Britannia Global Markets has announced the appointment of industry veteran Martin Ryan as Chief Operating Officer (COO).

The FCA-regulated financial services firm, which specializes in brokering derivatives including foreign exchange, energy, agriculture, base metals and financial products, is looking to capitalize on its recent growth.

Martin joins Britannia after TP CAP and LSEG

With thirty years of experience in financial services and a strong background in trading technology and operations, Martin Ryan joins Britannia from TP ICAP, where he was Chief Operating Officer.

Prior to joining TP ICAP, Martin Ryan was CEO of London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Business Services and CIO and board member of its subsidiary, LCH Clearnet.

The industry veteran also held roles at Morgan Stanley and JP Morgan, where he began his career in the markets sales and trading industry.

“Britannia seeks to capitalize on its recent growth”

Martin Ryan, Chief Operating Officer of Britannia Global Markets, said: “I am delighted to be appointed Chief Operating Officer of Britannia Global Markets as the company seeks to capitalize on its recent growth. I look forward to working with a talented team on a series of initiatives to better position it for the future. »

Steve Pettitt, CEO of Britannia Global Markets, said: “We are delighted that Martin Ryan is joining us at an exciting time for the business. His extensive experience in technology and operations within financial services will add even more depth to the leadership team and I look forward to working with him.

Britannia also announced the appointment of Jodie Kelsall as Chief of Staff, enabling her to connect the front and back office with the delivery of Britannia’s business strategy, focusing on key projects and transparency both internally and externally.

“Jodie’s progression to the newly created role of Chief of Staff will allow her to use her talents to implement new strategic initiatives for Britannia Global Markets,” said Managing Director Steve Pettitt.

Britannia is one of the UK’s most established financial services companies, with two FCA regulated entities within the group providing securities, foreign exchange, commodities brokerage and custody services, covering the UK, Europe, USA, Latin America, Middle East and Asia.