eTrading Markets Compliance Advisory

eTrading Markets Compliance Advisory Location: London (3 days/week in the office) This is a unique opportunity to join a globally recognised financial institution as an eTrading Markets Compliance Advisory professional, based in London. In this pivotal role, you will be at the forefront of regulatory compliance for Global Foreign Exchange (FX) and related products, providing expert guidance and support to trading and sales teams. The organisation is renowned for its commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, offering tailored professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your wellbeing and career growth. With hybrid working arrangements, you will enjoy flexibility while collaborating with colleagues both locally and internationally. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by ensuring robust compliance practices within a truly global business, all while being supported by a culture that values openness, integrity, and continuous learning. * Play a key role in shaping compliance strategy for Global FX and eTrading activities, supporting business growth while upholding the highest regulatory standards. * Benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements in London, alongside access to private healthcare, enhanced family leave policies, and generous pension contributions. * Join an inclusive team that champions diversity, encourages open dialogue, and provides extensive training and development resources to help you thrive in your career.

What you'll do:

As an eTrading Markets Compliance Advisory specialist, you will play an integral part in safeguarding the organisation’s reputation by ensuring rigorous adherence to regulatory requirements across Global FX trading activities. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve providing insightful guidance on evolving regulations such as MiFID II or MAR, advising on industry codes like FMSB or the FX Global Code, and supporting the implementation of robust controls around algorithmic trading. You will work closely with Sales, Trading, Risk Management, Operations, and Governance teams—both in London and internationally—to foster a culture of transparency and accountability. By building strong partnerships across departments, you will help shape strategic decisions that balance commercial objectives with regulatory obligations. Your ability to interpret complex workflows and communicate effectively will be essential as you contribute to high-level governance discussions while also engaging directly with front-line staff. Success in this role means not only keeping pace with regulatory change but also proactively identifying risks before they materialise—ensuring that every aspect of the business operates with integrity.

• Provide independent advice, oversight, and challenge on risk management practices across Global FX Sales and Trading within Markets & Securities Services businesses to ensure alignment with relevant laws, regulations, codes, and internal standards.
• Deliver expert compliance advisory support for the Global FX business, focusing on industry standards such as FMSB and FX Global Code as well as key regulations including MiFID, MAR, and DFA.
• Monitor regulatory and legislative developments closely, offering timely advice to enable the business to implement changes efficiently and maintain compliant operations.
• Cultivate strong collaborative relationships with Non-Financial Risk teams, Chief Operating Office staff, Sales and Trading personnel, and management to review control frameworks and governance forums.
• Act as a trusted advisor by providing robust challenge in your capacity as Compliance Risk Steward to ensure effective risk mitigation across all relevant functions.
• Support the design and implementation of algorithmic trading control frameworks by leveraging your understanding of electronic trading environments.
• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of benchmarks governance by applying knowledge of associated regulatory principles and standards.
• Communicate complex compliance issues clearly to stakeholders at all levels, ensuring prompt escalation where necessary to protect organisational integrity.
• Participate actively in cross-border projects with overseas colleagues to address global compliance challenges within the FX market context.
• Champion best practices in compliance culture by promoting awareness of the FX Global Code and other relevant industry guidelines throughout the business.

What you bring:

To excel as an eTrading Markets Compliance Advisory professional in this organisation’s London office, you will bring substantial experience from previous roles focused on regulatory compliance within financial services—preferably involving electronic trading platforms or foreign exchange products. Your background should include hands-on involvement with algorithmic trading controls as well as exposure to major regulatory frameworks governing global markets activity. You are adept at interpreting new legislation or industry codes into practical guidance for business units while maintaining an unwavering focus on detail. Your interpersonal skills are second-to-none; you thrive when working collaboratively across diverse teams—whether reviewing governance structures with risk managers or explaining nuanced compliance issues to traders. A natural communicator who can translate complexity into clarity for different audiences is essential here. Additionally, your ability to anticipate potential risks before they escalate sets you apart as someone who not only responds but also adds value through foresight. If you have experience working within large multinational organisations or have contributed to cross-jurisdictional initiatives previously—this will serve you well given the global reach of this position.

• Extensive experience in a Regulatory Compliance role within financial services, ideally focused on eTrading environments with deep knowledge of FX markets products such as cash FX or options.
• Demonstrated understanding of algorithmic trading control frameworks including their design, implementation, and ongoing monitoring requirements.
• Comprehensive grasp of benchmarks governance along with familiarity with key regulatory principles such as those outlined by FMSB or under MiFID II/MAR/DFA regimes.
• Exceptional analytical skills enabling you to dissect complex processes while maintaining meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of your work.
• Outstanding communication abilities allowing you to articulate technical compliance matters clearly across multiple stakeholder groups both verbally and in writing.
• Proven track record of building collaborative relationships within multi-disciplinary teams spanning risk management, operations, sales/trading desks, and senior leadership.
• Awareness of the FX Global Code or similar industry guidelines would be advantageous for this position.
• Experience navigating global organisations or working on cross-border projects is highly desirable given the international scope of this role.
• A commitment to upholding ethical standards combined with a proactive approach towards identifying emerging risks within fast-evolving markets.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering dedication to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone’s voice is valued—regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability status, religion, sexual orientation or age. As a Disability Confident Leader committed to accessible recruitment processes for all candidates—including those who are neurodivergent or living with long-term conditions—you can expect genuine support throughout your application journey. Employees benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements designed around individual needs alongside private healthcare coverage for UK-based staff members. Enhanced maternity/adoption pay policies ensure that returning parents feel supported during important life transitions while generous employer pension contributions provide peace of mind about your future security. Professional development is prioritised through tailored training programmes so that every team member has opportunities for personal growth no matter their starting point. Above all else: this is an environment where doing the right thing isn’t just encouraged—it’s expected—and where collaboration across borders opens doors not just for careers but also for new perspectives on what it means to succeed together.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your expertise in regulatory compliance to new heights within a supportive global team environment—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; seize this opportunity to advance your career in one of London’s most respected financial institutions.

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