Buy-Side Associate
Location: London
Employment type: Permanent, full-time
Closing date: 14 September 2026
About ICMA
The International Capital Market Association (ICMA) promotes resilient and well-functioning international debt capital markets, which are essential to fund sustainable economic growth and development.
ICMA is a not-for-profit membership association with over 630 members across 71 jurisdictions. Its members include issuers, banks and securities dealers, asset and fund managers, insurance companies, law firms, capital market infrastructure providers and central banks.
ICMA develops industry-driven standards, recommendations and market practices and engages with regulatory and governmental authorities to support efficient and resilient international capital markets. Its work covers primary markets, secondary markets, repo and collateral, sustainable finance, and financial technology and digitalisation
About the role
ICMA is seeking a Buy-Side Associate to join its Market Practice and Regulatory Policy team.
Working closely with the Senior Director and wider team, the successful candidate will support ICMA’s engagement with asset managers, investors and other market participants.
The role will include:
- supporting member engagement, committees and working groups;
- monitoring market and regulatory developments;
- conducting research and preparing draft briefings and consultation materials;
- contributing to publications, events and market-focused projects; and
- coordinating activities with colleagues across ICMA.
About you
You will have at least two years’ relevant professional experience, ideally within financial services, a trade association, regulatory affairs, public policy, market practice or a related field.
- You will also bring:
- strong research and analytical skills;
- an interest in international debt capital markets;
- excellent written and verbal English communication skills;
- strong organisation and attention to detail; and
- the ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively.
How to apply
For the full role profile and to apply, please visit: Buy-Side Associate - Apply Now
Applications must include:
- an up-to-date CV; and
- a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and how your experience meets the requirements.
Closing date: 14 September 2026
Right to work in the UK
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment. ICMA is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
The successful candidate will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK before starting employment.
Equal opportunities
ICMA is committed to providing equal opportunities and to maintaining an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates and assess applications based on the requirements of the role.
