Executive Director, Markets: Lead Strategy & Supervision

in the Western Piedmont of North Carolina. Acutely sensitive to; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regulatory authority in the UK is looking for an Executive Director for Markets to join their Executive Committee. This role entails leading a major division responsible for supervision, policy, and competition in financial services, ensuring effective operational delivery, and engaging with stakeholders at senior levels. The ideal candidate will have substantial leadership experience, a strong background in financial markets, and the ability to inspire teams during periods of significant change. Applications from under-represented groups are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in leadership roles, particularly in financial services.
• In-depth understanding of conduct and business model risk in financial markets.
• Ability to negotiate and influence stakeholders at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Supervision, Policy and Competition Division effectively.
• Develop and implement supervision strategy, policy, and risk control frameworks.
• Engage with leadership of financial services firms to meet FCA objectives.

Skills

Leadership and people management

Knowledge of financial services markets

Stakeholder management

Collaborative approach

Job description

A leading regulatory authority in the UK is looking for an Executive Director for Markets to join their Executive Committee. This role entails leading a major division responsible for supervision, policy, and competition in financial services, ensuring effective operational delivery, and engaging with stakeholders at senior levels. The ideal candidate will have substantial leadership experience, a strong background in financial markets, and the ability to inspire teams during periods of significant change. Applications from under-represented groups are encouraged.