MAS Markets Names Matt Porter Head of Operations

MAS Markets names ATFX veteran Matt Porter as Head of Operations

FCA-regulated multi-asset liquidity provider MAS Markets has appointed Matt Porter as its new Head of Operations. The move is the firm's second senior hire in two months, after MAS Markets added Rostro executive Saul Knapp as CRO in May.

The company said the appointment comes during a period of growth. MAS Markets is putting more money into technology, infrastructure, and its leadership team as it serves a larger international client base.

Porter spent the last seven years at CFDs broker ATFX in London, where he led operations for the ATFX UK institutional business. He has also worked at Fixi, Morgan Stanley, and NatWest / Royal Bank of Scotland.

In his new role, Porter will focus on improving operational performance across the business. He will work on client onboarding, service delivery, internal processes, and coordination between departments. He will also work with senior leaders on plans that support efficiency and help the company move into new markets.

Simon Blackledge, CEO and Founder of MAS Markets, said, "As MAS Markets continues to grow, strong operational leadership is key to meeting client expectations. Matt brings deep experience and a practical approach to solving problems, improving efficiency, and building solid operational systems. His appointment shows our focus on investing in the people and infrastructure needed for the next stage of growth."

Porter said, "I'm pleased to join MAS Markets at such an important time in the company's growth. The business has built a strong reputation in the institutional trading space and has a clear plan for the future. I look forward to working with the team to improve operations, support clients, and help deliver on the firm's long-term goals."

Porter has spent years working in financial services operations, where he has handled business improvement, process changes, stakeholder management, project delivery, and operational governance. MAS Markets said that background makes him a strong fit for its leadership team.

The appointment follows a series of strategic investments as MAS Markets strengthens its position as a liquidity partner for brokers, hedge funds, family offices, and professional trading firms around the world.

About MAS Markets

MAS Markets is an FCA-regulated multi-asset liquidity provider that offers institutional liquidity, trading technology, and tailored solutions for brokers, hedge funds, family offices, and professional traders. Its infrastructure is hosted in LD4 and TY3 data centres, and it works with Tier 1 banking institutions to support execution and trading services for clients worldwide.

The company was rebranded from BidX Markets in 2024. It was founded in 2021 by CEO Simon Blackledge, who still holds a controlling stake in the business. Blackledge previously ran itexsys, an MT4 and MT5 white-label solutions provider.

MAS Markets is part of MAS Group, a global multi-asset financial markets organisation focused on institutional trading, liquidity solutions, and funds management.