Trading Operations Vice President

J.P. Morgan; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm is seeking a Trading Operations VP in Greater London. This role involves managing trading processes, enhancing operational efficiencies, and fostering relationships with market counterparts. The ideal candidate will possess a CISI Level 3 Certificate and have experience in trading, investment banking, or related fields. Skills in financial analysis, communication, and UK regulations are essential. The position offers opportunities for innovation and career growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• CISI Level 3 Certificate in Securities or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in trading or investment banking is preferred.
• Experience with specific asset classes may be required.

Responsibilities

• Acquire understanding of the bank's trading systems.
• Oversee processing of transactions and ensure accuracy.
• Conduct reconciliation and maintain data integrity.
• Execute trades on Bloomberg MTF and Tradeweb MTF.
• Build relationships with market makers and counterparties.
• Regularly review operational processes with the Head of Trading.

Skills

Financial modeling and analysis

Quantitative and analytical skills

Proficiency in trading platforms

Programming languages (Python, R, SQL)

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of UK financial regulations

Risk management skills

Education

CISI Level 3 Certificate in Securities or equivalent

Job description

Trading Operations VP

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Trading Operations VP to join our Trading Operations team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that key operational and trading processes are completed, documented, analysed, and improved in line with business growth. We are looking for someone who brings fresh ideas and uses their initiative to drive change and innovation within our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals eager to learn and take on challenges within an international consumer banking environment.

Behind every investment is a person with ambitions, motivations and values. While we know that every client is unique, they come to J.P. Morgan Personal Investing for the same reason: our straightforward and transparent approach to investing, and the trust that 150 years of J.P. Morgan heritage brings.

J.P. Morgan Personal Investing offers award-winning investments, products and digital wealth management services to over 275,000 investors in the UK. We built the business withinnovation as a core part of our ethos to give consumers the confidence and clarity to make informed investment decisions and achieve their financial goals.

"Our Trading team is at the heart of this venture, focused on getting smart ideas into the hands of our clients. We’re looking for people who have a curious mindset, thrive in collaborative teams, and are passionate about helping the business grow. By their nature, our people are solution-oriented, commercially savvy and have a head for fintech. We work in cross-disciplinary teams to focus on specific products, projects and client journeys – and you’ll have the opportunity to move between them."

Key Responsibilities

• Master System and Process Knowledge: Acquire a deep understanding of the bank's trading systems and processes to ensure seamless operations.
• Efficient Transaction Management: Oversee the mass processing of various transactions, including trades, deposits, dividends, transaction reporting, and ISA subscriptions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Data Integrity and Management: Conduct thorough reconciliation, data verification, and cleansing to maintain high data integrity standards.
• Execute Trades: Skillfully execute trades on Bloomberg MTF and Tradeweb MTF platforms, ensuring optimal outcomes.
• Relationship Cultivation: Build and maintain strong relationships with market makers and counterparties to facilitate effective trading operations.
• Optimize Operational Processes: Regularly review and refine key operational processes and data in collaboration with the Head of Trading to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Process Evaluation: Assess processes for scalability, risk, and compliance, ensuring they align with business objectives and regulatory standards.
• Strategic Relationship Building: Develop and nurture relationships with market counterparties and vendors to support and enhance trading activities.
• Ensure Data Accuracy: Maintain up-to-date and accurate stock and market counterparty data to support informed trading decisions.
• Maintain Trading Handbook: Oversee the maintenance of the Trading Handbook to ensure accurate and efficient trading operations.
• Track Trading Performance: Manage the trading TCA metric file to monitor and evaluate trading performance effectively.

Drive Product and Process Innovation

• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop innovative products, ensuring the trading team has the necessary tools to manage new offerings.
• Lead projects from conception through to implementation, ensuring successful delivery.
• Work both independently and collaboratively to develop new products and services, including creating testing schedules and orchestrating effective team meetings.
• Present new products to senior management during weekly product cabinet meetings and participate in quarterly governance meetings to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and business objectives.

Qualifications

• Certifications and Exams: Candidates ideally will already possess the CISI Level 3 Certificate in "Securities" or an equivalent qualification, covering essential regulatory and securities knowledge required for executing trades.
• Experience: Prior experience in trading, investment banking, or a related financial services role is preferred. Experience with specific asset classes (e.g., equities, fixed income, derivatives) may be required.

Skills

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis, with strong quantitative and analytical skills. Familiarity with trading platforms and financial software. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL is preferable.
• Soft Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure, and strong attention to detail and risk management skills.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of UK financial regulations and compliance requirements relevant to trading activities, including those set by the FCA.
• Innovation and Initiative: Demonstrated ability to bring fresh ideas and use initiative to drive change and innovation within the team.