Regional Head of Production Support in London - Robert Walters

This is a hands-on technical leadership position where you'll manage complex production environments, support critical trading applications, and shape the future of production services through innovation and strategic thinking.

The client are a leading Japanese Investment bank with a strong presence in London.

Regional Head of Production Support
Location: London
Salary: Discretionary

We are seeking an experienced professional to take on a pivotal leadership role within our Production Services function, driving operational excellence for Fixed Income and FX trading operations across EMEA. The client are a leading Japanese Investment bank with a strong presence in London.

This is a hands-on technical leadership position where you'll manage complex production environments, support critical trading applications, and shape the future of production services through innovation and strategic thinking.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and develop a talented regional team, ensuring stability in a fast-moving environment.
• Drive continuous improvement through emerging technologies like cloud solutions, AI, and automation.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across Trading, Sales, Middle Office, and Compliance.
• Manage IT incidents, problem-solving under pressure, and oversee governance processes.

What We're Looking For:

• 7+ years' experience in Production Support within investment banking.
• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to attract and nurture talent.
• Deep knowledge of Fixed Income and FX products, trade lifecycle, P&L, and risk.
• Technical expertise in Linux, databases, middleware, scripting (Python/Perl), DevOps tools, and cloud technologies.
• Exceptional communication skills and stakeholder management capabilities.

This is your opportunity to make an impact in a challenging yet rewarding role that combines technical expertise with strategic leadership.

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