AVP, Custody & Securities Operations Leader

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd is seeking an MGR/AVP in Custody & Investment Operations, Technology & Operations. The role leads daily settlement tasks across local and foreign markets, ensuring accurate trades and timely currency conversion.

The incumbent will drive process improvements, manage client issues and custody agreements, and work with technology to resolve operations risks while maintaining compliance and high service standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree in Banking/Finance or Economics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Securities Settlement for Local and Foreign markets and currency conversion.
• Collaborate with operations to meet SLAs, analyze and resolve trade exceptions to avoid fails.
• Address client issues, provide solutions, and manage custody billing and fee quotes.
• Review custody agreements and amendments to protect bank interests.
• Prepare operational statistics and management reports for market trends.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Coordinate with business and technology teams to resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with policy, risk, and audit requirements.
• Provide training and guidance to junior staff.

Skills

English fluency

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Banking/Finance or Economics

Tools

SWIFT

RENTAS

Job description

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd is seeking an MGR/AVP in Custody & Investment Operations, Technology & Operations. The role leads daily settlement tasks across local and foreign markets, ensuring accurate trades and timely currency conversion.

The incumbent will drive process improvements, manage client issues and custody agreements, and work with technology to resolve operations risks while maintaining compliance and high service standards.