Product Control, Commodities, Manager (AVP)

at  Macquarie Group Limited

Our global product control team plays a pivotal role in supporting the Commodities and Global Markets Group (CGM) by providing essential financial oversight and analysis. Based in our dynamic London office, we are instrumental in partnering with various stakeholders to ensure the financial integrity and performance of our trading activities.
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?
As a Manager within our Product Control team, you will play a crucial part in safeguarding the financial integrity of our trading operations, with a specific focus on the Physical Commodities business. Your day-to-day will involve, collaboration with traders to evaluate trading strategies and valuation impacts, ensuring they align with our financial objectives. Beyond this, your role extends to conducting profit & loss attribution analyses, providing pivotal support for new business initiatives, and reviewing structured trade deals to ensure they meet our financial standards.
You will also be tasked with identifying financial risks and implementing control measures to mitigate these, while also engaging in financial analytics to spot trends and preempt potential issues through a thorough understanding of our financial practices and the impact of trading activities. Your role is fundamental in driving operational excellence within the team, necessitating continuous improvement of our processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

What you offer

• At least 4 years of relevant experience, with a strong foundation in financial products and trading businesses. Knowledge of commodities, profit & loss attribution, and the impact of trading on financial statements is advantageous.
• A deep understanding of the trade life-cycle and its implications on the business’s financial health.
• Exceptional client service skills, with a keen awareness of risk and control mechanisms.
• A strong sense of responsibility and ownership over key tasks, coupled with a continuous drive for improving team performance and work quality.
• The ability to adapt to new concepts and changes within the business, demonstrating a proactive approach to tackling challenges and enhancing operational efficiency.

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 the Financial Management Group
In our Financial Management Group you will work in the financial hub of Macquarie, driving real change for our businesses. You will be part of a team that plays an important role building relationships with our regulators, partners, communities and shareholders - all of which play a key role in upholding Macquarie’s brand.
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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