Responsibilities

• Main responsibility is to ensure that the post trade activities for Treasury products (Securities and Cash) are correctly and timely executed within the market/currency cut-off times and liquidity treasury constraints where applicable

• Liaise with internal/external stakeholders and clients for any discrepancies timely.

• Ensure all queries and escalations are managed in a timely manner

• Adhere to Risk and Compliance Group guidelines/requirements including embargoes/sanctions alert management

• Establish and maintain a strong working relationship with internal and external stakeholders

• Drives process improvement and system automation.

• Drive new ways of working and behaviour across organisation to deliver faster, better, cost-efficient customer (internal and external service)

• Participate / Support in projects, business-driven initiatives and UAT

• Ensure compliance to Department and Bank’s operational risk and regulatory requirements.

• Continuous participation to “Growing the Team”: formalisation of team procedure, training, coaching colleagues, brainstorm ideas for any occasions, creating a fun environment among others

Skills/Requirement

• Degree holder preferred

• Minimum 1+ year of relevant experience in derivatives processing and lifecycle management preferred

• Good understanding of Front to Back Trade operational processes especially Trade control activities is an advantage

• Exhibits good communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility and accountability

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with good time management

• Innovative mindset and constantly on the lookout to improve efficiency

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily IT Operations for application systems to ensure high availability
• Provide technical expertise to facilitate investigation of technical issues.
• Attend to user tickets within defined SLA
• Perform incident investigation and root cause analysis in collaboration with other application teams.
• Facilitate meetings with stakeholders. Manage coordination at a local and international level with users where required
• Prepare implementation plans and upgrading schedules for application
• Coordinate with Application Development team to successfully deploy software releases in Production environments
• Participate in knowledge sharing within the team

Requirements

• Overall experience of at least 2 years in IT. Experience in banking domain will be an advantage.
• Fresh Polytechnic graduates with IT certificate are welcome to apply
• Technical knowledge of Unix/Linux & Databases
• Knowledge of SQL and Shell scripting will be an advantage
• Able to work in shifts
• Must have an aptitude to learn & should be meticulous
• Clear communication skills; both written and oral

Email: [email protected]

Role: Trade Operations Analyst (1 year renewable contract)

Experience: Minimum of 1 year

Location : Marina Bay

Benefits:

• Renewable contract (Performance-based)
• Medical Insurance Coverage
• Leave credits

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely within VCG, Rates and PC team on rates sourcing process (end-to-end from source to distribution)
• Assist VCG & Rates team for daily BAUs including rate configurations and resolving rate exceptions/investigations
• Perform trending analysis of key market data drivers giving more insights to daily movement.
• Assist with testing of projects and initiatives in rates automation & enhancements across VCG and Rates team, as well as tracking and following up on the status of the various initiatives.
• Responsible for delivery of end of day market data for EOD valuation for an asset class.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, or related field
• Good knowledge of treasury products, especially in the areas of Interest Rate/FX products.
• Experience in Commodities would be a plus.
• Banking experience

• Bachelor Degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology,

• Cybersecurity from a recognized university or related field (or equivalent experience)

• At least 3 years in a cybersecurity role, with hands-on experience in SIEM content management, network security, threat monitoring, or incident response.

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles, practices, and technologies.

• Expertise in SIEM tools and content management, including rule creation, alert tuning, and report customization.

• Proficiency with security tools like firewalls, IDPS, antivirus, and vulnerability scanners.

• Knowledge of scripting (Python, PowerShell) for automation within the SIEM environment is a plus.

• Ability to analyze and interpret security data to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work on-call or off-hours as needed to respond to security incidents.

• May require occasional travel for training or workshop.

• Experience in the application of threat modelling or other risk identification techniques.

• Detailed knowledge of system security vulnerabilities and remediation techniques, including penetration testing and the development of exploits

• Breadth of knowledge in information security space with emphasis on TCP/IP network security, operating system security, common attack patterns and exploitation techniques

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)) are a plus

• Effective leadership skills and a team player.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and support middle-to-back-office capabilities for private market processes, including deal execution, transaction booking (e.g., capital calls, cash distributions, invoices), and valuations.
• Develop, implement, and manage Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) for the product team to ensure alignment with company goals, drive focus, and measure progress. Regularly review and adjust OKRs to reflect changing priorities and ensure successful achievement of key product milestones.
• Lead discovery sessions with stakeholders to understand business needs, challenges, and opportunities. Facilitate workshops and brainstorming sessions to gather detailed requirements and insights. Translate findings into actionable user stories.
• Lead discussions, analyze and conceptualize IT solutions that meet business needs. Validate solutions with engineering and architecture teams.
• Conduct data analysis to identify patterns and develop models to support business processes.
• Present IT solutions to business and IT stakeholders, explaining how they address business needs, challenges and opportunities.
• Prioritize features based on business goals and technical feasibility.
• Support the project team during execution. Re-engage business SMEs to revise requirements or accept alternative solutions as needed.
• Define test strategy, execute test cases, and provide clarifications during testing phases.
• Prepare training plans and user manuals, conduct user training, and support system adoption.
• Collaborate across Front, Middle, and Back Office, the extended Technology team, and industry partners.
• Lead Agile practices and coordinate scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews.
• Monitor and report on project progress, risks, and issues to senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure project delivery remains on track and take corrective actions to address any deviations.

Your skillset/requirement:

• Possess a degree in Finance, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 8 to 10 years of experience in technology business analysis or software development, with a focus on investment/banking applications.
• Experience overseeing complex IT projects, including system integrations and data migrations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with strong ability to manage teams and senior business stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Team player with a growth mindset and the ability to work independently.
• Proven excellence in documenting BRD, FSD, use cases in Gherkin format, visual modeling, and business processes.
• High expertise in ETL processes, SQL, and APIs.
• Experience in data analysis, pattern recognition, and model development.
• Experience in Product Management and Agile Methodology, with a strong delivery focus.
• Good understanding of the investment business domain.
• Knowledge of financial applications, workflows, UI/UX, database design, and software engineering best practices.

EA License: R1873481

Company EA License: 11C4879

Job Responsibilities

· Financial Controlling and Reporting activities for monthly and yearly closing.

· Review financial statements and prepare insightful P&L commentary for submission.

· Prepare Balance Sheet Reconciliation in Blackline.

· Understand tax requirement for Singapore and Australia and prepare Singapore GST and Australia BAS return.

· Approve the payments in banking portal.

· Process payment runs and execute payment instructions in banking portal

· Process AR Receipts in ERP system, follow up on Debtors aging, perform intercompany confirmation at month end.

· Initiate process improvement ideas via automation tools.

· Participate in any testing of new project.

· Perform ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

· Accounting experience handling month end close and willing to do hand on accounting transaction work.

· IT savvy and well-versed in Microsoft office applications

· Strong team player with good interpersonal, communication and organisational skill

· Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and work autonomously.

· Service oriented, able to provide a very high level of service to internal customers.

· Meticulous and attentive with details

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back.

With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities and each other. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey that’s unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally.

At American Express, you’ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact—every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company’s success. Together, we’ll win as a team, striving to uphold our company values and powerful backing promise to provide the world’s best customer experience every day. And we’ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong.

Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.

Overview of The Department

Commercial Rating and Underwriting (CRU) sits within the Credit and Fraud Risk (CFR) division and forms the institutional credit risk management function within American Express. The CRU team plays the critical role of assessing and managing the risk of institutional exposures across all business units with American Express, and in all regions globally. Credit exposures are primarily generated through corporate and small business card programs, via merchant service relationships where non-delivery risk exists, and among the securities portfolio held for firm-wide liquidity. CRU is led from Salt Lake City with regional teams in New York, London, Singapore, Sydney and India.

In addition to determining the internal credit rating which drives the probability of default of each exposure, CRU also calculates the loss given default of these obligors while underwriting card programs. As a bank holding company, American Express must comply with the highest global banking standards set by Basel and implemented by the bank's primary regulatory authority, the Federal Reserve.

Job responsibilities

• Analyst will be based in Singapore and will be responsible for rating and underwriting credit exposures for the Japan market. Fluency in Japanese is a must as you will be required to read Japanese financial statements and also liaise with Japanese stakeholders in spoken Japanese.
• Fundamental analysis incorporates a thorough review of business, financials, industry and country risks coupled with support from internal and external rating model outputs. Assessment includes understanding of the need for credit extension, profitability of the relationship and program structures.
• As an Analyst, you will have the opportunity to interact with various teams across the firm including front office sales, business unit risk partners, and credit administration to perform their critical role.
• As an Analyst, you will also be part of CRU Analytical and Operational Excellence team which is responsible for developing analytical frameworks, quality controls and colleague learning & development processes.

Desired Skills

• Experience as a credit analyst or underwriter dealing with commercial exposures ranging from small business to middle-market to large, multinationals.
• Thorugh understanding of fundamental financial analysis including the ability to review corporate financial statements to determine the ability of the obligor to honor its credit obligations.
• Comfort with GAAP/IFRS accounting standards, corporate valuation, and forecasting.
• Familiarity with quantitative credit models (such as Moody's, Riskcalc, CreditEdge, etc and knowledge of how to interpret the outputs, and when deviation from the model has appropriate rationale.
• Comfort with public agency ratings and supporting analysis.
• Understanding of current macroeconomic trends and how to provide recommendations to improve the PD estimation based on the business cycle.
• Experience preparing company-specific and industry-wide credit memorandums.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years experience rating and/or underwriting at a leading financial or rating agency.
• Bachelor's degree from a top tier university with high GPA and a degree (or substantial coursework) in finance, accounting, economics, or statistics.
• Chartered Financial Analyst program candidacy a plus.
• Proficiency with MS excel, VBA a plus.

We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities

Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

• Maintain, manage and modify all software systems, tools, and applications.
• Identify the areas of improvement to reduce time to delivery avoiding manual errors.
• Support version upgrade for the products and amend the scripts/process as and when required.
• Integrate with SMS/NaaS notification tool.
• Coordinate with developers to build and implement technology solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• Provide testing support to meet DITSCAP, DII COE, JTA-A, and DoD standards.
• Knowledge of databases, system security and troubleshooting recommended.
• Prepare required documentation to cover each SDLC stages (e.g. Functional spec, test cases etc).
• Enhance system to deliver Change workflow functionality
• Rollout the solution to all environments across different environments.

• Maintain, manage and modify all software systems, tools, and applications.
• Identify the areas of improvement to reduce time to delivery avoiding manual errors.
• Support version upgrade for the products and amend the scripts/process as and when required.
• Integrate with SMS/NaaS notification tool.
• Coordinate with developers to build and implement technology solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities are essential.
• Provide testing support to meet DITSCAP, DII COE, JTA-A, and DoD standards.
• Knowledge of databases, system security and troubleshooting recommended.
• Prepare required documentation to cover each SDLC stages (e.g. Functional spec, test cases etc).
• Enhance system to deliver Change workflow functionality
• Rollout the solution to all environments across different environments.

• Provide support to set up IT workstream for Wholesale Banking, Private Wealth Banking products and services such as Loan, Deposits, Treasury, Securities Custody and Execution

• Provide support to create technology roadmap to meet program objectives, work closely with Head Office, regional business sponsors and IT stakeholders

• Support program feasibility study, pros & cons of solutioning options to meet the program timelines and seek consensus from stakeholders.

• Liaise on defining of business & system requirement plan such as scope definition, schedule, resource allocation, budgeting, implementation plan and quality assurance processes

• Review the application architecture and infrastructure designs

• Work with wider stakeholders to explore technical solutions to achieve business objectives and requirements.

• Provide support to drive the implementation of regional technology programs to meet strategic or tactical objectives, always looking for standardization opportunities. Develop understanding of various banking systems such as at Japan Head Office, regional and country local systems to provide solutions for specific project and lead such initiatives.

• Provide support to drive the implementation of regional technology programs to meet strategic or tactical objectives and focusing on standardization opportunities.

• Support the establishing and implementing of project management practices, templates, policies, tools to expand and mature the Program and Project Management capabilities of the IT APAC organization.

• Participate in key regional meetings and provide updates and align for programs and projects.

• Support program risk assessment to mitigate potential issues and track status and progress.

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2. The Test Analyst is responsible to lead the testing of software/applications to ensure they function accordingly to specifications and clients' requirements to meet the business needs. Conducts testing using preferred organizational practices & established processes contained in the Test Methodology to ensure test objective of the project is met.
3. Understand and analyze testing requirements to prepare test plan, and test design
4. Advise project team on design consideration to facilitate meeting of requirements
5. Prepare and ensure readiness of test bed and test environment to carry out the test execution
6. Execute test in accordance to the test design
7. Analyze test results and work with respective teams to resolve issues such as defect open and resolution rate, etc
8. Prepare test report for submission & regular test results update
9. Recommend and use automated testing tools where appropriate
10. Manage test activities and ensure the planned test activities are completed as scheduled
11. Adopt test standards and testing methodology
12. Create awareness; conduct training on test techniques, assists in implementation of test standards, consistent methodology, best practices and principles.
13. Be certified in the testing area is an advantage
14. Team player with strong communication and interpersonal skills
15. Self-motivator with a positive attitude and with high energy

What you'll do:

As a Loans Operations Analyst, your role will be pivotal in managing the full spectrum of credit operations within the organisation. You will be entrusted with the responsibility of executing comprehensive credit operations processes from underwriting to documentation and monitoring. Your expertise will also extend to managing various loan operations activities. Collaborating with internal stakeholders will form a significant part of your role as you work towards ensuring timely processing of credit and loans transactions. Monitoring credit exposures and identifying potential risks will also fall under your purview. Your commitment to compliance will be crucial in adhering to regulatory requirements related to credit and loans operations. Furthermore, your ability to drive process improvements will contribute significantly towards enhancing operational efficiency.

• Execute end-to-end credit operations processes including underwriting, documentation, and monitoring.
• Manage loan operations activities such as loan booking, disbursement, repayment processing, fee collection and collateral management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including relationship managers, risk management, compliance, and legal teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of credit and loans transactions.
• Monitor credit exposures, loan portfolios, and trade finance transactions to identify potential risks and implement appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and procedures related to credit and loans operations.
• Provide coverage and support to other team members where necessary.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in credit and loans operations.
• Handle governance related activities such as start of day and end of day checking, monitoring and reporting.

What you bring:

As the ideal candidate for the Credit Operations Analyst role, you bring a wealth of experience in banking operations, specifically in Credit and Loans Operations. Your strong understanding of credit risk management principles, loan documentation and processes will be key to your success in this role. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will enable you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Your ability to plan, prioritize work efficiently, manage time effectively, and pay exceptional attention to detail will be highly valued. Your proficiency in using banking systems and Microsoft Office suite will be beneficial, as will your knowledge in LIQ system. Your excellent analytical, problem-solving skills will be crucial in this fast-paced environment. A proven track record of process improvement and project management initiatives will further underscore your suitability for this role.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with at least 5 years’ working experience in banking operations with a focus on Credit and Loans Operations.
• Strong understanding of credit risk management principles, loan documentation and processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to plan, prioritize work efficiently, manage time effectively, and pay exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using banking systems and Microsoft Office suite. Knowledge in LIQ system is beneficial.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Proven track record of process improvement and project management initiatives.
• Good understanding and knowledge of OFAC/Anti-boycott/Anti-Money Laundering/High Risks Transaction.
• Sound knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices in credit and loans operations.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a leading global bank that prides itself on its commitment to providing high-quality services to its customers. They are known for their inclusive work culture that values diversity and promotes professional growth. They offer a supportive work environment where innovation is encouraged, and employees are empowered to make a difference.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
ROC No.: 199706961E | EA Licence No.: 03C5451
EA Registration No.: R1435983 Glen Chua

• Provide support to create technology roadmap to meet program objectives, work closely with Head Office, regional business sponsors and IT stakeholders

• Provide support to set up IT workstream for Wholesale Banking, Private Wealth Banking products and services such as Loan, Deposits, Treasury, Securities Custody and Execution

• Support program feasibility study, pros & cons of solutioning options to meet the program timelines and seek consensus from stakeholders.

• Liaise on defining of business & system requirement plan such as scope definition, schedule, resource allocation, budgeting, implementation plan and quality assurance processes

• Review the application architecture and infrastructure designs

• Work with wider stakeholders to explore technical solutions to achieve business objectives and requirements.

• Provide support to drive the implementation of regional technology programs to meet strategic or tactical objectives, always looking for standardization opportunities. Develop understanding of various banking systems such as at Japan Head Office, regional and country local systems to provide solutions for specific project and lead such initiatives.

• Provide support to drive the implementation of regional technology programs to meet strategic or tactical objectives and focusing on standardization opportunities.

• Support the establishing and implementing of project management practices, templates, policies, tools to expand and mature the Program and Project Management capabilities of the IT APAC organization.

• Participate in key regional meetings and provide updates and align for programs and projects.

• Support program risk assessment to mitigate potential issues and track status and progress.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

• Knowledge of banking domain such as Wholesale banking Private Wealth banking products and services such as Loan, Deposits, Treasury and Securities Custody & Execution platform

• Possess technology delivery capability, solution design with project governance framework

• Experience in program feasibility studies, pros & cons for solutioning options, cost-benefit analysis, building consensus amongst stakeholders

• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

• Min 8 years of experience.
• At least 8 years of data-related working experience, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in data management and data analytics in the finance, investment, banking, and asset management industries.
• Good understanding of the principles, key controls and processes relating to data management.
• Good at working with details and is meticulous in operations and tasks.
• Good understanding of data modelling.
• Good understanding on OLTP, Data Lake, Lakehouse technologies that may include knowledge of Snowflake, S3, AWS Glue, DeltaLake, DataBricks.
• Good understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps, DataOps, and their applicability in financial services.
• Experience in working with databases using database technologies (e.g. MS SQL, Snowflake, Redshift and PostgreSQL) and data integration products (e.g. Informatica, Data Factory, Bash).
• Extensive data-related experience in programming languages eg Python, SQL, Scala, Javascript, and similar.
• Experience in working with business intelligence and data visualization tools e.g. Tableau, PowerBI.
• Experience with SDLC methodology and/or agile methodologies like Scrum and Kanban and its related applications eg Confluence and JIRA.
• Good team player, with strong analytical skills and enjoys complex problem solving.
• Experience in data engineering platforms and virtualization eg Denodo, Jupyter, O365.
• Excellent written and spoken English and strong presentation skillsets.
• Strong inter-personal and people leadership skills to interact with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Working closely with data analysts and business end-users to implement and support data platforms using best-of-breed technology and methodology.
• Implement and design robust and scalable solutions to meet business needs and take operational considerations into account. Demonstrate technical expertise in the assigned areas.
• Manage operations and maintain SLAs. Implement automation in data management. Collaborate with data engineering, architecture, and governance.
• Perform data and metadata quality, modeling, lineage, cleansing, onboarding, registration, discoverability, access controls, migration, optimization, and cataloging. Execute, maintain and manage the whole data lifecycle.
• Conduct requirement workshops with stakeholders, analyze and translate business and other requirements holistically into data strategies, plans, and actions.
• Cover all aspects of data distribution and data service.
• Design and implement scalable data pipelines and data service modules with robustness in mind to support the growing demands from business users.
• Analyze and resolve day-to-day operational incidents and advisory to business users.
• Listen to upstream changes, perform impact analysis and mitigate-modify-implement.
• Do impact analysis, inform and distribute to downstream users and applications.
• Analyze systems operations data (SLAs, customer satisfaction, delivery quality, team efficiency etc.) to identify actionable trends for continual improvements.
• Data, application, and system checking and testing (eg UAT), CICD and go-live.

What you'll do:

As a Credit Loan Operations Analyst, your role will be pivotal in managing the full spectrum of credit operations within the organisation. You will be entrusted with the responsibility of executing comprehensive credit operations processes from underwriting to documentation and monitoring. Your expertise will also extend to managing various loan operations activities. Collaborating with internal stakeholders will form a significant part of your role as you work towards ensuring timely processing of credit and loans transactions. Monitoring credit exposures and identifying potential risks wi

Your commitment to compliance will be crucial in adhering to regulatory requirements related to credit and loans operations. Furthermore, your ability to drive process improvements will contribute significantly towards enhancing operational efficiency.

• Execute end-to-end credit operations processes including underwriting, documentation, and monitoring.
• Manage loan operations activities such as loan booking, disbursement, repayment processing, fee collection and collateral management.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including relationship managers, risk management, compliance, and legal teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of credit and loans transactions.
• Monitor credit exposures, loan portfolios, and trade finance transactions to identify potential risks and implement appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and procedures related to credit and loans operations.
• Provide coverage and support to other team members where necessary.
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in credit and loans operations.
• Handle governance related activities such as start of day and end of day checking, monitoring and reporting.

What you bring:

As the ideal candidate for the Credit Loan Operations Analyst role, you bring a wealth of experience in banking operations, specifically in Credit and Loans Operations. Your strong understanding of credit risk management principles, loan documentation and processes will be key to your success in this role. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will enable you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Your ability to plan, prioritize work efficiently, manage time effectively, and pay exceptional attention to detail will be highly valued. Your proficiency in using banking systems and Microsoft Office suite will be beneficial, as will your knowledge in LIQ system. Your excellent analytical, problem-solving skills will be crucial in this fast-paced environment. A proven track record of process improvement and project management initiatives will further underscore your suitability for this role.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher with at least 5 years’ working experience in banking operations with a focus on Credit and Loans Operations.
• Strong understanding of credit risk management principles, loan documentation and processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to plan, prioritize work efficiently, manage time effectively, and pay exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using banking systems and Microsoft Office suite. Knowledge in LIQ system is beneficial.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Proven track record of process improvement and project management initiatives.
• Good understanding and knowledge of OFAC/Anti-boycott/Anti-Money Laundering/High Risks Transaction.
• Sound knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices in credit and loans operations.

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a leading global bank that prides itself on its commitment to providing high-quality services to its customers. They are known for their inclusive work culture that values diversity and promotes professional growth. They offer a supportive work environment where innovation is encouraged, and employees are empowered to make a difference.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
ROC No.: 199706961E | EA Licence No.: 03C5451
EA Registration No.: R1435983 Glen Chua

• Provide support to create technology roadmap to meet program objectives, work closely with Head Office, regional business sponsors and IT stakeholders

• Provide support to set up IT workstream for Wholesale Banking, Private Wealth Banking products and services such as Loan, Deposits, Treasury, Securities Custody and Execution

• Support program feasibility study, pros & cons of solutioning options to meet the program timelines and seek consensus from stakeholders.

• Liaise on defining of business & system requirement plan such as scope definition, schedule, resource allocation, budgeting, implementation plan and quality assurance processes

• Review the application architecture and infrastructure designs

• Work with wider stakeholders to explore technical solutions to achieve business objectives and requirements.

• Provide support to drive the implementation of regional technology programs to meet strategic or tactical objectives, always looking for standardization opportunities. Develop understanding of various banking systems such as at Japan Head Office, regional and country local systems to provide solutions for specific project and lead such initiatives.

• Provide support to drive the implementation of regional technology programs to meet strategic or tactical objectives and focusing on standardization opportunities.

• Support the establishing and implementing of project management practices, templates, policies, tools to expand and mature the Program and Project Management capabilities of the IT APAC organization.

• Participate in key regional meetings and provide updates and align for programs and projects.

• Support program risk assessment to mitigate potential issues and track status and progress.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

• Knowledge of banking domain such as Wholesale banking Private Wealth banking products and services such as Loan, Deposits, Treasury and Securities Custody & Execution platform

• Possess technology delivery capability, solution design with project governance framework

• Experience in program feasibility studies, pros & cons for solutioning options, cost-benefit analysis, building consensus amongst stakeholders

• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

Duration: 1 year

Location: Novena

Working Hours: Monday - Thursday 830am to 6pm; Friday 830am to 530pm

Responsibilities:

• Ensure timeliness, accuracy and completeness of period-end FA reports (e.g. Fixed Asset Stock-take report, Development Project-in-Progress (DPIP) report, and the Consolidated Fixed Asset Schedule) for management and statutory reporting and audit reviews. This includes reviewing of the asset count, performing FA reconciliation and investigating discrepancies (i.e. add, retire or rectify erroneous transactions reported by users via service requests or identified when reviewing expenditure)
• Review development expenditure to assess correct treatment of expenditures for asset capitalisation, before capitalising the assets.
• Maintain standards of excellence for FA processes by facilitating the learning of HTDs through conducting trainings, providing guidance on FA matters (i.e. ensure FA related SOPs are adhered to) and implementing process changes to strengthen governance and control.
• Participate in automation initiatives and process improvement projects (e.g. use of tools such as RPA bots or data analytics dashboards) to enhance work efficiency

Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting
• Prior experience in Audit will be an advantage
• Prior experience in using SAP will be an advantage

Interested candidate please click "APPLY" to begin your job search journey and submit your CV directly through the official PERSOLKELLY job application platform - GO Mobile.

Should you be interested in this position, please contact Mandy at 9640 2934 your resume directly for fast respond.

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Responsibilities

• Handle monthly accounting activities for loan products, investment portfolios, and perform reconciliations, ensuring accurate and timely month-end closings.
• Review and validate daily journal entries, bank reconciliations, and oversee the work of junior team members.
• Generate and submit monthly and quarterly management and statutory reports
• Address inquiries and support requests from internal and external auditors.
• Compile annual budget reports.
• Take on any additional assignments as directed by the management

Requirements:

• Possess at least a Degree in Business, Banking, Finance, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant working experience in a Bank or Financial Institution
• Good team player and able to work independently.
• Good time management skills and able to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Excel (Macro) will be an advantage

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Tel: 6950 9724

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EA License Number: 02C4944
Registration Number: R1872398

Posting Personnel: Ng Jwee Ken

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Job Responsibilities

• Reviews and ensures proper disposition of Engineering Change Orders (ECO's). Performs regular system maintenance and audits to ensure system accuracy. Prepares status reports of all ECOs and ECRs in process
• Manage the E&O process as well as financial forecasting process for their respective product lines so that it follows the published accounting rules
• Specialize in planning activities involving production control, inventory control, process control, or shop floor control / Material Resources Planning (MRP) integrity
• Obtain alignment from cross functional groups on the adjusted ECO implementation plan
• Review and approve new buy requests to ensure balance is made between availability and potential E&O
• Reviews MRP execution and ensures accuracy of information; reconciles supply and demand; validates master scheduling and/requirements
• Works with engineers to manage materials for special engineering projects.
• Examines material variances, resolves problems where possible, and/or communicates more difficult problems to management. Assists in setting up new inventory systems or modifying existing systems, when necessary; assigns appropriate expediting duties to expediters. May manage obsolete inventories.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Functional Knowledge - Demonstrates conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
• Business Expertise - Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrated with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market
• Leadership - Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience; may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements
• Problem Solving - Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information
• Impact - Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams; works within broad guidelines and policies
• Interpersonal Skills - Explains difficult or sensitive information; works to build consensus

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related
• Candidate should have experience across several operational disciplines in a contract manufacturing environment and possesses experience and or a depth of knowledge in a minimum of two skills in the following areas: High mix, low volume manufacturing, Supply Chain factory engineering, quality, and program management.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience in Planning/Inventory control
• Proven record of managing and driving continuous process improvement activities. Strong analytical skills, ability to identify root cause for action/resolution and understanding of Bill of Material management (BOM)
• Experience working in tier one ERP & PLM systems such as Oracle / SAP / Agile /Teamcenter
• Proficient in MS Office Suite with advanced Excel skills
• Proficient in word processing/typing, presentation/PowerPoint/Power BI
• Basic: Alphanumeric data entry, spreadsheet

• Provide support to create technology roadmap to meet program objectives, work closely with Head Office, regional business sponsors and IT stakeholders

• Provide support to set up IT workstream for Wholesale Banking, Private Wealth Banking products and services such as Loan, Deposits, Treasury, Securities Custody and Execution

• Support program feasibility study, pros & cons of solutioning options to meet the program timelines and seek consensus from stakeholders.

• Liaise on defining of business & system requirement plan such as scope definition, schedule, resource allocation, budgeting, implementation plan and quality assurance processes

• Review the application architecture and infrastructure designs

• Work with wider stakeholders to explore technical solutions to achieve business objectives and requirements.

• Provide support to drive the implementation of regional technology programs to meet strategic or tactical objectives, always looking for standardization opportunities. Develop understanding of various banking systems such as at Japan Head Office, regional and country local systems to provide solutions for specific project and lead such initiatives.

• Provide support to drive the implementation of regional technology programs to meet strategic or tactical objectives and focusing on standardization opportunities.

• Support the establishing and implementing of project management practices, templates, policies, tools to expand and mature the Program and Project Management capabilities of the IT APAC organization.

• Participate in key regional meetings and provide updates and align for programs and projects.

• Support program risk assessment to mitigate potential issues and track status and progress.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

• Knowledge of banking domain such as Wholesale banking Private Wealth banking products and services such as Loan, Deposits, Treasury and Securities Custody & Execution platform

• Possess technology delivery capability, solution design with project governance framework

• Experience in program feasibility studies, pros & cons for solutioning options, cost-benefit analysis, building consensus amongst stakeholders

• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills

Bloomberg runs on data. Our products are fuelled by powerful information. We combine data and context to paint the whole picture for our clients, around the clock – from around the world. In Data, we are responsible for delivering this data, news and analytics through innovative technology - quickly and accurately. We apply problem-solving skills to identify innovative workflow efficiencies, and we implement technology solutions to enhance our systems, products and processes - all while providing platinum customer support to our clients.

Our Team

As the Loans Data team, we are responsible for the aggregation, enhancement, transformation and management of all loans data on the Bloomberg terminal. When firms look to raise money in the capital markets, we connect them to lenders & investors providing monitoring, pricing and risk management information. We capture, model and store all information related to the loan, including reference, pricing and covenant information, as well as any events that happen over the lifecycle of an instrument such as refinancing, repricing, reinstatement & amendments and bankruptcies. Our Data Analysts possess a unique combination of subject-matter-expertise in Fixed Income, good communication skills and ability to build relationships with various partners, as well as interest in technology or data management related tools.

What’s the role?

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a passion for finance, data, and technology to enhance value from our data products. As a Senior Data Analyst on the Loans Data team, you will play a key role in expanding Bloomberg's loans databases to further deliver an industry-leading data product offering. We will trust you to use your relationship management skills to procure and maintain existing content provider relationships and generate market insights to promote Bloomberg’s brand and loan data, and problem-solving skills to manage the workflow of extracting, transforming and loading of timely, accurate and comprehensive data.

You will be involved in improving the data quality of our loans database to ensure that it meets our customer’s needs and ensure data is fit for purpose. You will collaborate closely with global team members, domain experts, market players and business partners, managing priorities of different initiatives and using industry knowledge to help drive decisions and generate new dataset offerings. You will work to identify innovative workflow efficiencies and implement technical solutions to enhance our systems, products and processes. You will bring a unique combination of subject-matter-expertise in Fixed Income, good interpersonal skills, and a passion for problem solving to address our clients’ needs.

We'll Trust You To:

• Understand our customers’ needs and markets to ensure data is fit for purpose, ready for use, and meets service level agreements (SLAs)
• Collaborate with a wide variety of partners from Engineering to Sales on product development and implementation
• Improve our data quality through implementation of quality control strategies including development of quality control rules
• Combine domain expertise and technical skills to generate insights
• Balance the best of technical and product knowledge to implement solutions for customers
• Promote, market and brand Bloomberg loans datasets and products to both internal and external partners
• Proactively support customers by helping them interpret data and predicting their follow-up questions/needs
• Apply problem-solving and data analysis skills to identify innovative workflow efficiencies and implement technology solutions to enhance our ETL processes/overall product strategy

You’ll Need to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Business, STEM, or related field/equivalent experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Demonstrated continuous career growth within an organization
• 4+ years of relevant work experience in the financial services industry, including exchanges, market data providers or financial institutions
• Experience in data management, for example improving data quality, accuracy, efficiency or timeliness
• A proven track record of successful project management skills and prioritizing tasks accordingly
• Experience taking a logical approach and apply critical thinking skills in order to solve problems
• Experience working autonomously, handling priorities from multiple internal and external partners

We’d Love to See:

• Previous work experience with the Bloomberg Terminal or Bloomberg Market Concepts certification
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and demonstrated applied data analysis skills, with proficiency using Excel as well as experience with SQL or Python
• Experience using data visualization tools such as Tableau, QlikSense or Splunk
• Experience transforming workflows into more timely and efficient processes

If this sounds like you:

Apply if you think we're a good match. We’ll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are.

Bloomberg is committed to improving the communities, cities and countries in which we work, and we support various initiatives including hiring and developing local talent. So, we may prioritise candidate with legal authorisation to work full-time in Singapore for this role, who do not require Bloomberg to sponsor their work authorisation.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Conduct capability assessments and plan operational transformations aligned with strategy.
• Analyze and document "As-Is" and "To-Be" processes, focusing on digital servicing, productivity, and data insights.
• Collaborate with business units to gather and define functional/non-functional requirements.
• Transition requirements to technical teams, supporting system analysis, testing, and user training.
• Address test findings, manage project changes, and ensure accurate documentation.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or finance.
• 10+ years of experience in banking or consulting, with expertise in retail banking operations and products (e.g., CASA, Loans, Wealth).
• Strong skills in process design, problem-solving, and quantitative analysis.
• Proficiency in Lean/Agile practices, customer journey mapping, and digital transformation is a plus.
• Effective communicator with experience in change management and project fundamentals.

Domain Knowledge:

• Retail banking operations, contact centers, and service excellence.
• Familiarity with scalable and cost-effective technology and operational solutions.

EA License number: 11C4879

About the role

This role, WealthTech Operations Analyst, will be reporting to the Head of APAC Operations during the Project Phase, and transitioning into a Business As Usual position, working within a broader operations team. Their primary responsibility is to ensure the smooth functioning of wealth management operating platforms, processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Phase

• Participate in the project to establish the abrdn Wealth Tech platform, being responsible for the Operations Target Operating model and processes
• Gain a deep knowledge and understanding of the Wealth Tech proposition and client requirements.
• Work closely with 3rd party providers to articulate detailed requirements and ensure these are delivered against.
• Test and monitor the performance of the iHub platform to ensure operational efficiency and security.
• Work with the project team to address any issues arising from Wealth Tech technology, processes and systems, including investigating problems, identifying root causes, and implementing solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure Operational readiness ahead of Go-Live and manage the Early life support post go live of the Wealth Tech platform.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders including Technology, Compliance and external vendors to ensure we deliver an E2E solution.

BAU Ongoing Operations

• Oversee ongoing operations of the platform and maintain seamless interactions with clients.
• Manage and resolve distributor/third party queries efficiently and effectively.
• Collaborate with the Proposition team to drive ongoing enhancements and capabilities on the platform.
• Coordinate and manage changes with third-party service providers.
• Generate internal Management Information (MI) reports to track operational usage and performance.
• Providing assurance to clients that the platform is operating in line with expectations
• Supervise and liaise with third-party service providers to ensure smooth operations and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs).
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness within wealth management processes, including streamlining workflows, automating tasks, or optimizing system configurations.
• Working closely with the Proposition teams on client opportunities to grow the usage and profitability of the platform.
• Being responsible for the ongoing development of our operating model and the delivery of new capabilities to support new clients.

Skills and experience

• University degree or the equivalent in professional qualification
• Minimum 5 years' experience in operations, technology, project management and business analyst roles in the asset/wealth management industry
• Strong knowledge of the asset/wealth management business and products.
• Candidate should be self-motivated, dynamic and have a proven track record of working under pressure.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are key and the Candidate needs to be able to work independently and interact with stakeholders at all levels.

Withersworldwide

Job title: IT Support Analyst

Reports to: Regional IT Service Desk Manager/Head of IT Service Delivery

Location: Singapore

Join a dynamic and fast-growing employment practice that is well-regarded by clients and has gained a foothold in all legal directories in recent years. We service top-tier clients including family offices, Fortune 500 companies, financial institutions, cutting edge start-ups, and individuals including founders, C-suite executives and executives. The nature of the work that we do is complex, high-value and challenging, and we offer strategic, commercial and pragmatic solutions to clients. In so doing, we test the frontiers of employment law, the tripartite landscape, and good practice.

About Withers KhattarWong LLP

Withers KhattarWong LLP is amongst the largest international law firms in Singapore. We are a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located across five continents in 18 offices.

Our broad global platform allows us to guide clients through the legal challenges inherent in the ever-changing international landscape.

Internationally, we have made a reputation for ourselves as the leading law firm for private capital; our clients include public and private companies founded by successful families, MNCs, financial institutions, international brands, family offices and HNWIs, charities and not-for-profit organisations, amongst others. We pride ourselves on our integral role in helping our clients achieve success.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an experienced, technical and personable IT Support Analyst to support to all users within the APAC offices.

The ideal candidate will be able to empathise, adapt and have excellent analytical troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve problems methodically and logically. You will inspire confidence and be an excellent communicator at all levels, capable of dealing with people in a calm, effective and efficient manner. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a professional services environment, ideally in a law firm.

Areas of focus and responsibilities

• Perform technical support functions via phone, remote connection and desk side visits
• Log calls in the Service Desk management tool to ensure incidents and requests are managed in a timely manner and escalated using the correct procedures. Close calls when a satisfactory resolution has been achieved
• Correctly diagnose software and hardware faults and liaise with 3rd party engineers. Incidents should be carried out within reasonable time scales and monitored to resolution
• Identify major support incidents and liaise with support teams, following the Major Incident process
• Build and support laptops, desktops, printers and remote devices such as iPhones
• Inform the Regional IT Service Desk Manager of any escalating support issues in order that they may be resolved within reasonable time scales
• Assist with user account management and administration i.e. new hires/leavers etc
• Administer IT asset inventories, ensuring records are kept fully up to date
• Produce and maintain technical documentation and articles for the knowledge base
• Participate in IT projects, implementation and roll outs as required

This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for the performance of this job, and as such, the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required.

Technical skills and qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years' experience in a law firm or similar/professional environment
• Graduate or equivalent in a numerate subject
• Technical knowledge of supporting Windows 10 Professional in a networked environment
• Experience of working in a Microsoft Active Directory and Exchange environment
• Detailed knowledge of the Microsoft Office 365 suite including installing, configuring and support within a network environment
• Understanding of networking technologies (wired and wireless)
• Knowledge of remote working technologies – Citrix, VPN and DUO 2 factor Administration
• Mobile phone (iPhone) support and administration using MDM (Airwatch)
• Experience supporting VDI environments
• PC and Laptop configuration
• Configuration, analysis and diagnostics of PC, Printer and Laptop faults. Familiarity with HP PC hardware, Lenovo / HP Laptops, HP Laser printers and Canon multifunction devices
• Experienced supporting Video Conferencing Systems and Solutions
• Document Management System – iManage or similar
• Professional Services specific applications – Laser forms, Elite and InterAction
• Time Management/Recording – Elite 3E or similar - desired but not essential
• Being ITIL V3/V4 certified is desirable

Personal qualities and approach

• Service oriented and collaborative approach. Able to work with a wide variety of users both technical and non-technical.
• Inspires confidence that issues raised will be resolved and stakeholder's expectations are effectively managed.
• Excellent communicator at all levels. Empathises with user frustrations; capable of dealing with people in a calm, professional and effective manner
• Excellent analytical troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve problems methodically and logically
• Strong written communication skills with a high standard of user training documentation and technical procedure writing skills
• Enthusiastic and approachable
• Must possess good problem-solving skills and a calm and focused attitude.
• Must be a pro-active, team player but have the ability to work and focus on tasks independently of others. The individual will be required to manage major service outages and incidents in a calm, methodical and professional manner.

The Essentials

• Monday to Friday, 35 hour week, working a shift rotating between the hours of 8:00am to 6:30pm. Flexibility is a must as shift coverage, out of hours support and occasional overtime during projects and rollouts is a requirement of the role
• 12 week probation period, 4 week notice period

About Withersworldwide

A law firm focused on people and collaboration

For the past 125 years, Withers has supported some of the world's most remarkable people and organisations at defining moments in their lives.

We are the only international law firm focused on successful individuals and private capital, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. We also advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes.

Many of our clients are shaping the future and creating solutions to tackle many of the world's problems. It makes for a fascinating and challenging practice. Our role is to get to know each individual client, find out where they want to be, and help them to get there – whether they are building a business, looking after their family, involved in a complex dispute or protecting their finances for the future.

To meet their unique needs we are exceptionally collaborative, working together across teams and time zones.

We are agile, focusing on strategy rather than rigid ideas and traditional hierarchy. It is a truly flexible working culture that puts people first.

Join us to be part of a team that is always looking to the future. Where initiative, big ideas and bold moves are always encouraged. Where you can truly be yourself.

Information for Recruitment Agencies

Withersworldwide endeavours to recruit and fill vacancies directly. However, when we do need to engage with agencies, Withersworldwide operates a preferred supplier list and will not be accepting unsolicited applications from non-PSL agencies for this role.

Equal Opportunities Employment Statement

It is the policy of Withersworldwide to provide equal opportunities for all employees in relation to recruitment, training and promotion. Decisions in these areas will be made only by reference to the requirements of the job and shall not be influenced by any consideration of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality and ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

• Provide support to set up IT workstream for Wholesale Banking, Private Wealth Banking products and services such as Loan, Deposits, Treasury, Securities Custody and Execution

• Provide support to create technology roadmap to meet program objectives, work closely with Head Office, regional business sponsors and IT stakeholders

• Support program feasibility study, pros & cons of solutioning options to meet the program timelines and seek consensus from stakeholders.

• Liaise on defining of business & system requirement plan such as scope definition, schedule, resource allocation, budgeting, implementation plan and quality assurance processes

• Review the application architecture and infrastructure designs

• Work with wider stakeholders to explore technical solutions to achieve business objectives and requirements.

• Provide support to drive the implementation of regional technology programs to meet strategic or tactical objectives, always looking for standardization opportunities. Develop understanding of various banking systems such as at Japan Head Office, regional and country local systems to provide solutions for specific project and lead such initiatives.

• Provide support to drive the implementation of regional technology programs to meet strategic or tactical objectives and focusing on standardization opportunities.

• Support the establishing and implementing of project management practices, templates, policies, tools to expand and mature the Program and Project Management capabilities of the IT APAC organization.

• Participate in key regional meetings and provide updates and align for programs and projects.

• Support program risk assessment to mitigate potential issues and track status and progress.