Position Overview About Asset Services Utility (ASU) Asset Services Utility (ASU) is responsible for processing both Mandatory and Voluntary Corporate actions to its internal and external clients. This team is responsible for the front to back processing the corporate action for our clients
Instruction processing of Proxy voting on behalf of our clients
Announcement Notification of the corporate action on all corporate action events
Reconciling and sending Instruction to the CSD's / Agents on the back of client participation in Voluntary corporate actions
Entitlement reconciliation basis the announcement and processing the entitlement to the clients account taking into account the tax applicability, Collateral trades and Stock lending and borrowing trades
Collection and payment of entitlement from our counterparties whereby the entitlement has not been paid to the correct recipient due to market nuances
Role Overview Head of Asset Services utility and has the ultimate responsibility and accountability for the delivery of the day to day operations. They will lead the people development in the team, optimize their process delivery through tactical and strategic initiative to reduce risks while ensuring that costs are managed and benefits delivered. The Leader of this team functionally reports to Global Head of Securities Services and regional reporting to the India Business head
Develop and implement a multiyear strategy for Asset Survives in conjunction with business and technology
Strategically influence the asset services road map to ensure DB are at or above competitor levels in terms of platforms and infrastructure
Hire, develop and reward staff based on meritocracy and promote collaboration and diversity, identify and develop high performers
Engage in client reviews to ensure best in class service is delivered , monitoring client satisfaction & service levels
Management of budget and headcount to hit relevant targets
Develop/maintain/enhance an effective control framework/environment
Maintain a culture and environment where processes and control are continuously monitored and risks escalated in timely manner
Experience/skills
A minimum 15 years of experience in Middle Office, Sales/Trading Support, Risk Management, Product Control, or Front Office with good product understanding of Asset Services
Strong understanding of Fixed Income/Equity products and excellent understanding of the controls. Appreciation of the risks in the various processes in Asset Services and systems.
A proven, considerable level of analytical, problem solving and resource planning skills
Demonstration of excellent communication and influencing skills
Build a strong partnership with global teams across Operations , Business and Technology teams
An ability to work independently to solve business problems, an inquisitive nature, a willingness to ask questions and challenge, ability to work in fast-paced environment and guide and mentor more junior team members
Excellent communication skills with good proficiency with MS excel tools like MS Excel, MS Power Point
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Employement Type: Full timeIndustry: BankingFunctional Area: ManufacturingRole Category: Director on BoardRole/Responsibilies: Operations Manager