Transaction Operations - 6-Month Estimated Contract
Our client is a leading asset management firm looking to hire a Senior Manager, Transaction Operations within its Transaction Operations team in Singapore.
The position is expected to be a six-month contract, although the duration may be extended or shortened depending on business requirements. A completion bonus will be payable upon successful completion of the contract.
Responsibilities for the Transaction Operations Specialist:
Lead the oversight of trade operations and regulatory reporting activities across multiple asset classes.
Act as the first point of escalation for operational issues involving internal stakeholders, outsourced service providers, custodians and brokers.
Oversee the end-to-end trade lifecycle and ensure post-trade operational requirements are completed accurately and within the required timelines.
Manage and resolve incidents, exceptions and stakeholder escalations independently.
Support operational transitions, new instruments, new markets and product development initiatives.
Serve as the subject matter expert for projects and process changes affecting transaction operations.
Maintain a robust risk and control environment through proactive issue identification, oversight and remediation.
Monitor relevant market developments and implement necessary operational or regulatory process changes.
Review and improve workflows, systems and controls through automation, innovation and the adoption of new technologies.
Lead, support and develop the transaction operations team while working closely with internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements for the Transaction Operations Specialist:
At least 10 years of middle-office or operations experience within the asset management industry.
A minimum of three years' experience in a supervisory or team leadership role.
Strong knowledge of asset management operations and the end-to-end trade lifecycle across multiple asset classes.
Experience overseeing outsourced service providers within a transaction operations environment.
Previous exposure to trade or regulatory reporting oversight would be advantageous.
Experience using Aladdin would be preferred but is not essential.
A degree in Business, Finance or a related discipline.
Strong stakeholder management, written communication and process documentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage operational risks, controls, incidents and competing deadlines.
A methodical and improvement-focused approach, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and propose practical enhancements.
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