Foreign Exchange Operations Group Manager - Charlotte, NC

Zions Bancorporation

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NYSE: ZION) is a premier financial services company with ~$100B in assets operating through 8 brands in Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. With a leading market share in small and middle-market banking, the Bank’s 500+ client managers and 200+ wealth advisors have vigorous client development strategies that feed into Zions Capital Markets.

Zions Capital Markets

Zions Capital Markets provides targeted, client-driven financing and advisory solutions to help companies across our markets raise capital efficiently and execute strategic transactions effectively. Our approach is simple – help clients we know connect and tell their story to investors we know well. Zions Capital Markets brings “bulge bracket” solutions to the business customers of our local affiliates, as the platform is continually expanding our product capabilities to meet the evolving needs of our client base. The platform currently has teams of experienced professionals operating from offices in Salt Lake City, Houston, Los Angeles, Charlotte, Dallas, Ft. Lauderdale, and Orange County.

Zions Capital Markets is hiring a Foreign Exchange Operations Group Manager in Charlotte, NC.

About the Role

The FX Derivatives Operations Manager oversees the full trade-lifecycle operations for foreign exchange derivative products, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. This role manages a team responsible for trade capture, confirmation, settlement, reporting, and control functions. The manager partners closely with trading, sales, risk, technology, and compliance to ensure operational excellence, mitigate risk, and enhance the overall FX derivatives operating model

Essential Functions:

• Oversee end‑to‑end operational processes for FX derivatives, including forwards, options, NDFs, swaps, and structured products
• Manage and develop a team of operations analysts and senior specialists
• Ensure accurate and timely trade capture, validation, confirmation, and settlement
• Manage exception workflows and resolve breaks related to trade details, cash flows, and valuations
• Maintain a strong control environment to prevent operational, settlement, and reputational risk
• Oversee reconciliations (positions, cash, valuations, collateral) and investigate discrepancies
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, audit requirements, and global regulatory standards (e.g., Dodd‑Frank, EMIR, MiFID)
• Act as the primary operational liaison to trading desks, sales teams, corporate clients
• Collaborate with technology and product partners to enhance systems, automate workflows, and improve data quality
• Support onboarding of new products, counterparties, and system enhancements
• Set performance goals, provide coaching, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Lead operational readiness for new initiatives, market changes, and technology upgrades

 Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in FX derivatives operations, middle office, or trade support roles
• Strong understanding of FX derivative products, valuation concepts, and trade lifecycle workflows
• Ability to lead teams in fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environments
• Experience with FX trading and operations platforms (e.g., Spectrum, Murex, Calypso, Wallstreet FX, Bloomberg)

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to investigate complex issues
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work independently without direct supervision
• Proven ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to prioritize across multiple deadlines in a fast-moving trading environment

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – START DAY ONE!
• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Paternal Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA), and dependent care accounts
• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
• Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products