Operations Team Leader

Role Overview: As an Operations Team Leader at Pune, India, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities of the Reconciliation process. Your role as a First Level Manager involves serving as a People Manager with strong Subject Matter Expertise to resolve queries from team members and external parties. Working closely with the team members, AVP/VP, resolving parties, and external custodians, you will aim to keep the number and value of ageing Cash & Position breaks under control. Key Responsibilities: - Deep understanding of the Reconciliation process and the associated Investment and Accounting Book of Records. - Knowledge of Swifts/internal feeds related to the Reconciliation process. - Ability to investigate and identify root causes of Cash & Position breaks and assign them to the correct resolving party for further investigation. - Collaboration with internal functions and external Custodians for the resolution of breaks. - Support process & functional change initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce risk. Other Responsibilities: - Assist team members in investigating Cash and Position breaks and manage their queries and escalations. - Act as the first point of contact for process & functional issues faced by team members and front office colleagues. - Ensure appropriate backups are created and assist other teams during contingencies. - Drive Process Improvement through innovation. - Manage team performance focusing on skill development. Qualification Required: - Minimum 8 years of work experience with at least 4 years in a managerial role. - Prior experience in Reconciliation of Cash & Positions against Custodians. - Good understanding of Aladdin, Bloomberg, and Security and Trade Life Cycle. - Knowledge of Six Sigma/Lean principles would be beneficial. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office skills, especially MS Excel & MS PowerPoint. - Strong people management skills with a proven track record of developing individuals. - Graduates/Masters with excellent academic records and effective communication skills. Company Details: Deutsche Bank is committed to fostering a positive, fair, and inclusive work environment where employees are empowered to excel together every day. The company encourages responsible actions, commercial thinking, initiative-taking, and collaborative work. Training, coaching, and continuous learning opportunities are provided to support career development and progression within the organization. For further information about Deutsche Bank and its values, please visit the company website: [Deutsche Bank Website](https://www.db.com/company/company.htm),