(Assistant) Manager, Investment & Insurance Settlement (Renewable Contract)

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily settlement activities for funds, equities and FX, including client fund transfers, settlement, clearing, and ensuring smooth processing, particularly in global equities.
• Manage corporate actions for equities, funds, and bonds across various markets, ensuring timely execution and accurate updates in systems.
• Perform reconciliations to ensure data accuracy and completeness, resolving discrepancies.
• Establish and maintain operational manuals, monitoring compliance with internal guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices, and sharing insights with the team.
• Ensure operational processes are aligned with new product launches, technology upgrades, and process enhancements.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation opportunities to boost operational efficiency.
• Contribute to new product development and conduct user acceptance testing (UAT).

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field.
• 5–8 years of relevant experience in back-office operations, with a preference for candidates with 2+ years in a managerial role.
• Strong understanding of settlement procedures, along with in-depth knowledge of funds, equities, FX, and corporate actions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of CCASS operations, regulatory requirements, and operational risk management, with hands-on experience in CCASS and DCASS operations.
• Familiarity with international matching and clearing platforms such as SWIFT, Clearstream, and CMU is preferred.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills, strong problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with knowledge of Excel and basic programming skills preferred.
• Excellent command of English and Chinese, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly self-motivated with proven organizational and time management skills, capable of thriving in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Shift duties may be required based on business needs.