Regional Head – Global Markets

About the role

The Regional Head, Global Markets will lead the bank’s Global Markets business across the region, overseeing trading, sales and risk management for foreign exchange, fixed income, commodities and derivatives. Reporting to the Head of CIB Anglophone, the role is responsible for delivering revenue growth, disciplined risk practices and strong client relationships while aligning the regional strategy with the broader CIB objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the regional markets strategy to grow revenues across FX, fixed income, equities, commodities and derivatives while meeting return‑on‑capital targets.
• Set and manage annual budgets, trading limits and risk appetites; monitor P&L and risk metrics daily and take proactive actions to optimise risk‑return balance.
• Lead product innovation and pricing strategies to differentiate the bank’s offerings and respond to client needs.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with corporates, financial institutions and public‑sector clients, ensuring competitive pricing, timely execution and value‑added research.
• Collaborate with country markets teams, risk management and other product partners to deliver integrated client solutions.
• Lead, motivate and develop a diverse team of sales, trading and research professionals.

Required profile

• Proven experience leading a regional Global Markets or similar trading business.
• Strong track record of revenue generation and profitability management.
• Deep understanding of FX, fixed income, commodities and derivatives markets and associated risk management practices.
• Ability to build and sustain strategic client relationships across corporates, financial institutions and public‑sector entities.
• Excellent collaboration skills with country teams, risk functions and product partners.
• Leadership experience in motivating and developing diverse sales and trading teams.

Required skills