Senior Associate, Middle Office Team Lead

BNY Mellon; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services company is seeking a Senior Associate for its FX Overlay Service Delivery team in Manchester. The role involves supervising operations, managing client relationships, and driving efficiencies using AI and digital tools. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in the FX Overlay or mutual fund industry. This position offers competitive compensation and generous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Generous paid leaves

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of technical and supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in FX Overlay, Fund Accounting, or mutual fund industry strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise operations of the Middle Office FX Overlay team.
• Own client relationships and ensure quality service delivery.
• Drive efficiencies through AI and automation initiatives.
• Identify workflow improvement opportunities.

Skills

Technical and supervisory experience

Experience in FX Overlay

Proficiency with digital tools

Change implementation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

AI knowledge

Job description

FX Overlay Senior Associate

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting‑edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Associate to join our FX Overlay Service Delivery team. This role is located in Manchester, UK.

Responsibilities

• Serve as team supervisor for the day‑to‑day operations of a Middle Office FX Overlay Operations team.
• Responsible for owning assigned client relationships, engaging with clients daily.
• Ensure work produced meets product/service standards and exceeds quality standards.
• Drive efficiencies in the daily environment – look to deploy AI, Digital Tools and automation initiatives on a consistent basis.
• Constantly identify opportunities for workflow improvement and operational efficiency, with a goal to reduce manual touchpoints and ongoing capacity creation.
• Ensure procedures are properly documented.
• Responsible for publication and reporting of client KPIs to clients and showcasing these results in periodic service reviews.
• Partner with the Change team to assist in the deployment of change initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, mutual fund industry background preferred.
• 3‑5 years of technical and/or supervisory experience preferred.
• Experience in FX Overlay, Fund Accounting or the mutual fund industry strongly preferred.
• Proven track record in implementing change.
• Proficiency with digital tools and foundational knowledge of AI mandatory.

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Benefits and Rewards

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay‑for‑performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer – Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.