Director, Exchange Traded Derivative / Futures Operations

Job title: Director, Exchange Traded Derivative / Futures Operations

About the Role The Director will lead and manage the Exchange Traded Derivative / Futures Operations team, driving operational excellence and ensuring alignment with business strategies and regulatory requirements. This role oversees Senior Managers and their teams, fostering a high-performance culture focused on compliance, risk mitigation, and client service.

What You'll Do

• Lead and manage the Exchange Traded Derivative / Futures Operations team, ensuring efficient, risk-aware, and compliant operations.
• Develop and execute strategic and tactical plans to improve operational efficiency, automation, and standardization.
• Oversee governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management, including AML/ATF and sanctions requirements.
• Build and maintain a high-performing, inclusive team through coaching, succession planning, and talent development.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external clearing partners across Canada, the U.S., Europe, and other regions.
• Drive transformation initiatives and process improvements to adopt industry best practices and enhance client experience.
• Ensure robust supervisory controls, risk reporting, and escalation mechanisms are in place and effective.
• Manage resources and budgets to meet business objectives and regulatory obligations.

What We're Looking For

• Leadership Experience: Minimum 10 years in senior operational management roles within capital markets, with a track record of leading large teams and influencing at the executive level.
• Domain Expertise: Extensive knowledge of Exchange Traded Derivatives, clearing processes, and related regulatory frameworks. Familiarity with derivatives and foreign exchange operations is highly recommended.
• Regulatory & Risk Acumen: Strong understanding of wholesale banking operations, compliance requirements, and risk management principles.
• Strategic Mindset: Ability to design and execute transformation strategies, optimize processes, and implement automation to reduce operational risk.
• Stakeholder Management: Skilled at building relationships with internal executives and external clearing partners across multiple geographies.
• Operational Excellence: Demonstrated success in creating standardized, efficient processes and leveraging data analytics for risk mitigation and performance improvement.
• Change Leadership: Adept at leading through complexity, driving cultural change, and fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment.
• Critical Skills: Exceptional organizational, communication, and decision-making abilities, with strong business acumen and sound judgment.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with derivatives and foreign exchange operations is highly recommended.