Requirements
* 3–6 years of experience, ideally with a strong foundation in strategy consulting (Manager or equivalent level at a top-tier firm)
* Meaningful exposure to capital markets, financial services, or a closely adjacent sector — either through consulting engagements or direct industry experience
* Proven track record of owning complex, multi-stakeholder workstreams end-to-end in a fast-paced environment
* Exceptional analytical and problem-structuring capabilities; comfortable building business cases, financial models, and executive presentations from scratch
* Outstanding written and verbal communication, with the ability to distil complex information into clear, compelling narratives for senior audiences
* Strong interpersonal skills and the gravitas to operate credibly with senior stakeholders across the organisation
* Self-starter with high initiative; able to prioritise effectively and move quickly without extensive direction
* Collaborative team player with a genuine interest in building something — not just advising on it
What the job involves
* IG Prime is IG Group's prime brokerage and institutional business, serving hedge funds, asset managers, family offices, and professional traders with best-in-class execution, financing, and market access
* We operate with the agility of a specialist business backed by the infrastructure and balance sheet of a global, listed group
* IG Prime is seeking a high-calibre Business Manager to work directly alongside the Chief of Staff / COO
* This is a high-impact, highly visible role at the centre of IG Prime's growth agenda, spanning strategic initiatives, operational alignment, and senior leadership support
* This role offers a rare opportunity to operate at the most senior levels of the business, work across the full breadth of IG Prime's agenda, and develop an unrivalled understanding of how a capital markets business is built and run
* For an ambitious individual looking to accelerate their career beyond consulting into a commercially oriented leadership track, this is a defining opportunity
* The successful candidate will act as a trusted partner and force multiplier to the leadership team, owning complex cross-functional workstreams from inception through to delivery. You will operate at the intersection of strategy and execution, working across product, technology, sales, and the broader IG Group organisation
* Lead and project-manage high-priority strategic initiatives, including new product launches, growth programmes, and business transformation workstreams
* Conduct rigorous analysis to support decision-making, including market sizing, competitive benchmarking, and business case development
* Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans with clear milestones, owners, and accountability frameworks
* Partner with the sales leadership team to design and drive sales acceleration programmes, including go-to-market strategy, pipeline analytics, and client coverage optimisation
* Develop and maintain performance frameworks and dashboards to track commercial KPIs and identify areas of opportunity
* Act as the key interface between product, technology, and the business — ensuring roadmap priorities are aligned to commercial objectives and that dependencies are actively managed
* Facilitate cross-functional forums, resolve escalations, and drive operational rigour across teams
* Identify structural or process inefficiencies and lead initiatives to improve organisational effectiveness
* Prepare high-quality materials for ExCo, Board, and CEO-level audiences, including strategic updates, business reviews, and investor briefings
* Coordinate and drive the annual and quarterly planning cycle, ensuring leadership have the information and analysis needed to make timely decisions
* Support the COO / Chief of Staff in managing the IG Prime leadership agenda, including preparation for key forums and offsites
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