Reconciliations - Team Leader Shift Time Zone: APAC Overview of Role / Principal Responsibilities As a Reconciliation Subject Matter Expert within the Reconciliations team, you will ensure the integrity of custody and cash position data within internal systems through daily reconciliation processes. You will be responsible for timely and complete reconciliation, investigation, and allocation of all breaks within defined SLAs. As a Team Leader , you will handle complex issues, collaborating across operational teams to drive resolutions. You will thrive in a high-paced environment with tight deadlines and demonstrate a strong interest in leveraging technology. You will also act as a mentor and escalation point for team Specialists. Key Responsibilities Supervise specific processes or team members, ensuring deadlines and high-quality outputs are met; escalate issues as needed. Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly MI reports to stakeholders. Own assigned portfolios, proactively investigating and resolving queries from internal stakeholders, clients, custodians, and administrators. Conduct custody transaction and position reconciliation against internal records. Manage daily cash and stock breaks, investigating discrepancies and following up for resolution. Reconcile OTC bilateral collateral, fixed deposit positions, and outstanding positions with counterparties. Update internal records with relevant transactions such as fees and income. Prioritize high-volume workloads based on risk and deadlines; escalate risks proactively. Ensure procedures and controls are fully implemented and deadlines are consistently met. Support the Manager in reviewing procedures, implementing improvements, and maintaining controls. Act as the first point of escalation for Specialists on BAU issues. Assist in onboarding and training new staff. Provide specialist product knowledge and contribute to departmental initiatives and projects. Skills & Behaviours Required Prior experience in reconciliations or investment accounting. Familiarity with equities, fixed income, and derivative products. Proficient in Excel and other basic software. Strong operational risk awareness and understanding of control frameworks. Strong numerical and analytical skills; ability to generate and interpret high-quality MIS. Relevant Asset Management certifications (e.g., IOC, IMC) preferred. Knowledge of Aladdin and Tri-Optima platforms is an advantage. Broad understanding of the end-to-end asset lifecycle. Behavioural Attributes: Subject matter expert and mentor for the team. Problem-solver with strong operational risk management. Highly organized, with effective time management and task prioritization. Open to feedback, embraces change, and seeks continuous improvement. Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills. Collaborative team player; builds strong internal and external relationships. Adaptive to change and promotes a culture of innovation. Discharge of Responsibilities The role demands high standards of integrity, quality, and transparency. The Team Leader must promote the company's success while balancing the interests of key stakeholders. This includes establishing oversight and control structures where needed to ensure effective governance across their remit. Required Skills Back Office Operations,Investment Management,Reconciliation