At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a major transformation of trading infrastructure using the Calypso platform.
- Company: G MASS Consulting, supporting a global broker in financial services.
- Benefits: 6-month rolling contract with competitive salary to be discussed.
- Other info: Engage with senior stakeholders and manage complex programmes across multiple asset classes.
- Why this job: Drive impactful change in a dynamic trading environment and collaborate globally.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience with Calypso implementations and strong leadership in capital markets.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
G MASS Consulting is supporting a global broker undertaking a major front-to-back transformation of its trading and post-trade infrastructure. The programme centres on the implementation and consolidation of the Calypso platform, replacing legacy systems and establishing a single strategic platform across multiple asset classes.
Responsibilities
- Provide overall programme leadership for the Calypso implementation and platform consolidation initiative
- Establish delivery governance, programme structure and milestone tracking across workstreams
- Manage programme dependencies across technology, operations and product teams
- Coordinate with the Calypso vendor and implementation partners to ensure delivery milestones are achieved
- Lead cross-asset migration planning across FX, commodities, rates, and equity derivatives workflows
- Oversee operational change and ensure alignment between platform delivery and business processes
- Identify and mitigate programme risks, controlling delivery slippage and complex dependencies
- Engage senior stakeholders across global teams in EMEA, the US, and the Middle East
- Drive collaboration across internal technology teams, operations functions, and external vendors
Requirements
- Extensive experience delivering Calypso platform implementations, migrations or major transformations
- Proven programme leadership across large-scale trading platform or capital markets technology initiatives
- Strong understanding of cross-asset trading environments (FX, commodities, rates and derivatives)
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex transformation programmes involving multiple stakeholders and vendors
- Experience establishing governance frameworks and driving delivery across global teams
- Strong vendor management capability, particularly when coordinating with platform providers and system integrators
- Background within a Tier-1 investment bank, commodities trading firm, or global brokerage
Benefits
- 6-month rolling contract. Salary / rate to be discussed.
Calypso Programme Director in London employer: G MASS Consulting
G MASS Consulting is an excellent employer that values autonomy and innovation, providing a dynamic work environment where you can significantly impact non-financial returns processes. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer opportunities for professional development and a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. Join us in our London office to be part of a collaborative culture that prioritises excellence and continuous improvement.
