Physical Commodity Operations EMEA | Associate Director

at  Macquarie Group Limited

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate Director to lead our Physical Commodities Operations team based in London. The team is responsible for providing business-aligned operations such as deal validation, settlement, trade finance, trade documentation and inventory control support to Macquarie’s commodities business. The Commodity Markets and Financing business at Macquarie has grown quickly over recent years and this role presents an opportunity to be part of a fast-evolving team and business.
At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 34 markets and with 55 years of unbroken profitability. You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes.
What role will you play?
You will lead a team of high-performing commodity operations specialists who are responsible for providing support to the physical commodities business in EMEA by driving performance, and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. You will utilise your organisational skills to review the current state of physical commodity operations, identify a plan for any uplift, and see through delivery. Your role will consist of keeping a pulse on commodity market and technology trends, demonstrating an entrepreneurial mindset to identify and leverage new opportunities that align with our strategic goals, particularly in managing risk. You will also build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders across the business, risk and operations teams.

What you offer

• 10+ years’ of experience in physical commodities, experience within a banking or regulated financial setting is preferred
• Proven track record of leading diverse teams to achieve strong results
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate and deliver projects that drive measurable risk management outcomes
• Ability to balance the detail of physical commodity business process and controls, with the ability to think broadly and create a strategic plan
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable interacting with and influencing senior internal and external stakeholders.

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you’re excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.
About Corporate Operations Group
In our Corporate Operations Group, you will work at the heart of Macquarie. Join a collaborative team who accelerate digitalisation, sustainability and social impact for the benefit of our people, customers, shareholders and communities. Our teams include technology, digital transformation and data, operations, human resources, business services, corporate strategy and solutions and the Macquarie Group Foundation.
Benefits

Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• One wellbeing leave day per year and minimum 25 days of annual leave
• Primary carers are eligible for minimum 20 weeks paid leave and minimum 6 weeks for secondary carer
• Paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Range of benefits to support your physical, psychological and financial wellbeing
• Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioral health network with counseling and coaching services
• Recognition and service awards

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. As an inclusive employer, Macquarie does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race (including color and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief

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