The Head of Product Control will lead the Product Control function, ensuring robust financial oversight, accurate reporting and insightful analysis of trading performance. This role plays a critical part in supporting the Group’s growth strategy and product expansion by providing leadership, commercial insight and strong control governance.You will manage a Product Controller, oversee end-to-end P&L reporting, and work closely with Finance, Risk, Product and Front Office teams to drive transparency, accountability and financial performance across the business.Role and ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Team ManagementLead and develop the Product Control team (currently one direct report), ensuring high performance and continuous improvement.Establish clear roles, responsibilities and development plans to support team growth and succession planning.Daily P&L Oversight and ReportingValidate and report daily P&L for all trading products, including futures, options, cash equities and treasury.Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data across all reporting platforms.Deliver consolidated commentary and analysis to senior stakeholders and the Executive Team.Commercial Insight and Business PartneringProvide value-adding insight into product performance, pricing and trading activity.Partner with the Front Office teams to evaluate the financial impact of strategic initiatives.Play a leading role in budgeting, forecasting and business planning for product areas.Control Environment and ComplianceMaintain and enhance financial control frameworks across product control processes.Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory obligations and internal policies.Support internal and external audits, ensuring all queries are responded to accurately and efficiently.Strategic Projects and Change ManagementDrive system and process improvements to enhance the efficiency and scalability of the function.Lead on finance input to product launches, regulatory change and other strategic projects.Champion data-led decision-making through better use of BI tools and automation.Key Skills and ExperienceEssentialQualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with extensive post-qualification experienceStrong background in Product Control within a trading, brokerage or investment banking environmentDemonstrated leadership and team management experienceDeep understanding of trading P&L, valuation, financial products and risk conceptsStrong commercial acumen and ability to influence senior stakeholdersExcellent communication and presentation skillsProficiency in Excel and financial reporting toolsDesirableFamiliarity with regulatory reporting and audit processesExposure to BI tools and data-driven analysisCMC Markets is powered by our people. We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people feel confident to be themselves, feel valued and are able to do their best work. We don’t just value differences and unique perspectives, we seek them out and we invite them in, because we know it will lead to better outcomes for everyone. #J-18808-Ljbffr