Regulatory Engagement Lead, Director, EMEA and US, Commodities and Global Markets

Regulatory Engagement Lead, Director, EMEA and US, Commodities and Global Markets

London

Job ID: 19178

Posted: 05-Nov-2025

Permanent - Full time, Senior

Commodities, Compliance & Regulatory, FX & Money Markets, Risk Management

Our Commodities and Global Markets business combines specialist expertise, risk and capital solutions to help our clients realise opportunities in global markets including equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, commodities, technology, media and telecommunication. The Regulatory Engagement & Governance team forms part of the COO Division and plays a critical role in managing and uplifting our regulatory engagements, across our global footprint.

At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 31 markets and with 56 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes.

What role will you play?

We are seeking a pro active, forward thinking Regulatory Engagement Lead to join our Regulatory Engagement & Governance team. In this leadership position you will take full ownership for delivering the business' regulatory engagement strategy across the UK, Europe and Americas. You'll be accountable for the end to end performance of regulatory engagements, overseeing all 1st line aspects of the process, from coordination with internal stakeholders to delivery of high quality, timely responses to the regulators. A key focus will be to identify and deliver strategic uplift to enhance the effectiveness, consistency and efficiency of the regulatory engagement framework.

In this role you will be a trusted advisor and leader to the Global Head of Regulatory Engagement & Governance, driving the team's strategic vision. The role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact, in a complex and fast paced environment.

Key to this role is fostering strong relationships with internal stakeholders across the commodities and global markets business as well as partnering with 2nd line Risk Management Group and other operating groups globally.

What you offer

• 10+ years of experience in regulatory engagement, governance, business management / COO, legal/compliance within the financial services or consulting, or a regulated industry.
• A strong understanding of global regulatory frameworks and the ability to anticipate and respond to regulatory changes.
• Exceptional written communication to deliver complex regulatory responses with precision and timeliness.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, with a focus on proactive planning and execution.
• A demonstrated risk mindset and excellent stakeholder management skills to influence outcomes and align priorities.
• Front office or Line 1 risk experience is highly regarded.

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us. If you're excited about the role, we encourage you to apply.

What we offer

At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that's rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year and a minimum of 25 days of annual leave.
• 26 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers, along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks' paid leave for secondary caregivers.
• Paid fertility leave for those undergoing or supporting fertility treatment.
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching.
• Access to a wide range of salary sacrificing options.
• Benefits and initiatives to support your physical, mental, and financial well being including comprehensive medical and life insurance cover.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services.
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription.
• Access to company funded emergency and backup dependent care services.
• Recognition and service awards.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role.
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment.

About Commodities and Global Markets

Commodities and Global Markets is a global business offering capital and financing, risk management, market access, physical execution and logistics solutions to its diverse client base across Commodities, Financial Markets and Asset Finance.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply regardless of their identity, including age, disability, neurodiversity, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, parental status, race (including ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, or socio economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals as required during the recruitment process and in the course of employment. If you require additional assistance, please let us know during the application Process.