About the job
Azqore is a leader in outsourced banking services. One of the entities under Credit Agricole Indosuez Wealth Management, it provides integrated solutions and quality services to our clients.
Asia Operations provide operational capabilities to Azqore’s client banks, allowing them to focus on executing their strategy, while reducing operational cost and improving operational risk. Commitment to quality and continuous process improvement is at the heart of all Asia Operations activities. It is thus one of the key functions to facilitate and drive Azqore to reach its ambitious growth target, by putting the clients at the center of its activity, being attentive to their needs, bringing them value and increasing their satisfaction.
Within Asia Operations, the Securities team is responsible for processing and managing the risk relating to securities & derivatives settlements, securities transfers, corporate actions, asset creation and maintenance.
The incumbent will be part of this exciting function and is responsible for:
- The processing and controls of the processes within the Securities function.
- Ensuring efficiency and productivity in delivering quality services to Azqore’s clients.
- Working closely with his/her colleagues to provide clients with technical expertise and solutions, in a comprehensive, timely and accurate manner.
Job Responsibilities
Daily BAU
- Successful applicant will be responsible for the management of the Corporate Actions processing within the Asia Securities Operations team. Understanding of the core system and process workflow are essential.
- Ensure operational efficiency and excellence and maintain low levels of operational risk
- Align the Asia Securities Operations team members to the Operations and Company goals and vision
- Act as the point of contact for Asian clients on all Asia Corporate Actions queries, concerns and issues
- There is an expectation that he/she understands the relevant markets and demonstrate front-to-back knowledge of the process(es) he/she is handling
- Proactively manage and resolve discrepancies, relating to the functions he/she is responsible for, with internal and external stakeholders, both locally and abroad
Others
- Act as the deputy for the Head of Asia Securities Operations
- Lead Azqore Operations projects and initiatives, including the upcoming migration of other Corporate Actions processes into Asia
- Drive cross border collaboration and strengthen communication channels between the Swiss and Singapore teams
- Enhance client service standards within the team, and consequently the client ratings of the function
- Propose/identify value-add solutions which can impact profitability
Job Requirements
- Bachelor degree, and / or professional qualification in Banking / Finance.
- Preferably with 10 years of relevant experience in Corporate Actions processes and 5 years of people management experience.
- Familiar with financial products as well as the market infrastructures, regulations and operational risks. Knowledgeable about SWIFT messages types.
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to collaborate, especially cross border
- Rigorous and detail oriented
- Results oriented
- Adaptable and resilient
- Excel VBA macro knowledge is a plus.
