We are seeking experienced contractor professional to join our Front Office Risk & Controls team, supporting major global financial institutions in strengthening their electronic & algorithmic trading control frameworks, front office supervision, and risk governance structures.

This is a contract role for individuals with deep expertise in algo trading risk management and regulatory standards, combined with hands-on experience in front office controls and regulatory remediation.

Role Overview

As a contractor, you will provide specialist knowledge and practical solutions to address risks associated with electronic trading, supervision frameworks, and trading control environments. You will be a subject matter expert in designing, assessing, and implementing robust algo trading control frameworks aligned with global regulatory expectations (e.g., FCA, PRA, ESMA, MiFID II).

Key Focus Areas

Electronic / Algorithmic Trading Controls
– Assess, design, and implement governance frameworks to monitor and control algorithmic trading activity.
– Ensure compliance with UK and EU algo trading regulations, addressing supervisory expectations and best industry practices.
Front Office Supervision
– Develop and optimise supervisory control frameworks, MI reporting, and oversight tools to strengthen first line of defence controls.
Trading Control Frameworks
– Evaluate existing frameworks for weaknesses, implement controls to mitigate unauthorised/inappropriate trading activity, and recommend automation opportunities.
Regulatory Remediation
– Lead and deliver remediation programmes in response to regulator feedback, risk incidents, or industry-driven change.

Responsibilities

Lead and deliver projects, focusing on algo trading and front office risk control issues.
Provide subject matter expertise to senior stakeholders within global banks, advising on effective governance, supervision, and risk management frameworks.
Design and implement fit-for-purpose trading control environments to meet regulatory and operational expectations.
Contribute to methodology and knowledge development within the risk & controls practice.

Required Experience

We are looking for contractors who bring:

Proven expertise in algo trading controls and risk management within global markets.
Strong knowledge of UK & EU regulatory frameworks (e.g., MiFID II algo requirements, MAR, FCA/PRA expectations).
Background in consulting or front office control functions (supervision, risk, compliance, or COO).
Strong understanding of front office operations and associated risks.
Hands-on experience in project delivery and stakeholder engagement at senior levels.
Ability to assess and challenge control environments, with a track record of delivering practical improvements.

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