Associate

DBS Bank Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Securities Data Control Specialist in Singapore. This role involves ensuring data integrity across core systems, managing counterparty profiles, and collaborating with multiple departments to improve processes. Ideal candidates will possess a finance degree, relevant experience, and expertise in Murex and Front Arena. The position offers a competitive salary in a dynamic environment that fosters professional growth and recognizes achievements.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in settlement or Securities Data Control or similar role within a financial institution.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and instruments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support for the setup and maintenance of counterparty profiles and trading portfolios.
• Effectively liaise with Treasury dealers and various teams to resolve configuration issues.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and technology enhancements.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Expert proficiency in Murex

Proactive problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft365

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field

Tools

Murex

Front Arena

AXE

MLC

UBIX

FinIQ

ILMS

Job description

Summary

Group Operations enables and empowers our Bank with an efficient, nimble, scalable standard infrastructure through a strategic focus on Productivity, Quality & Control, Operating Models, Technology and People. In Group Operations, we manage most of the Bank's operational processes and inspire to delight our business partners through our multiple banking delivery channels.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Securities Data Control Specialist to join our dynamic Global Financial Market Operations team. The ideal candidate will be a strong team player with the ability to work independently, proactively identify and resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our data across multiple core systems.

1. Data Maintenance & Management:Provide comprehensive support for the setup and maintenance of counterparty profiles, trading portfolios, and other critical data within Murex, Front Arena, AXE, MLC, UBIX, and other relevant Treasury systems. This includes, but is not limited to:
   • Creation and maintenance of Counterparty.
   • Creation and maintenance of Standard Settlement Instructions (SSIs).
   • Maintenance of holiday calendars in Murex, Front Arena, FinIQ, and ILMS.
   • Maintenance of credit ratings for bond issuers.
   • Updates to ISDA / CSA / NAFMII / PAD Master Agreements.
   • Setup and maintenance of currencies and currency pairs in Murex and Front Arena.
   • Creation and maintenance of bond static data in Murex and Front Arena.
2. Stakeholder Collaboration:Effectively liaise with Treasury dealers, Relationship Managers, Finance Department, RMG, various processing teams to resolve static configuration issues and ensure data accuracy.
3. Process Improvement:Proactively identify opportunities to improve Straight-Through Processing (STP) and overall operational efficiency through technology enhancements and process optimization. Periodic update in document new and amended processes.
4. Quality Assurance:Maintain the highest standards of data accuracy and integrity, adhering to strict internal controls and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• Proven experience in settlement or Securities Data Control or similar role within a financial institution.
• Strong understanding of financial markets and instruments.
• Expert proficiency in Murex and Front Arena. Additional knowledge with AXE, MLC, UBIX, FinIQ, and ILMS is highly desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft365 suites.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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We offer a competitive salary and benefits package and the professional advantages of a dynamic environment that supports your development and recognizes your achievements.