Overview

Director of Trade Strategy role at RELX

About Our Business

LexisNexis Risk Solutions is the essential partner in the assessment of risk. Within our Business Services vertical, we offer solutions focused on helping businesses drive revenue growth, maximize operational efficiencies, and improve customer experience. Our solutions address Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Terrorist Financing, Identity Authentication & Verification, Fraud and Credit Risk mitigation, and Customer Data Management. Learn more at risk.lexisnexis.com

About Us

We help organisations tackle Financial Crimes Compliance (FCC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) challenges. Our clients span over 100 countries and include banks, fintechs, corporates, and more. The Market Planning team drives our commercial strategy, working cross-functionally with clients to enhance risk management. We value curiosity, collaboration, and innovation—and we support every team member to grow and make an impact.

About The Role

We’re seeking a strategic leader to guide the global direction of our Trade Screening solutions. Reporting to the Global Head of Screening Strategy, this role will shape product and commercial strategy, manage the Trade portfolio, and influence innovation across the business. You’ll collaborate with teams across product, sales, marketing, legal, and operations to align with market trends, regulations, and customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Define strategy and investment priorities for Trade Screening in partnership with Product and Data teams.
• Provide market insights and regulatory updates to inform business decisions.
• Manage the Trade portfolio and drive growth with a focus on customer experience.
• Lead pricing and go-to-market initiatives to deliver value.
• Present strategy updates and performance reviews to senior leadership.
• Coordinate regional execution with global strategy.
• Explore partnership and acquisition opportunities aligned with FCC goals.
• Represent the business at industry events and forums.

Requirements

• Experience in FCC, trade compliance, or related fields.
• Background in strategy, consulting, or product leadership.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence outcomes.
• Strong communication skills, including public speaking.
• Familiarity with financial performance metrics.
• Education or experience in business, analytics, or engineering is welcome but not required.

Working For You

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we offer:

• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
• Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits
• Wellbeing programs
• Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme
• Save As You Earn share option scheme
• Travel Season ticket loan
• Electric Vehicle Scheme
• Optional Dental Insurance
• Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children
• RECARES days to support charities and causes
• Access to employee resource groups with time to volunteer
• Access to extensive learning and development resources
• Access to employee discounts via Perks at Work

Job Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Business Development and Sales
• Industries: Technology, Information and Media

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