Senior Futures & Options/ ETD Operations Manager

Senior Futures & Options/ ETD Operations Manager

Martis Search are partnering with a global Investment Bank, headquartered in the City of London, to hire a permanent \”Senior Futures & Options/ ETD Operations Manager\” / \”Manager of Futures & Options/ ETD’s Reconciliations & Control.\”

This is a high-profile, front-office-facing role based on the trading floor, supporting London-based trading desks operating across global markets. The firm is an active participant in major international Futures & Options (ETD) exchanges and provides clearing services across a high-volume, multi-asset environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the ETD/ Futures & Options Reconciliations & Control function
• Oversee daily reconciliations across high-volume exchange-traded derivatives activity
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for Futures Operations within the business
• Drive process improvements, automation, and control enhancements
• Own and deliver operational change initiatives impacting the reconciliations functionBuild and develop a high-performing team, providing leadership and oversight
• Partner closely with Front Office, Technology, Risk, and Finance teams

Requirements

• Proven experience within ETD/ Futures & Options Operations, with a strong focus on Reconciliations and Controls
• Demonstrated team management experience within a sell-side Investment Bank or Brokerage
• Deep technical knowledge of Futures Operations and Exchange-Traded Derivatives (ETD) lifecycle
• Experience operating in high-volume, time-critical environments
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Track record of leading operational change and process improvement initiatives

Additional Information

Due to the scale, complexity, and growth of the business, this role is primarily office-based (5 days per week), with ad hoc flexibility where required. There is an expectation to support early morning coverage during the initial 6–8 months.

Compensation

• Strong discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package (pension, healthcare, life assurance)