Job
Description
At EY, you will have the opportunity to shape a career that reflects your unique qualities, supported by a global network, inclusive environment, and cutting-edge technology. Your individuality and insights will contribute to enhancing EY's performance and driving positive change. Join us in creating a rewarding experience for yourself and in building a more inclusive working world for all. As the Manager of Financial Clearing & Settlement Automation at EY Consulting, you will be responsible for overseeing the testing and automation processes in areas such as FICC, Equity Clearing, Wealth Management, and Treasury Clearing. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring the efficiency, accuracy, and compliance of our clearing and settlement operations. Leading a team of specialists, you will design, implement, and maintain automated testing frameworks that support the various financial services offered by our firm. Key Responsibilities: - Manage and coordinate testing activities across FICC, Equity Clearing, Wealth Management, and Treasury Clearing operations in Capital Markets. - Develop and implement automation strategies to streamline clearing and settlement processes. - Oversee the creation and maintenance of automated test suites and frameworks. - Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and integrate solutions. - Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards in all testing and automation practices. - Lead the analysis and resolution of complex issues during the clearing and settlement process. - Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. - Monitor and report on the effectiveness of automated systems, proposing enhancements as needed. - Stay updated on technological advancements and industry trends in financial clearing and automation. - Conduct training sessions for teams to ensure comprehension and implementation of established processes. - Identify process gaps, recommend improvements, and implement necessary changes for optimization. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate quality assurance measures throughout the software development life cycle. - Act as a subject matter expert in quality processes, providing guidance and support to project teams as required. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Computer Science, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. - Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial services operations focusing on clearing and settlement. - Proven experience in managing testing and automation projects within a financial services environment. - Proficiency in automation tools and technologies such as Selenium, QTP, or similar frameworks. - Strong understanding of FICC, Equity Clearing, Wealth Management, and Treasury Clearing processes. - Excellent leadership, project management, and organizational skills. - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. - Effective communication and interpersonal skills for interaction with various levels of management and cross-functional teams. Preferred Skills: - Certifications in automation testing (e.g., ISTQB Advanced Test Automation Engineer) or financial services. - Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices. Ideally, you will also have: - Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate concisely. - Experience in API automation, Functional Automation, and SQL queries. - Willingness to take on both individual contributor and Team Manager roles. - Experience in creating QA Strategy and test approach from scratch, articulating value and ROI to clients. EY is committed to building a better working world by creating long-term value for clients, people, and society, while fostering trust in the capital markets. Our diverse teams across 150+ countries leverage data and technology to provide assurance and support clients in their growth and transformation. Join us at EY to ask better questions and find innovative solutions to today's complex challenges.,
