VP -Securities & Derivatives (Trade processing and Settlements)

The Securities & Derivatives Sr Manager position is a senior management role accountable for leading a team to process trading orders and transactions from trading desks and branch offices in collaboration with the operations - Transaction Services team. This role emphasizes operational excellence, risk management, regulatory compliance, and strategic enhancements for various asset classes including Equities, Fixed Income, FX, and Over the Counter (OTC) Derivatives. Responsibilities: - Lead and oversee the Confirmation and Settlements team's daily operations globally for various markets and products. - Ensure prompt and accurate trade confirmations and settlements within market deadlines and internal SLAs. - Manage exception handling and collaborate with clients, custodians, and counterparties to resolve trade discrepancies. - Drive automation and Straight Through Processing (STP) initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. - Maintain expertise in Equities, Fixed Income, FX, and OTC Derivatives post-trade workflows. - Develop and execute business initiatives, client solutions, or projects related to securities and derivatives settlement. - Resolve complex inquiries, conduct investigations, and perform due diligence for client requests. - Provide thorough analysis of escalated issues when required and suggest resolution actions. - Contribute to processing standards and expectations for securities and derivatives processing teams. - Create and implement business plans, policies, and procedures that offer solutions and cost-saving opportunities. - Collaborate with internal and external clients to evaluate service quality and identify improvement areas. - Coach and nurture talent within the team, promoting a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. - Evaluate risks during business decision-making, with a focus on safeguarding the firm's reputation and assets through compliance with laws, regulations, and policies. Qualifications: - 12-15 years of relevant experience - Experience in people management - Preferred hands-on experience with the Aladdin platform - Demonstrated clear and concise written and verbal communication skills Education: - Bachelor's Degree/University degree or equivalent experience - Master's degree preferred Note: This job description offers an overview of the typical tasks performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as necessary.,