Prime Services FCM Product Development

Societe Generale; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Societe Generale is seeking a seasoned Prime Services product leader to own the strategy for Listed Derivatives and Cleared Swaps, collaborating with internal and external partners to keep the Global Prime Services Platform competitive.

The role focuses on driving revenue, maintaining senior relationships with exchanges and vendors, and delivering client-centric solutions across front office and operations. A strong background in markets and vendor connectivity is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Global Markets with listed derivatives execution platforms/strategies.
• Experience with vendor connectivity to exchanges and clearing services.
• Existing relationships with industry leaders spanning clients, exchanges and vendors.
• Ability to partner with clients directly to build strategic PSC solutions.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive execution and clearing product strategy for Listed Derivatives and Cleared Swaps with leadership and partners.
• Partner with PSC Sales to manage key client relationships to protect, optimize, and increase revenue.
• Maintain c-suite level relationships with exchanges, CCPs, and vendors.
• Explore industry trends to keep SG at the forefront of the market.
• Represent Prime Services to senior management with regular updates.
• Define and document PSC business opportunities and strategic cases.
• Provide day-to-day product coverage and support to clients and sales teams.
• Engage in client sales pitches and support staff training.
• Maintain relationships with senior support functions for high service levels.
• Document procedures and business requirements as required.
• Provide training on new and existing products/platforms.
• Evolve the platform to deliver client-specific requirements.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Tableau

Power BI

Business Objects

Clearing/trading tech knowledge

Risk models

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Responsibilities

Prime Services Clearing, a division of SG Global Markets, offers multi‑asset global agency execution services, clearing services for exchange‑traded swaps and derivatives, and securities prime brokerage to a broad client base comprised of hedge funds, asset managers, corporate hedgers, pension funds, endowments, financial institutions, broker dealers, and proprietary trading groups. Prime Services & Clearing provides clients a comprehensive set of products and services that include voice execution, electronic execution, direct market access, clearing, financing, and reporting.

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The Prime Services FCM Product Development team is mandated and accountable to ensure the Global Prime Services Platform remains competitive, relevant and innovative in an ever‑evolving business landscape. The team acts as a direct liaison to clients, exchanges, and third‑party technology providers to keep a pulse on industry landscape, as well as acting as a central resource for coordination amongst SG divisions spanning across Front Office, Risk, Operations, Technology, Legal and Compliance.

• Own and drive execution and clearing product strategy for Listed Derivatives and Cleared Swaps through leadership, vision definition and partnership with internal business partners, external clients, exchanges, and vendors.
• Partner with PSC Sales to manage key client relationships to protect, optimize, and increase revenue.
• Maintain c‑suite level relationships with exchanges, CCPs, and vendors.
• Explore industry, competitor and client trends to ensure SG maintains industry‑leading position.
• Represent the Prime Services division to senior management through regular Product and Business Updates.
• Define and document PSC business opportunities and strategic development cases.
• Provide day‑to‑day product coverage and support to clients and sales teams to drive revenue growth.
• Actively participate in client sales pitches.
• Engage and maintain relationships with senior support functions to ensure a high level of customer service.
• Document procedures and business requirements as required.
• Provide training to sales and support staff on new and existing products/platforms.
• Evolve the platform to deliver client‑specific requirements.

Competencies and Experience

Technical Skills:

• Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with data analytics tools such as Tableau, Power BI, Business Objects
• Knowledge of industry standard clearing and trading technology
• Understanding of risk models and management programs

Competencies:

• Deep product knowledge and experience with Listed Derivatives, Cleared Swaps, and overall Prime Brokerage
• Strong understanding of pre and post‑trade functions including trade flows, clearing, settlements, margin and cash management
• Strategic thinking with commercial awareness of product positioning, competitive and market landscape
• Self‑directed and capable of operating independently to effectively drive strategy within Prime Services
• Exceptional communication and organization skills
• Project Management experience

Qualifications

Experience Needed:

• 5+ years’ experience in Global Markets with specific focus on Listed Derivatives execution platforms / strategies / vendor connectivity as well as clearing and/or Cleared Swaps
• Sales, Trading, Technology, Operations, Business Management and/or Project management skills
• Existing relationships with industry leadership spanning across clients, exchanges, and vendors
• Ability to effectively partner with clients directly to build strategic solutions and grow the PSC platform

Desired:

• Series 3, 63, and 7 licenses or ability to obtain licenses within reasonable timeframe

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Business Insight & Diversity

Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know.

At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB)

Our DIB Mission: Recruit, develop, retain and advance a talented workforce that is united in our efforts to leverage our talent and further develop an inclusive environment that will enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. It seeks to foster an environment where employee differences are valued and where all employees feel engaged, supported, respected, and informed. For more information about our DIB initiatives, please visit https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-diversity/

Compensation

Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.