Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking an IT Project Manager Lead with solid experience in CIB / Global Markets to lead strategic Front-to-Back initiatives in Equities.
Key Highlights:
1. Lead complex programs and projects in Global Markets environments.
2. Engage with key business areas and senior stakeholders.
3. Participate in strategic transformation programs.
**Description:**
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At **NS Group**, we are looking to hire **an IT Project Manager Lead** with strong **experience in CIB / Global Markets**, to lead strategic Front\-to\-Back initiatives in the Equities area (Cash and Listed Derivatives).
We seek a senior profile with a strong combination of **large-scale technology program leadership, functional understanding of financial markets business, and deep knowledge of order routing, trading platforms, and back-office processes**.
The position **prefers candidates based in Madrid**, with a **hybrid work model.**
***Main Responsibilities***
* Lead complex programs and projects in Global Markets environments.
* Coordinate end\-to\-end initiatives across Front Office, Middle Office, Back Office, and IT.
* Engage with senior stakeholders (Head of Trading, COO, etc.).
* Define roadmaps, priorities, and execution plans.
* Supervise Project Managers and cross-functional teams.
* Manage risks, dependencies, budget, and executive reporting.
* Act as a functional and technological reference in transformation initiatives.
***Position Conditions***
* Location: Madrid (preferred).
* Work Model: Hybrid.
* Candidates based in Madrid: 2\-3 days onsite per week.
* Candidates from other locations: 1 day onsite per week.
* Sector: Investment Banking / Global Markets.
***What We Offer***
* Participation in strategic transformation programs in financial markets.
* Engagement with key business areas and senior stakeholders.
* International and highly specialized environment.
* Join NS Group, a leading IT services company.
* Competitive compensation based on experience.
* Contract Type: Permanent
**Requirements:**
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**Essential Functional Requirements**
* More than **10 years of experience** in CIB / Global Markets environments.
* In-depth knowledge of **Equities** (Cash and Listed Derivatives).
* Solid experience in **ETD** (Exchange Traded Derivatives) and clearing processes.
* Knowledge of:
* + Order Management (Care Orders, algorithms, block trading)
+ Connectivity (DMA, EDA)
+ Front\-to\-Back workflows
* Experience in **Back Office**:
* + Confirmations
+ Settlement
+ Clearing
+ Collateral
* Regulatory knowledge:
* + MiFID II
+ EMIR
+ MAR
+ DORA
**Valuable Technical Skills**
* FIX Protocol
* SQL
* Python
* Trading systems architecture
**Valuable Platforms**
* + Front Office: Fidessa, FIS Front Arena/FISTrader, EMSX (Bloomberg), Ullink, ORC
+ Back Office: UBIX, FIS CD, XTP (ION), Sernova, BME Intech, Hydra (ION CAD\-IT)