Key responsibilities:
As Head of Operations / COO, you will lead the "Change-the-Bank" (CtB) agenda while ensuring "Run-the-Bank" (RtB) operations meet the highest standards of regulatory excellence and technological agility.
- Strategic Transformation & Innovation: Lead digital workflow re-engineering using GenAI/ML to automate processes, enhance client onboarding/KYC, and drive adoption of emerging capital markets technologies
- Operational Excellence & Resilience: Build resilient operating models, enable cross-functional alignment and liquidity optimisation, and oversee scalable IT, facilities, and procurement infrastructure
- Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC): Embed real-time governance, strengthen risk and regulatory frameworks, and partner with Finance on capital allocation and cost efficiency
- Leadership & Talent Strategy: Drive agile talent deployment and foster continuous upskilling to enable teams to work effectively with AI and data-driven tools
Candidate profile:
To excel in this role, you bring investment banking operations experience, expertise in digital transformation and governance, and strong leadership in stakeholder management and operational scaling.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance or Technology required; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred
- Expertise: Proven experience in investment banking operations with a strong track record of leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives
- Tech Savvy: Deep understanding of AI governance, data management, and the application of emerging technologies in financial services, including trade finance
- Leadership: Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills with the ability to engage senior leaders and drive cross-functional alignment across complex organisations
About the company:
A leading Asia-based market infrastructure group providing trading, clearing, and settlement services that support regional capital markets and major listings. It offers an innovation-driven environment focused on digital transformation, global connectivity, and long-term career growth.
Keywords: operations, strategic transformation, GRC, operational excellence, financial services
What's next:
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