Who We Are Looking For: Who We Are Looking For: Stakeholder Relations Specialist

About Our Client:Our client, a trading company, is dynamic and expanding, committed to developing a new Regulatory Affairs and Stakeholder Relations Team. Joining them at this early stage offers a unique opportunity to shape their regulatory strategy, enhance stakeholder engagement efforts, and foster strategic partnerships within the financial markets.

Role Overview:We are seeking a seasoned Stakeholder Engagement Specialist with an in-depth understanding of financial markets, particularly in OTC derivatives and bonds. The ideal candidate will have a background in government relations, trade associations, regulatory affairs, or similar fields, with extensive experience in navigating the regulatory landscape and building collaborative relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stakeholder Mapping:Identify and prioritize key stakeholders in the financial markets ecosystem, focusing on banks, trade associations, and relevant industry groups in the UK, Europe, and other key jurisdictions.
• Relationship Building:Develop and nurture relationships with key stakeholders to foster collaboration and constructive discussion.
• Policy Advocacy:Monitor regulatory developments and policy initiatives, coordinate with the Regulatory Affairs Specialist, represent the company's interests through proactive engagement, and assist with analysis and drafting papers.
• Thought Leadership:Provide insights and thought leadership through presentations, whitepapers, and industry events.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:Work closely with internal teams to ensure alignment on regulatory matters and advocacy strategies.
• Event Management:Plan and coordinate stakeholder engagement events, including conferences and industry forums.
• Market Intelligence:Stay abreast of market trends and industry and regulatory developments impacting the client, providing regular updates and analysis.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education:Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience:Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, government relations, or public policy advocacy within the financial services industry.
• Knowledge:Deep understanding of financial markets infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and industry dynamics, particularly in the UK and Europe. Knowledge of other jurisdictions (especially the US or APAC) is a plus.
• Relationship Building:Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, including financial firms, regulatory authorities, and industry associations.
• Communication:Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, able to articulate complex concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Analytical Skills:Strong analytical skills with attention to detail, able to synthesize market intelligence and regulatory information into actionable insights.
• Proactive and Self-motivated:Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Travel:Willingness to travel as needed.
• Strategic Thinking:Proactive approach with strong advocacy skills and experience representing company interests in public forums.
• Organizational Skills:Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

About Our Client:Our client, a trading company, is dynamic and expanding, committed to developing a new Regulatory Affairs and Stakeholder Relations Team. Joining them at this early stage offers a unique opportunity to shape their regulatory strategy, enhance stakeholder engagement efforts, and foster strategic partnerships within the financial markets.

Role Overview:We are seeking a seasoned Stakeholder Engagement Specialist with an in-depth understanding of financial markets, particularly in OTC derivatives and bonds. The ideal candidate will have a background in government relations, trade associations, regulatory affairs, or similar fields, with extensive experience in navigating the regulatory landscape and building collaborative relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stakeholder Mapping:Identify and prioritize key stakeholders in the financial markets ecosystem, focusing on banks, trade associations, and relevant industry groups in the UK, Europe, and other key jurisdictions.
• Relationship Building:Develop and nurture relationships with key stakeholders to foster collaboration and constructive discussion.
• Policy Advocacy:Monitor regulatory developments and policy initiatives, coordinate with the Regulatory Affairs Specialist, represent the company's interests through proactive engagement, and assist with analysis and drafting papers.
• Thought Leadership:Provide insights and thought leadership through presentations, whitepapers, and industry events.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:Work closely with internal teams to ensure alignment on regulatory matters and advocacy strategies.
• Event Management:Plan and coordinate stakeholder engagement events, including conferences and industry forums.
• Market Intelligence:Stay abreast of market trends and industry and regulatory developments impacting the client, providing regular updates and analysis.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education:Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience:Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, government relations, or public policy advocacy within the financial services industry.
• Knowledge:Deep understanding of financial markets infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and industry dynamics, particularly in the UK and Europe. Knowledge of other jurisdictions (especially the US or APAC) is a plus.
• Relationship Building:Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, including financial firms, regulatory authorities, and industry associations.
• Communication:Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills, able to articulate complex concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Analytical Skills:Strong analytical skills with attention to detail, able to synthesize market intelligence and regulatory information into actionable insights.
• Proactive and Self-motivated:Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Travel:Willingness to travel as needed.
• Strategic Thinking:Proactive approach with strong advocacy skills and experience representing company interests in public forums.
• Organizational Skills:Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.