Perform daily T+1 trade, position & cash reconciliations across multi-asset classes across all APAC markets, working with prime brokers and external counterparties to resolve exceptions and discrepancies
Manage Corporate Actions / Asset Servicing and Equities Syndicate deal processing procedures, ensuring accurate processing of all mandatory and voluntary corporate action events, as well as inventory controls and tax processing
Analyze processes to enhance operational efficiency & controls, and participate in ad-hoc projects; work with internal stakeholders including global Ops / IT and wider Core Infrastructure teams to implement new systems and workflow, with particular focus around Corporate Action processes
Products coverage : Equities, Bonds, Convertible Bonds, Equity Swaps as primary. May also be expected to cover Futures, Options, FX,modities and other OTC Derivatives
Establish good working relationship with Portfolio Managers and wider Operations & Middle Office organization. Be the primary point of contact for Asia-based Portfolio Managers on operational queries as well as broader issues which may require escalation to Management
Run ongoing analytics to identify trends and gaps, devise formalernance over recurring issues and provide necessary analysis and evaluation for Ops Management
Liaise with brokers, external counterparties and vendors on ongoing basis to resolve issues and improve procedures
Qualifications / Skills Required
Bachelor's Degree
Min 8-12 years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge in APAC markets a must, particularly in Equities and Convertible Bonds
Relevant experience in Corporate Actions / Asset Servicing preferred
Detail-oriented; demonstrable thoroughness and strong ownership of work
Ability to drive and lead process change; able to prioritize in a fast moving, high pressure, constantly changing environment
Quick learner, highly analytical and strategic thinker; understands financial products and has the ability to grasp new concepts around products and processes quickly
Self-starter, solid organizational and time management skills, ability to multi-task effectively
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work collaboratively with wider teams internally as well as with external counterparties and providers
Knowledge in SQL, Macros / VBA or relevant coding languages to perform analytics and build tactical solutions preferred