Vice President, Head of Global Investment Operations

For this critical senior-level position, we are open to considering candidates based in Minneapolis (USA), Boston (USA), London (UK), Swindon (UK), or Gurugram (India).

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:

• Define and execute the strategic direction for Investment Operations in alignment with firm-wide investment goals.
• Monitor global regulatory developments and assess their impact on investment products, operational workflows, and risk exposure.
• Communicate operational strategy and priorities clearly across teams and senior stakeholders.

Operational Oversight:

• Manage daily operations supporting a diverse range of asset classes and investment vehicles, including complex and emerging products.
• Ensure timely and accurate trade confirmation, settlement, and reconciliation across global markets.
• Oversee cash management and derivatives lifecycle processes to support portfolio managers and traders.

Risk & Compliance:

• Implement and maintain a robust control framework to mitigate operational, financial, and reputational risks.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements across jurisdictions.

Technology & Change Management:

• Lead system implementations and enhancements to support new investment strategies, regulatory changes, and operational efficiencies.
• Drive automation and process improvements to scale operations and reduce manual risk.

Relationship Management:

• Partner with custodians, brokers, and counterparties to ensure high service standards and resolve operational issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams across Investment Management, Compliance, Risk, and Technology.

Financial Stewardship:

• Manage departmental budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure efficient resource allocation.

Project Leadership:

• Lead cross-functional initiatives and global projects, delivering results on time and within budget.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in investment operations within asset management, banking, or financial services.
• Proven leadership experience managing global teams and complex operational functions.
• Deep understanding of trade lifecycle, derivatives, cash management, and reconciliation processes.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks impacting investment operations (e.g., SEC, CFTC, EMIR, MiFID).
• Experience with investment operations systems and platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, Aladdin, SWIFT).
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change, drive process improvements, and manage risk effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related field; advanced degree (MBA or CFA) preferred.