Trade Validation Transformation - FICC Derivatives

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment banking firm is seeking a Trade Validation Transformation SVP for their FICC Derivatives desk in Slough. This role includes responsibilities such as implementing weekly governance reviews, ensuring data accuracy, and developing automated KPI dashboards. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and stakeholder management skills, along with relevant degrees and experience in investment banking.

Qualifications

• Experience in implementing production and change governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of operational risk and control frameworks.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Implement weekly governance review of global KPI/KRI.
• Ensure data accuracy in reports and dashboards.
• Manage governance for Technology BOW items.

Skills

Analytical skills

Effective time management

Stakeholder management

Cross-team collaboration

Education

University degree

Master’s degree (desirable)

Job description

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Trade Validation Transformation - FICC Derivatives, Slough

Client: Lorien

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted: 31.05.2025

Expiry Date: 15.07.2025

Job Description:

6 month contract - Investment Banking

Our industry-leading investment banking client is seeking a Trade Validation Transformation SVP to join our FICC Derivatives desk.

Purpose, scope and responsibilities:

The role is part of the Trade Validation department, reporting directly to the Global Head of FICC Derivatives Trade Validation. The candidate will support the strategy and objectives of the Value Chains, ensuring strong governance and management of Production, improvement initiatives, and key projects globally.

• Implement weekly governance review of global KPI/KRI across all FICC products (Rates, Credit, FX, Commodities) with Managers/SMEs. Prepare analysis and materials for review, summarising key risks and performance with the Global Head.
• Ensure data accuracy in reports and dashboards; review quality issues with Technology or BAU MO teams as relevant.
• Contribute to developing automated KPI/KRI dashboards in PowerBI.
• Implement global governance for Power across all operations users and FICC Derivatives systems.
• Manage governance for Technology BOW items across all operations and wider FICC Derivatives topics, preparing summaries of JIRA or arbitration issues for the Global Head.
• Review operational incidents within FICC Derivatives scope; ensure comprehensive write-ups and action plans. Own governance to ensure incidents are reviewed with global teams, and actions are implemented.
• Coordinate global SMEs to track project updates and BOW items, sharing information with the wider community.
• Promote teamwork, a dynamic attitude, and effective collaboration within the team.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Typically requires a university degree; equivalent business experience in a top-tier investment bank or similar is acceptable. A relevant Master’s degree is desirable.
• Expertise in one or more FICC products, trade support processes, systems, and trade workflows across trade complexities, with knowledge of other asset classes.
• Experience in implementing production and change governance frameworks and reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Operational experience.
• Knowledge of operational risk and control frameworks.
• Effective time management and workload prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of company policies, regulations, and operational risk management.
• Strong analytical skills; ability to translate technical concepts and advise others.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize independently.
• Attention to detail and quality review skills, including mentoring junior colleagues.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to simplify complex issues.
• Stakeholder management and cross-team collaboration skills.
• Proficiency in standard computer software and capacity to learn new applications.