Asset Management

Executive Director, Head of EMEA ETF Capital Markets Location: London, UKBusiness: JPMorgan Asset Management About JPMorgan Asset Management With over $300B in ETF assets globally, JPMorgan Asset Management is one of the fastest-growing ETF issuers in the world. We’re committed to innovation, operational excellence, and delivering best-in-class investment solutions to our clients. As we continue to expand our footprint, we’re seeking an exceptional leader to head our EMEA ETF Capital Markets team in London. The Opportunity This is a high-impact, visible leadership role at the heart of our ETF business. You’ll oversee the EMEA ETF Capital Markets team, drive strategic relationships across the ETF ecosystem, and ensure the structural integrity and operational efficiency of our ETF platform. You’ll be the go‑to expert for all things ETF capital markets, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver outstanding outcomes for clients and the firm. What You’ll Be Doing Leadership & Team Management Lead and develop a high‑performing ETF Capital Markets team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration Set clear goals, define team structure, and ensure accountability for results. Communicate firm and department-level objectives, set priorities, and align resources. Market Quality & Surveillance Facilitate primary market activity, working closely with authorized participants and liquidity providers. Ensure competitive market quality for UCITS ETFs by monitoring spreads, premiums/discounts, and trading volumes. Partner with Technology to enhance our ETF platform’s market surveillance and analysis tools, delivering deeper insights and improved risk detection. Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with market makers, authorized participants, exchanges, and other ecosystem partners. Develop and execute a regional broker relationship strategy, collaborating with our heads of fixed income and equities trading along with our Broker Relationship Management team. Partner with vendors to enhance pricing and trading data capabilities. Client & Stakeholder Engagement Support client execution, acting as the primary point of contact for trading, liquidity, and pricing queries. Collaborate with distribution and investment teams to support new product launches and business development. Educate clients and internal stakeholders on ETF trading mechanics, best execution, and market structure. Thought Leadership & External Presence Produce original research, market analysis, and actionable trade ideas for clients and advisors. Represent JPMorgan at industry events, conferences, and in the media. Contribute to thought leadership and increase visibility of the JPMorgan ETF range. Process & Risk Management Develop and implement best practices and process enhancements across capital markets operations. Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and ETF Platform to maintain robust policies and procedures. Drive effective risk management practices. What We’re Looking For 10+ years of experience in financial services, with deep expertise in ETF Capital Markets or Sales & Trading Proven leadership experience, with a track record of building and developing high‑performing teams. Extensive knowledge of ETF mechanics, market structure, and operations across asset classes (equities, fixed income, derivatives, FX). Strong relationships across the ETF ecosystem (authorized participants, market makers, exchanges, broker dealers). Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Experience with active ETFs, and familiarity with the UCITS global regulatory environment. Entrepreneurial drive, comfort with ambiguity, and a passion for innovation. Bachelor’s degree required; MBA, CFA, or advanced degree preferred. Why Join Us? Be at the forefront of active ETF innovation and growth in one of the world’s leading asset managers. Lead a talented team and shape the future of ETF capital markets in EMEA. Work in a collaborative, dynamic environment with exposure to senior leadership and global stakeholders. Make a real impact for clients, the firm, and the broader ETF industry. #J-18808-Ljbffr