with key stakeholders
• Supporting the assessment of potential acquisitions for the Solutions business, including through grow vs. buy reviews, and execution.
• Develop, review, and improve Management Information (MI) and KPIs to guide business decisions.
• Assist in managing Solutions costs, creating transparency around budgets, and driving efficiencies and cost reductions.
• Support regulatory change coordination for Solutions trading and technology.
• Encourage innovation and contribute to idea generation.
• Ensure that all trading activities comply with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Curiosity

Resilience

Data-driven decisions

Relationship building

Strategic collaboration

Independent project work

OTC derivatives

Trade lifecycle

Regulatory governance

Change initiatives

Stakeholder mgmt

IT/regulatory projects

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Excel

Leadership

University degree

Regulated environment

Problem solving

Excel VBA

Python

Work under pressure

Market research

Analytical skills

Product knowledge

Education

University degree

Tools

Excel

Python

Job description

Marex is seeking a Solutions Platform Associate to optimise the Solutions Platform and related processes within the Derivatives Engine and Technology pillar. You will lead and support tactical and strategic initiatives to drive automation and growth while aligning with governance and regulatory requirements.

Your role spans development of new trading and technology initiatives, collaboration with Front Office, Support and Control stakeholders, and driving efficiency through process improvement