Asset Management - Head of EMEA ETF Capital Markets - Executive Director

Executive Director, Head of EMEA ETF Capital Markets

Location: London, UK
Business: 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.

• 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.

• 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.