Head of Global Markets Operations, ED - UK & EMEA

An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen for a French speaking professional with a good knowledge of all asset classes within Global Markets to lead and shape the operational function across multiple European locations. This Executive Director-level role will oversee day-to-day operations in London with a team of 15, provide functional leadership to teams in Frankfurt and Luxembourg, and represent EMEA GMO in strategic projects across the business.

This is a key leadership role combining operational excellence, strategic vision, and regional coordination. The successful candidate will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer for the UK and EMEA and play a critical role in the delivery of efficient, controlled, and high-quality operations across Global Markets.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight (Approx. 70%)

• Lead and organise UK GMO teams while functionally managing operations teams in Frankfurt and Luxembourg.
• Ensure alignment of operational processes with global standards across locations.
• Act as the main escalation point for GMO matters across EMEA.
• Implement and enforce operational best practices, controls, and governance.
• Monitor and mitigate operational risks, drive cost control, and manage headcount and budgets in collaboration with local COOs.
• Drive performance management, including objective setting and evaluations.
• Champion a high-performance culture and manage departmental restructuring where necessary.
• Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Front Office, Risk, Compliance, and IT.
• Support new business initiatives and maintain high service levels for both internal and external clients.

Project Delivery & Strategy Initiatives (Approx. 30%)

• Represent GMO EMEA in operational and strategic projects.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives across locations.
• Contribute to the definition and execution of the firm’s COO and CIB strategic objectives.
• Support automation, system enhancements, and operational transformation (including AI initiatives).

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Extensive experience in Global Markets Operations (both listed and OTC products).
• Deep understanding of the trade lifecycle and trade processing environments.
• Proven experience managing multi-location operations teams.
• Strong knowledge of GM systems architecture.
• Demonstrated leadership in change management and strategic thinking.
• Fluent French speaker
• Sound understanding of operational risk and control frameworks.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with vendor and contract management.
• Familiarity with automation and digitalisation projects in the operations space.

Apply Now
If you are a senior operations leader with a proven track record of consistent and stable roles in Global Markets, a strategic mindset, and a passion for operational excellence, we would love to hear from you.