Global Markets COO

We are AMS. We are a global total workforce solutions firm; we enable organisations to thrive in an age of constant change by building, re–shaping, and optimising workforces. Our Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) is one of our service offerings; we act as an extension of our clients' recruitment team and provide professional interim and temporary resources.

Our investment banking client has been present in the UK for more than 150 years, they're a long–term partner to British business. Today, the Group is formed of 10 divisions and employs 9,300 staff based in 21 core locations right across the country. Their role is simply stated: help clients achieve their goals by combining local know–how and global reach. In so doing, they seek to make a positive, sustainable contribution to both the UK economy and society.

On behalf of this organisation, AMS are looking for a Chief Operating Officer (COO/CAO) for a Maternity cover contract based in their office in London.

Purpose of the Role:

• To work on behalf of the UK Deputy Head of Global Markets with the Global Markets front office teams, GM COO teams, the UK Functions and UK Country Management to provide an efficient and robust governance framework, to facilitate the day to day role of the UK Deputy Head of Global Markets and to contribute directly to Global Markets business development and its sound operation.
• The role covers Global Markets activities with a UK Nexus – activities conducted by GM from and through London Branch

As a Chief Operating Officer you will be responsible for:

• Represent and support Global Markets management lines:
• Support the UK Deputy Head of Global Markets on key topics related to:

• –UK Governance
• –Operational and control issues, including financial security
• –Regulatory engagement
• –Resilience and BCP
• –UK Growth Plan and UK clients business development

• Ensure the proper preparation, execution and follow–up of GM UK Governance meetings (e.g. GM UK EXCO, GM UK CORE – Conduct & Operational Risk Committee, CIB UK ICC, London Branch Executive Committee (LBEC), Short Selling committee) where relevant
• Act as a delegate for the UK Deputy Head of Global Markets on UK Committees where relevant (e.g. CIB UK ICC, PRA Remediation committees, UK Smart OpCo)
• Act as a contributor, key point of contact, sponsor or sponsor delegate on various UK–based initiatives (e.g. regulatory programmes, remediation initiatives, cost optimisation / other projects)
• Manage the relationship with the UK Functions on behalf of the UK Deputy Head of Global Markets

• Manage the GM UK 'Space Management' team efficiently:
• Day–to–day management of team
• Mentor and train staff to develop a broad skillset relevant to their medium and long term career development
• Contribute to forming a strong partnership with GM COOs/BMs/CCCO teams

What we require from the candidate:

• Previous Experience within a COO or CAO role within another Investment Bank or similar institution
• Previous experience within the Global Markets function

Core Competencies

• Drive for results – Delivers high quality work
• Risk awareness – Demonstrates a good awareness of risk and fundamental risk concepts.
• Always considers risk in his/her daily activities and abides by the Key Front Officer Responsibilities, where relevant
• Corporate role model, integrity & ethics – Acts with discipline and high ethical standards
• Team player & cross cultural awareness – Works effectively in a team. Collaborates and shares information and solutions with colleagues, with other teams and stakeholders
• Client focus – Sees stakeholders as well as external clients as "customers"

Technical competencies

• Market, product & business – Is genuinely interested in financial markets and continually learning and staying abreast of new developments. Evidences a good appreciation of economics and market dynamics, with enough understanding to present views on market conditions and trends
• Business risk – Understands the market, credit, operational, compliance, legal, regulatory and reputational risks of transactions he/she managers

Essential personal skills

• Diligence – Displays dedication and prioritises problems by considering the impact on the business; identifies quick–wins
• Resilience – Stays calm and positive, controls his/her emotions in conflict or any situation of intense stress (due to market, time or client pressure).
• Communication (Active listener and clear communicator) – Communicates clearly in both native and English languages. Communicates pro–actively with management, escalating issues as necessary.
• Innovation – Thinks laterally to identify other sources of useful information and sees ways around obstacles and barriers.

If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and we will contact you with an update in due course.

This client will only accept workers operating via an Umbrella or PAYE engagement model.

AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business