Head of Cash Equity P&L Product Control – Permanent Position (VP Role) with a Global Bank in Singapore.

This is a challenging opportunity to work within the product control function in the Cash Equity Middle Office Operations team in Singapore.

The successful candidate will come from Equity Derivatives / Cash Equities / Cash Product Control function, stint of strong VP experience with experience in managing a team of 5-8 resources with diversity.

The Cash P&L team of Asia supports Japan, Australia and APR Region.

Requirements

·         8+ years experience in Equity Derivatives / Cash Equities and/or Cash Product Control function

·         Sound Product control experience and a proven track record

·         Experience as an Accountant in his career is a plus

·         Must have executive people management skills

·         Control focused

Responsibilities include:

·         Act as the Controller for the Equity Cash P&L business in Asia.

·         Manage of a team of 5 – 8 people who are responsible for daily P&L production for Cash Equity business.

·         Manage the month end close tasks, Balance sheet substantiation and sign off.

·         Business support and control activities.

·         Management oversight and governance.

·         Maintaining strong control framework.

·         Producing P&L Explain, price testing, estimate to actual, soft dollar commissions, Legal books and Records.

·         Ad hoc Project work and process re-engineering coordination.

Qualified and Interested Professionals, please apply to gopinath.karunamoorthy@talent2.com

We are currently interested to recruit Talents who are currently in SINGAPORE with the regional experience.

We regret to inform that only candidates who qualify will be contacted for further process. Thanks!

Client Service Representative - Futures & Options – Permanent Role with a Financial Institution in Singapore.

Job Description

The CSR will report directly to the Manager of Global Financial Futures and Options (GF&DCS) Operations Client Services team. The position is responsible for day-to-day servicing of GF&DCS Clients in the Asia Pac Region. This is a permanent position offering excellent career opportunities for the right candidate.

             

Requirements

·         Successful Candidate should have at least 3 years experience in exchange traded derivatives (1 of the 3 years in Client Services).

·         The candidate is required have ability to build and maintain a high level of customer service and trust. The successful candidate will be Client focused and willing to work towards improving customer satisfaction.

·         The candidate must be a strong team player with the ability to work independently.

·         Excellent analytical and effective problem solving skills are essential.

·         The candidate is also required to be a self driven individual with excellent planning, organization and follow up skills.

·         Degree in Business or Finance is preferred.

·         Proficiency in Microsoft applications is essential and GMI Ops system.

·         Strong skills in written and spoken English are essential.

Responsibilities

Key Tasks will include, but are not limited to;

·         Handle client enquires via email and phones

·         Acting as Communication Bridge of internal parties and clients

·         Maintenance of Static Data in various systems

·         Handle margin calls of clients and ensure payments and receipts are processed accurately.

·         Pro actively engage with Business partners and ensure close support of initiatives

·         Client visits with Business (New Business Pitches / Ongoing Client Service)

Key Objectives:

·         Ensure day-to-day operation is carried out smoothly and our service delivery to clients are efficient, effective, and reliable

·         Enhance and improve process within Client Service Team

·         Client focused and engage in building and fostering good relationship with existing clients

·         Carry out process improvement reviews and improve client servicing standards

·         Participating and managing projects and delivery of projects.

Qualified and Interested Professionals, please apply to gopinath.karunamoorthy@talent2.com  

We are currently interested to recruit Talents who are currently in SINGAPORE with the regional experience.

We regret to inform that only candidates who qualify will be contacted for further process. Thanks!

Officer - Trade Finance Services Operations – Permanent Role with a Global Bank in Singapore.

Requirements

• Minimum five (5) years’ working experience in Trade/Structured Finance and Supply Chain Financing
• Experience in Structured Trade Finance/Loan/Supply Chain products including strong knowledge of the commodities market.
• Experience in project management
• Experience in management/client reporting, budgeting and forecasting
• Good business acumen, tactful and pleasant demeanor
• Ability to lead and steer teams to demonstrate the bank’s core values
• Strong team player with good interpersonal, presentation and communication skills, including ability to communicate at senior levels
• High adaptability to a dynamic changing environment
• Ability to create client-focused work environment and handles client-facing activities
• Strong analytical skills to assimilate, understand and assess difficult situations
• Advanced knowledge in IT including Excel, Powerpoint, Word and Access
• Knowledge and application of Six Sigma tools to reduce costs, drive revenue and add value to the customer

 Responsibilities

·         Review and approve trade transactions (Export, Import, Collection, Guarantee and Standby Credits) including loan financing within delegated limits and ensure adherence to audit, compliance, local and US Regulations

• Review Banker’s Guarantee and Standby LC format to ensure compliance with UCP600, ISP98 and URDG758 and all applicable laws
• Write procedures for new products, processes and client’s special requirements
• Review, update and maintain existing procedures and policies
• Handle internal and external queries on outstanding issues and give advice/solutions
• Prepare monthly reports on volume trend and staff capacity 
• Prepare scorecards for clients
• Liaise with the relevant internal parties to negotiate and quote financing rates to clients
• Conduct seminar and workshop to clients on trade products
• Support business partners in joint client’s call, new business initiative and RFP
• Lead and champion projects to increase operational efficiency
• Quarterly forecast and budget planning for costs and expenses
• Develop spreadsheets with macros to simplify processes
• Develop training plans for staff to enhance their personal development and skill sets
• Develop innovative and customized solutions to financing and trade issues

Qualified and Interested Professionals, please apply to gopinath.karunamoorthy@talent2.com

We are currently interested to recruit Talents who are currently in SINGAPORE with the regional experience.

We regret to inform that only candidates who qualify will be contacted for further process. Thanks!

Senior Specialist – Equity Documentation ~ Permanent Role with a Global Financial Services Organization (Singapore)

Senior Specialist – Equity Documentation

This is a highly challenging role which provides an opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse team.  Team and Individual goals are set within a target and volume-based environment requiring motivational skills to work collectively to achieve them.

Based in Singapore, the candidate will be working with the documentation team in Singapore in the drafting, negotiation and execution of ISDA confirmations and other duties related to documentation of OTC Derivative trades in the Asia-Pacific region.

The candidate will be required to apply and share his/her knowledge on OTC Derivatives products and ISDA Definitions within the team and actively participate in team projects. 

Products will range from vanilla OTC trades to complex Structured or Exotic trades and the opportunity to gain extensive exposure to these products in different markets globally will depend on the successful candidate’s ability to work under pressure with the support of a strong and cohesive team.

Qualifications:

·         Candidates must have a minimum of 3+ years experience in the Finance industry as equity derivative documenting, structured product specialist and ideally gained from a reputable Investment Bank or Broker.

·         Knowledge of ISDA Definitions, ISDA Master Confirmations Agreements and OTC Equity Derivatives products such as Options, Swaps and Structured products

·         Good organizational skills and a basic understanding of Back Office Operations responsibilities and processes.

·         Experience dealing with traders, legal and able to build up and maintain relationships

·         Strong interpersonal and excellent communication skills are vital in representing the firm on industry initiatives.

·         Degree qualification in Business, Finance, Accounting or Law preferred.

·         Proficiency in MS Product Suite

Responsibilities:

·         Drafting and review of legal confirmations issued in accordance with ISDA Definitions.

·         Due diligence in verifying the economic and legal terms of the ISDA legal confirmation against the trade booking and termsheet.

·         Negotiation of ISDA terms and language with Counterparties including execution of Master Confirmation Agreements based on ISDA standards.

·         Liaise with Legal, Credit, and Front Office teams in resolving documentation related queries and creating confirmation templates.

·         Participate in both internal projects and industry-driven projects relating to documentation.

·         Build and develop excellent client relationships.

Qualified and Interested Professionals, please apply to gopinath.karunamoorthy@talent2.com

We are currently interested to recruit Talents who are currently in SINGAPORE with the regional experience.

We regret to inform that only candidates who qualify will be contacted for further process. Thanks!