Team Lead

Team Lead: Pairing, Matching & Assurance (Regulatory Trade Reporting)We are seeking an experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead a critical engagement. The role requires deep expertise in regulatory trade reporting processes—specifically pairing, matching, and assurance (PMA). The SME will be responsible for conducting an “as-is” process review, identifying gaps, and delivering a comprehensive business review document with solutions, remediation strategies, and implementation plans that align with industry best practices and regulatory expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end assessment of trade reporting processes (pairing, matching, assurance) for multiple regulatory regimes (EMIR, MiFID II, CFTC, SFTR, MAS, ASIC, HKMA, etc.).Conduct “as-is” process discovery and documentation, including data lineage mapping, exception analysis, and workflow review.Identify and categorize breaks across data, system, process, and control dimensions, and perform detailed root cause analysis.Benchmark existing processes against industry standards, peer practices, and regulatory requirements.Design and recommend robust remediation strategies, including quick wins, structural enhancements, and automation opportunities.Develop a comprehensive Business Review Document highlighting findings, solutions, remediation roadmap, and implementation plan.Define and implement an assurance framework to validate accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of reporting.Collaborate with stakeholders across Operations, Compliance, Risk, and Technology to secure alignment and adoption.Advise on the use of reporting engines (e.g., AxiomSL, Cappitech, DTCC Connect) and data remediation tools (Xceptor, Alteryx, SQL, Python).Lead workshops with client stakeholders and provide governance oversight for project delivery.

Key Skills & Competencies

Domain Expertise: In-depth knowledge of global trade reporting regulations and mechanics of trade repositories (DTCC, UnaVista, Regis-TR, etc.).PMA Specialist: Proven track record of managing pairing/matching exceptions, UTI/UPI processes, and assurance controls.Analytical Skills: Strong capability in exception root cause analysis, gap analysis, benchmarking, and solution design.Documentation: Ability to produce executive-level business review documents, regulatory assessments, and remediation plans.Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with reporting engines, data management tools, SQL/Python for validation, and automation technologies (RPA, AI/ML).Consulting Skills: Skilled at stakeholder engagement, process re-engineering, and delivery of regulatory transformation projects.Leadership: Ability to lead cross-functional teams, train junior staff, and manage client interactions at senior levels.

Qualifications

7–10 years of experience in regulatory reporting / middle office operations / trade & transaction reporting within investment banking or consulting.Prior experience in exception management, pairing & matching, and assurance framework design is essential.Strong exposure to OTC derivatives, structured products, and capital markets operations.Demonstrated experience in leading regulatory remediation projects or assessments for Tier 1/Tier 2 banks.Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, or related field; professional certifications (FRM, CFA, PRMIA) preferred.