Executive Director Securities Operations

Desired Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelors degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.

MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification preferred.

Professional Finra licenses such as Series 99 are a plus.

Experience:

Minimum 20 years of experience in Banking Operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

Proven track record in managing large-scale operations

Experience with global markets, regulatory environments, and cross-border

securities processing, Money Movement etc.

Technical Skills:

Strong understanding of securities lifecycle, Money Movement, SWIFT

messaging, and market infrastructures (e.g., DTCC, NSCC).

Proficiency in data analytics tools.

Familiarity with automation, RPA, AI and digital transformation initiatives in

Operations.

Leadership & Communication:

Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and team development

capabilities.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to

influence senior stakeholders.

Job Expectations:

Strategic Oversight:

o Lead and optimize end-to-end life cycle of a customer experience , ensuring

timely and accurate processing of trades, settlements, Money Movement,

Tax Operations etc.

o Drive operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and compliance with regulatory

standards.

Team Leadership:

o Build and mentor high-performing teams across multiple geographies.

o Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Risk & Compliance:

o Ensure robust controls are in place to manage operational, regulatory, and

reputational risks.

o Collaborate with Compliance, Risk, and Audit teams to maintain a strong

control environment.

Stakeholder Engagement:

o Act as a key liaison with internal business units, custodians, counterparties,

and regulators as necessary.

o Represent the firm in industry forums and regulatory discussions if

necessary.

Technology & Transformation:

o Champion automation and digital initiatives to streamline operations and

reduce manual touchpoints.

Partner with IT and transformation teams to implement scalable solutions.