Senior Manager - Operations - Asset Management (India based)
Our client, a prestigious asset management firm with a strong global presence, is seeking a seasoned Senior Manager to lead operations across equities and derivatives. This is a high-impact role that sits at the heart of the firm's investment operations, ensuring seamless trade lifecycle management, risk mitigation, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee end-to-end operations for equities and listed derivatives, including trade capture, confirmation, settlement, and reconciliation.
- Partner closely with portfolio managers, traders, custodians, and counterparties to ensure timely and accurate processing.
- Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and reduce risk.
- Lead and mentor a small team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls across all operational activities.
- Support new product launches and business expansion initiatives from an operations perspective.
Qualifications & Experience:
- 8+ years of experience in investment operations, with strong exposure to equities and derivatives.
- Proven leadership capabilities and experience managing teams or complex workflows.
- Deep understanding of trade lifecycle, market infrastructure, and post-trade processes.
- Familiarity with systems such as Bloomberg, Markit, Calypso, or similar platforms.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Experience in asset management or buy-side firms preferred.
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