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Market Structure Specialist

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BME | Bolsas y Mercados Españoles

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The role

BME - Bolsas y Mercados Españoles - drives the transformation of financial markets and belongs to SIX, the third largest exchange group in Europe.

What sets us apart drives us ahead: between local roots and global relevance, we are a unique blend of tradition and future, of foundation and growth. We value bright minds and inspire them to grow with their ideas. Come and shape the future of finance with us.

Market Structure Specialist

Madrid | Working from up to 40% | Reference 8367

Would you like to work closely with our regulated financial market infrastructure business units, and with the wider financial community to develop and promote the services of SIX? Do you have a good understanding of the exchange business and very good communication and interpersonal skills? Then, our Market Structure Team wants to hear from you! We are a highly motivated and collaborative team with wide experience in our field of expertise. We are responsible for monitoring and influencing policy and regulatory evolution and managing our relationships with relevant industry bodies also active in this field.

Does it sound interesting for you? Don't hesitate and apply now with your CV in English.

What You Will Do

Perform an advisory role and provide expertise for relevant regulatory developments (with a focus on the European Union / Spain, Switzerland and UK) and positively contribute to increase visibility of the team through active communication and expertise
Support the Exchange Business in Spain and Switzerland in internal and external meetings and discussions
Interact with relevant domestic and foreign trade associations setting the strategic direction, negotiate policy direction and understand the evolving financial landscape
Draft and negotiate SIX policy positions with all stakeholders aligned to business strategy
Represent the team across the internal business units, corporate projects, taskforces and working groups

What You Bring

A Bachelor's degree (ideally in finance or business administration); Master degree is an advantage or a legal background accompanied by at least 2 years of relevant work experience with a good understanding of financial markets, the capital markets' value chain, and specifically the activities of a financial market infrastructure provider like SIX
Solid understanding of domestic and European financial market regulation with focus on Exchanges
High flexibility and ability to work independently and under pressure
Structured way of thinking and working with open communication skills
Very good verbal and written skills in Spanish and English. German is a plus

If you have any questions, check out our FAQ page or call Sara Perez de la Cuesta at +34 91 709 56 80.

For this vacancy we only accept direct applications in English.

Diversity is important to us. Therefore, we are looking to receiving applications regardless of any personal background.

Hiring process

Application review, then generally two to three interviews, online or in person; some roles add a case study or an individual assessment 3 interviews

SIX aims to respond to every application within two weeks.
Only direct applications through the careers website are considered.

About BME | Bolsas y Mercados Españoles

BME | Bolsas y Mercados Españoles is the operator of the Spanish stock exchanges and financial markets, including the Madrid, Barcelona, Bilbao, and Valencia exchanges, as well as clearing and settlement systems. It is a key player in the Spanish financial infrastructure, providing trading, listing, and market data services. As part of the SIX Group since 2020, BME operates within a larger European financial services ecosystem, with a strong focus on technology and innovation in capital markets.

BME is headquartered in Madrid, where it maintains its main operations and a significant technology hub. The company offers a dynamic work environment at the intersection of finance and technology, with roles spanning IT, cybersecurity, data engineering, legal, and compliance. For international professionals, BME provides an opportunity to work in a leading European exchange group, with exposure to global financial markets and the backing of SIX Group. The company values technical expertise and offers roles that often require English, and sometimes German, making it accessible to international talent.

Industry: Financial Markets
Founded: 2002
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid
Website: bolsasymercados.es

Good to know if you are moving

BME is part of SIX Group, a Swiss company, offering opportunities for cross-border career moves within Europe.
The company is a key player in the Spanish financial market, providing a stable and regulated work environment.
Many roles require English, and some also require German, making it suitable for international professionals.
BME offers a range of technology and legal roles, ideal for those with expertise in financial services.
Madrid is a vibrant city with a high quality of life, and BME is centrally located in the financial district.

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