Chief Commercial Officer (London)

Job Description: Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) UK at Saxo

Saxo provides a leading online trading platform, connecting investors and traders to global financial markets. Our focus is on engaging curious individuals and maximizing their investment opportunities.

Role Overview: As the CCO UK, you will be a senior leader within the UK Office, responsible for executing the growth strategies of our Direct Business (Direct to Client). You will act as a bridge between clients (via the Sales/RM team) and their digital platform experience (via the Client Journeys team). Your role encompasses strategic decision-making, team leadership, operational management, and representing Saxo externally at client events and PR activities.

Mandate:

• Report to the CEO UK and be part of the UK Senior Management team.
• Represent the UK office on selected committees within the Saxo Group.
• Manage teams and key personnel in the UK Office as a matrix manager.

Responsibilities: Strategic:

• Lead strategic decision-making and initiative implementation in a compliant manner.
• Develop detailed local commercial strategies aligned with stakeholders.
• Communicate strategy effectively across the organization.
• Lead and motivate the Sales and Journey teams (~12 members), ensuring alignment with global and local stakeholders.
• Foster a strong leadership culture aligned with Saxo’s principles.
• Align local priorities with global initiatives and oversee their implementation.
• Report on commercial strategy progress to Group Management.

Operational:

• Manage budgets, KPIs, and targets for the Direct business.
• Establish strong processes and governance for local journeys.
• Drive sales through KPIs such as referrals, call rates, and campaign conversions.
• Build and maintain relationships with VIP clients for development and issue resolution.

Compliance:

• Ensure daily compliance of the First Line team with regulatory standards.

Your Profile:

Minimum 15 years in Financial Services, with experience in digital products, brokerage, and client-facing roles. Proven leadership in achieving growth and commercial targets.

• Player-Manager: Lead growth while actively contributing.
• Risk & Controls Mindset: Understand regulatory risks and controls.
• Data Centric: Make decisions based on data analysis.
• Bias to Action: Focus on priorities and execute energetically.
• Financial Markets Enthusiast: Strong understanding and passion for trading and investing.
• Eager to Learn: Proactive and curious mindset.
• Ownership: Lead by example with integrity.
• Navigate Challenges: Resilient and composed in choppy waters.

*Note: The team manages all client journeys, from awareness to activation and retention.*

We conduct ongoing interviews, so apply early. Join Saxo and be part of a purpose-driven, diverse, and inclusive organization committed to your growth and success.

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