Operations Manager

APAC Michael Page; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services organization in Malaysia seeks an experienced Operations Manager to oversee operational processes including trade settlements and compliance. The ideal candidate should have a degree in finance or related fields, 5 years of relevant experience, and the ability to read Mandarin. This permanent role offers a competitive salary ranging from MYR 7,500-9,000, with opportunities for professional growth in an innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 5 years' relevant experience within the Brokerage & Finance industry.
• Preferably 1 year of people management experience.
• Experience in securities reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operational processes including trade processing.
• Ensure settlements and trade transactions are accurate.
• Liaise with departments for compliance in operations.

Skills

Operational subject matter expertise in trade support flow

Proactive approach to streamline processes

Ability to read and speak Mandarin

Education

Diploma or University degree in Finance or related disciplines

Job description

The Operations Manager will oversee and optimize operational processes within the financial services industry. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of banking and financial operations to ensure efficiency and compliance.

Client Details

The company is a large organization within the financial services industry, committed to providing innovative banking and financial solutions. It focuses on delivering exceptional service and maintaining operational excellence.

Description

• Perform daily operational BAU consisting of but not limited to trade processing, trade settlements, trade reconciliation, corporate actions exercise, and all other operation matters which may relate to any products offered by the Company.
• Check and verify all trade transactions are completed; settlements instructions are processed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Review all trade matching reports and ensure all failed trades are promptly resolved.
• Ensure funding sufficiency for trade settlement.
• Processing of Settlement/Corporate action events in an accurate, timely manner and adhere to deadlines.
• Reconciliation trade/shares, corporate actions.
• Liaise closely with relevant departments and stakeholders to ensure compliance in all operational areas.
• Interpret data and make necessary recommendations for the launch of new products/services and upgraded platforms.
• Adhering to control procedures, manage the escalation and seek to resolve all requests/inquiries/issues/errors, identify policy gaps and formulate policies to streamline processes.
• Involved in cross functional projects which may require operations involvement in the process.
• Participate in other projects, new products and other initiatives including take up ad hoc tasks as required.
• To support any group initiatives and projects.
• Any other duties as assigned by the CEO.

Profile

A successful Operations Manager should have:

• Diploma or University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics or related disciplines.
• 5 years' relevant experience within the Brokerage & Finance industry, preferable with 1 year people management experience.
• Operational subject matter expertise in lifecycle trade support flow, settlement, transaction processing and reconciliations in Securities listed on local and foreign exchanges.
• Able to read and speak Mandarin to support Greater China. (MUST HAVE)
• Proactive approach to identify opportunities to streamline and automate processes.

Job Offer

• Competitive annual salary ranging from MYR 7,500-9,000.
• Permanent role within a respected financial services organization.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• A chance to work in a collaborative and innovative work environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Operations Manager to make an impact in the financial services industry. Apply now to take the next step in your careers.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Laxmin Ganapathy on [phone].
Agensi Pekerjaan Michael Page International (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd | Registration No.914741-W.