About the job
Join Our Team as an Operations Manager - Private Banking
Contract Type: 12 Month Fixed Term / Permanent
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in office)
Location: Birmingham
We are on the lookout for a dynamic and high-caliber professional at the Vice President level to become a pivotal part of our operations team within a leading private banking institution. This position is central to our Operations function, with a particular emphasis on Asset Servicing. The ideal candidate will possess substantial hands-on experience from operational or middle-office environments, particularly in equity or fixed income, and will be adept at integrating into our team swiftly and operating independently.
Successful candidates will have a solid background in corporate action event processing, including both mandatory and voluntary actions, and will manage the end-to-end process encompassing event notifications, bookings, reconciliations, and custodial interactions. Familiarity with event-specific details (such as Japanese stock splits) is essential, along with proficiency in navigating complex systems while ensuring meticulous attention to detail and adherence to control frameworks.
In addition to asset servicing, relevant experience in settlements is highly desirable, particularly with SWIFT messaging, market matching requirements, and comprehension of 515/518 processes. A thorough understanding of SSIs, custody workflows, asset transfers, and the application of CASS rules 6 & 7 in an operational context is also crucial.
To excel in this role, strong interpersonal skills are a must, as you will frequently engage with internal teams, external custodians, and client-facing personnel. A robust risk management mindset, the capability to handle exceptions effectively, and confidence in escalating issues when necessary are vital attributes for success.

