Associate Director EMEA Securities Settlements

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Job Description What is the opportunity? To provide business and client support and Management of all aspects of the Transaction Services, including local oversight operational governance. To actively manage a large team for day-to-day risks of the EMEA Securities Settlements department. Ensure leadership and guidance for staff members and develop their abilities within the group. Also, to assist Senior Management locally and globally when required as it relates to ongoing projects and business growth initiatives within the department. Working hours are: 3PM-12AM/4PM-1AM (EMEA) What will you do? Active management of the EMEA Securities Settlements to ensure optimum processing, quality of service and productivity are achieved. Ensure all daily processing, settlement & clearing tasks are completed in a timely and accurate manner while following established procedures and policies. Ensure all funding and liquidity tasks are completed, investigated and resolved in a timely fashion. Preparation & completion of annual & semi-annual Performance Reviews. Conduct recruitment interviews and ensure new recruits have the desired technical skills and attitudes. Ensure all monthly/quartery processes are completed to required standards. Seek to mitigate and minimize risks inherent in the EMEA Securities Settlements processes by following agreed procedures and management oversight. Assist with any preparation of ongoing Audits, either internally or externally. Assist with Projects focused within the team as well as any UAT testing. Look for key areas for improvement and development to ensure a more streamlined department. Excellent communication with team members and encourage development and cross-training within the group to achieve a great team dynamic. What do you need to succeed? Must-have Degree /Diploma in Business, Finance or related discipline preferred. Adherence to procedures and control processes. Minimum 10 years people management experience and robust operations experience in Settlement & Clearing covering Securities & Cash. Strong working knowledge in SWIFT, Real Time Payment Systems. Experience in IPO, ECM issuance. Ability to complete ad-hoc tasks and project deliverables by deadlines and achieve performance targets set. Minimal risks events. Flexible and adaptable to different work-related situations. Good time management abilities. Experience in liaising with global offices/different time zones Self-motivated and able to work under pressure in a dynamic and fast paced environment.. What’s in it for you? We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including performance based bonuses, flexible benefits, and competitive compensation. Leaders who supp

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