Global Equities Business Manager

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Global Equities Business Manager to drive strategic initiatives and support growth within the Equities division. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with senior management, manage key external relationships, and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of financial markets and demonstrate exceptional communication and analytical skills. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the success of the business and help shape the future of the Equities market.

Qualifications

• Proven understanding of financial markets, especially Equities.
• Experience in Business Management or COO roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth and profitability through strategic initiatives.
• Manage relationships with key external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and governance requirements.

Skills

Financial Markets Knowledge

Business Management

Regulatory Compliance

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Degree in Finance or Business

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

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Global Equities Business Manager, London

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Client:

TP ICAP

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Role Overview

This role involves providing comprehensive Business Management support for the Equities business. The successful candidate will work closely with the Equities Senior Management Leadership team and the Global Broking COO/CCO office, assisting in the day-to-day governance and strategic development of the business. This position requires a proactive approach to managing operations, ensuring seamless communication, and driving initiatives that support the growth and efficiency of the Equities division.

Role Responsibilities

Strategic/Commercial

Assist in strategically driving growth and profitability via new business areas, client channels and operational synergies whilst ensuring operation within TP ICAP’s control framework.

Provide support to the Senior Managing Director(s) in the day to day running of the Asset Class.

Assist in the development and execution of the Equities strategy; work with the Equities Senior Management Leadership team to validate new initiatives and agree prioritisation.

Produce Strategy and Board papers in conjunction with COO/CCO office, engaging with various functions for input.

Oversee the implementation and provide input to any New Business Initiatives and Business change projects, liaising with the relevant support areas where necessary.

Work with the Product Managers, Sales team and technical teams to drive and implement any new Hybrid initiatives. Facilitate communication with relevant Business representatives as required (Desk Heads etc.).

Keep up to date on knowledge of the ever-changing regulatory environment; to include analysing the impact of changes on the businesses and informing Senior Management of expected impact, making suggestions to optimise business performance where relevant.

Identify best practices and improve internal systems with an eye toward future needs and budget realities; align operational models as appropriate, for greater cost and operational efficiency.

Ensure effective co-ordination and communication across all operational, control, assurance and advisory functions.

External Relationships

Monitor performance of the Equities asset class and strive to keep up to date with the global competitor landscape.

Manage and cultivate relationships with key external stakeholders to secure and expand strategic opportunities and recurring revenue streams.

Act as a statesman publicly representing the Company to external constituency groups including joint venture partners, regulators, governmental, and other private organisations.

Infrastructure, Process, Regulation & Control

Representing Front office in regulatory and group projects. Acting as the asset class liaison as required between functions including: Compliance, Legal, Finance Risk, HR, Change Management, IT in Regulatory change projects and Corporate Restructuring.

Ensure Business Execution compliance with internal and external Governance, Regulatory and Control requirements.

Business oversight for designated Group Regulatory Entities and Trading Venues, providing sign-off on new initiatives / business change and escalating any concerns accordingly.

Build and maintain effective relationships with Core Infrastructure, Front office and Senior Management.

Partner with control functions i.e. Compliance to ensure Conflicts registers and other Regulatory requirements are up to date.

Provide support in ensuring the business meets its 1st Line of Defence role and its responsibilities under the Risk Framework.

Support the Front Office in ensuring it operates in accordance within MIFID/ Venue guidelines, i.e. rolling out applicable training, lessons learnt, mitigating gaps and continually improving front line knowledge of regulation. Act as point person for execution queries from Brokers and Clients.

Contribute to the development of all Group policies and product protocols, ensuring they are fit-for-purpose, understood and implemented where applicable, communicating and training the front office when required.

Work with the Business Continuity specialist to ensure that a full Business Continuity Plan (BCP) is drawn up for the respective business to cover technology / staff in the event of an incident/disaster.

Continually review operational processes, highlight efficiencies needed and work with the relevant teams to implement changes.

Contribute as required to all Regulatory documentation i.e. ICARAs.

Update Business Management team members and COO/CCO on issues/opportunities pertinent to specific area(s) covered.

Be the focal point for any new initiatives impacting the area, working closely with the relevant project manager(s) and business analysts.

Ad-hoc Projects.

Experience / Competences

Proven and demonstrated understanding of the financial markets, in particular Equities.

Current or prior experience in a Business Management / COO role, including working with Product/ Technology on strategic priorities.

Proven understanding of regulation impacting the Financial Services.

Experience of working within governance frameworks.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, a persuasive and passionate communicator with ability to influence and ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.

Proficient in Microsoft Office software (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook etc).

Excellent attention to detail, highly organised with a pro-active approach.

Strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills.

Action orientated, flexible and innovative approach to operational management.

Ability to work with minimal supervision with a delivery focused mentality and a collaborative approach.

Empathy and humility combined with a strong innovative personality.

High ethical standards and an independent thinker.

Team player however also able to work on initiative and be a self-starter.

Understands business issues as they affect different functions.

Able to handle the detail whilst keeping focus on the big picture.