Business Manager
This is a rare opportunity to sit at the centre of a high-performing capital markets business, partnering directly with a senior executive to shape and drive strategy. You’ll play a key role in aligning priorities, unlocking growth, and keeping the business moving at pace.
Role Overview:
*Location: Central London/Hybrid (3 days per week on site).
*Package: £100,000- £130,000pa, Discretionary Annual Bonus & Benefits
*Industry: Capital Markets/Financial Services
What You’ll Be Doing:
*Act as a trusted advisor to a senior executive, helping define and refine strategic direction
*Turn high-level strategy into clear, actionable plans and ensure delivery across teams
*Use structured analysis to support decision-making and solve complex business challenges
*Own performance tracking, delivering insights across revenue, clients, and key KPIs
*Identify commercial opportunities and risks across markets, products, and client segments
*Partner with sales, trading, and product teams to align on market trends and client needs
*Lead cross-functional initiatives including product launches, expansion plans, and process improvements
*Keep key projects on track by removing blockers and maintaining momentum
*Prepare high-quality materials for executive, board, and client discussions
*Act as a central coordination point across senior stakeholders and business units
Main Skills Needed:
*Background in top-tier consulting (MBB or equivalent), with strong problem-solving capability
*Solid experience within capital markets (e.g., FX, derivatives, prime brokerage, institutional trading)
*Strong commercial mindset with the ability to link strategy to tangible outcomes
*Advanced analytical skills, including working with complex datasets and financial insights
*Confident communicator, able to influence and engage senior stakeholders
*Experience operating in fast-paced, high-performance environments
*High attention to detail with a focus on delivering quality outputs
*Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
What’s in It for You:
*Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
*A high-impact role with real influence over business direction and performance
*Opportunity to work across multiple areas of a capital markets business
*Fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment with strong career progression potential
*Collaborative culture with access to top-tier talent and expertise
*Competitive package with performance-related incentives
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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