EMEA Head of Foreign Exchange, Emerging Markets and Commodities Compliance Advisory Location: London - Hybrid (3 days / week in the office) An exceptional opportunity has arisen for you to join a globally renowned financial institution as the EMEA Head of Foreign Exchange, Emerging Markets and Commodities Compliance Advisory. This pivotal role places you at the heart of regulatory compliance within a truly international environment, where your expertise will directly influence the integrity and success of global trading operations. You will be empowered to manage a small team, with coverage across these asset classes providing first class business support to the front office. The organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values every perspective and supports professional growth through tailored development opportunities. With flexible hybrid working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package that includes private healthcare, enhanced family support, and generous pension contributions, this is a unique chance to advance your career in a supportive and forward-thinking setting. * Play a key role in shaping compliance strategy for foreign exchange, emerging markets, and commodities across EMEA while collaborating with colleagues worldwide to ensure best-in-class standards. * Benefit from flexible hybrid working options, private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay, robust return-to-work support, and a contributory pension scheme with generous employer contributions. * Join an organisation recognised for its commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion—where accessible recruitment processes and support for under-represented groups are central to the workplace ethos. What you'll do: As the EMEA Head of Foreign Exchange, Emerging Markets and Commodities Compliance Advisory, you will play an instrumental role in safeguarding the organisation’s reputation by ensuring rigorous adherence to regulatory requirements across multiple product lines. Your day-to-day activities will involve close collaboration with Sales, Trading, Management teams, Non-Financial Risk partners, and other stakeholders both locally in London and internationally. You will be responsible for interpreting complex regulatory developments into actionable guidance for business units while maintaining oversight over risk management practices. By nurturing strong inter-personal connections throughout the organisation’s network, you will help shape a culture of transparency and accountability. Your ability to communicate clearly will be essential when advising on new regulations or escalating potential issues. Success in this position requires not only technical proficiency but also empathy for diverse perspectives—ensuring that compliance remains at the forefront of strategic decision-making while supporting business growth. * Provide independent advice, oversight, and challenge on risk management practices across Global Foreign Exchange, Emerging Markets and Commodities Sales and Trading within Markets & Securities Services businesses to ensure alignment with relevant laws, regulations, codes, and group standards. * Deliver expert compliance advisory services covering industry standards such as FMSB and FX Global Code as well as regulations including MiFID, MAR, DFA relevant to Markets & Securities Services. * Monitor regulatory and legislative changes affecting the business; interpret their impact; and advise on implementation strategies to maintain compliant operations. * Cultivate strong collaborative relationships with Non-Financial Risk teams, Chief Operating Office staff, Sales and Trading personnel, and senior management to review business control frameworks and governance forums. * Act as a trusted advisor by providing robust challenge in your capacity as Risk Steward to ensure effective risk mitigation across all covered areas. * Support the ongoing development of compliance policies by contributing insights into evolving market practices and regulatory expectations. * Engage with global colleagues to share knowledge on best practices in compliance advisory for foreign exchange products and emerging markets. * Participate in regular reviews of algorithmic trading control frameworks to ensure they meet both internal standards and external regulatory requirements. * Contribute to the design and delivery of training initiatives aimed at enhancing awareness of compliance obligations among front office staff. * Prepare clear communications for escalation of issues or ideas related to compliance matters in a timely manner.

What you bring:

To excel as the EMEA Head of Foreign Exchange, Emerging Markets and Commodities Compliance Advisory you will bring substantial experience from previous roles within regulatory compliance—ideally gained in environments where eTrading forms a core part of business activity. Your background should include hands-on involvement with fixed income products alongside deep familiarity with relevant industry codes such as FMSB or FX Global Code. A nuanced understanding of algorithmic trading controls is essential given the complexity inherent in today’s markets. Beyond technical acumen you will demonstrate outstanding interpersonal skills—enabling you to build trust-based relationships across departments while championing open dialogue around risk management. Your approach should reflect sensitivity towards different cultural perspectives as well as a genuine commitment to supporting others’ professional development. The ideal candidate will have honed their ability to translate complex regulations into practical solutions that empower business units without compromising on integrity or transparency.

Extensive experience operating within a regulatory compliance function focused on fixed income with particular exposure to foreign exchange markets and associated products. In-depth knowledge of benchmarks along with associated regulatory principles such as those outlined by FMSB or FX Global Code. Proven analytical skills enabling you to navigate complex workflows while maintaining meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of your work. Excellent communication abilities allowing you to articulate intricate issues clearly across various audiences including senior management. Experience building collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams spanning risk management, sales/trading desks, operations staff, and governance bodies. Awareness of current trends in global regulation impacting foreign exchange markets (such as MiFID II/MAR/DFA) coupled with practical experience implementing these requirements within large organisations. A track record of providing timely escalation on emerging risks or compliance concerns through well-structured reporting channels. Commitment to upholding high ethical standards while fostering an inclusive environment that values diverse viewpoints within the team context.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering dedication to creating an environment where everyone can thrive regardless of background or identity. As a Disability Confident Leader it actively encourages applications from individuals living with disabilities or long-term conditions—offering guaranteed interviews for those who meet minimum criteria. The company’s commitment extends beyond recruitment: employees benefit from private healthcare coverage (for all UK-based staff), enhanced parental leave policies (including adoption support), structured return-to-work programmes after family-related absences, plus generous employer contributions into pension schemes. Professional development is prioritised through access to tailored learning pathways designed around individual aspirations. Flexible hybrid working arrangements further enhance work-life balance—reflecting an understanding that personal circumstances are as important as professional ambitions. Above all else this is an organisation where inclusivity isn’t just a value—it’s embedded into every aspect of daily life so that each person feels respected supported connected—and able to contribute fully toward shared success.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career in compliance advisory to new heights within a globally respected financial institution then this is your moment—seize the opportunity today!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next rewarding chapter awaits.

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