Director, Structured Product Trading

0000050079 London branch of Royal Bank of Canada; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Director for Structured Product Trading in London. This role involves managing a trading desk, ensuring compliance, and developing strong relationships with sales teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Mathematics and experience in trading or structuring. This full-time position offers a dynamic and challenging environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience on an equity derivatives desk (trading, structuring, or sales) in a financial institution.
• Strong numerical and quantitative skills.
• FCA registration is required.

Responsibilities

• Price client trades and support hedging and risk management trades.
• Ensure trades are booked accurately and timely.
• Develop strong relationships with global Sales teams.

Skills

Communication

Decision Making

Investment Risk Management

Liquidity Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics/Statistics

MSc in Mathematical Finance or Financial Engineering

Job description

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Director, Structured Product Trading, London

Client:

0000050079 London branch of Royal Bank of Canada

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

5

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

What is the opportunity? The role of Director, Structured Product Trading is a trader role on the EMEA STP trading desk managing the Mono Index book and flow initiative support STP trading. This position ensures compliance of trades within the market risk framework, regulatory and tax frameworks, and the bank's risk appetite.

What will you do?

• Price client trades and support hedging and risk management trades.
• Support on Multi index trades in case of absence.
• Mark relevant market parameters to match fair market levels.
• Support trading teams in daily tasks.
• Ensure trades are booked accurately and timely.
• Develop strong relationships with global Sales teams, delivering prices on time and balancing sales credit with trade quality.
• Participate in platform development efforts for better results.
• Improve risk management systems and develop relevant tools.
• Identify operational/control deficiencies.
• Explore opportunities for future business growth within RBC's risk appetite and strategic outlook, in conjunction with Global Product Heads.
• Adhere to SPGC guidelines, SPCF, SPAF, and all regulations.
• Escalate issues to compliance, operational risk, management, or relevant functions.
• Identify and remediate issues that could lead to unfair treatment of customers.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Proven experience on an equity derivatives desk (trading, structuring, or sales) in a financial institution, in a quantitative or programming role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics/Statistics.
• Strong numerical and quantitative skills.
• FCA registration.

Nice-to-have

• MSc in Mathematical Finance or Financial Engineering.

What is in it for you?

We thrive on challenges, growth, and collaboration to deliver trusted advice that helps our clients thrive and communities prosper. We value each other, potential, and making a difference. Our team supports your development through coaching and opportunities, and you’ll work with top professionals to make a lasting impact in a dynamic, high-performing environment.

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Job Skills:

Communication, Competitive Markets, Decision Making, Fund Analysis, Investment Consulting, Investment Risk Management, Liquidity Management, Resource Coordination, Trade Client Reporting

Additional Job Details:

Address: 100 BISHOPSGATE, LONDON

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Work hours/week: 35

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: CAPITAL MARKETS

Job Type: Regular

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-07-29

Application Deadline: 2025-08-20

Note: Applications accepted until 11:59 PM on the day before the deadline.

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