Central Bank Operations and Infrastructure Subject Matter Expert

NETS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial organization in Singapore is seeking a highly experienced Subject Matter Expert in Central Bank Operations and Infrastructure. This role involves advising on monetary operations, leading infrastructure modernization, and engaging with stakeholders to align with regulatory standards. Candidates must have a bachelor's or master's degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience. Strong project management and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in central banking, financial infrastructure, or related domains.
• Excellent presentation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advisory on central bank operations and monetary policy implementation.
• Lead financial market infrastructure design and modernization.
• Engage with stakeholders to align with regulatory standards.
• Ensure compliance with operational resilience and cybersecurity standards.
• Drive projects related to digital currency initiatives.

Skills

Expertise in central bank operations

Strong understanding of financial market infrastructure

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Information Systems

Tools

SWIFT

RTGS

CSD

Payment gateways

Job description

Team and Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Central Bank Operations and Infrastructure to lead and support strategic initiatives, operational excellence, and infrastructure modernization efforts.

The SME will be a member of the Products and Engineering unit in NETS Solutions and will play a critical role in advising on policy, systems, and processes related to monetary operations, payment systems, financial market infrastructure, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Expert Advisory: Provide deep expertise on central bank operations including monetary policy implementation, liquidity management, reserve requirements, and settlement systems.

• Infrastructure Strategy: Lead the design and modernization of financial market infrastructure (FMI), including RTGS, CSD, and payment systems.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams, regulators, financial institutions, and technology partners to ensure alignment with strategic goals and regulatory standards.

• Risk & Compliance: Ensure operational resilience, cybersecurity, and compliance with international standards such as CPMI-IOSCO, ISO 20022, and BIS guidelines.

• Project Leadership: Drive cross-functional projects related to digital currency initiatives, payment modernization, and infrastructure upgrades.

• Policy Development: Contribute to the formulation and review of policies, procedures, and frameworks governing central bank operations.

• Training & Knowledge Sharing: Mentor junior staff and facilitate knowledge transfer across teams.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in central banking, financial infrastructure, or related domains.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong understanding of monetary operations, payment systems, and financial market infrastructure.

• Familiarity with central bank digital currencies (CBDC), distributed ledger technologies (DLT), and emerging fintech trends.

• Proven track record in managing complex projects and stakeholder relationships.

• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.

• Candidates with these various skillsets may be given additional consideration:

  • Experience with systems such as SWIFT, RTGS, CSD, and payment gateways.

  • Knowledge of ISO 20022 migration and its implications.

  • Exposure to international central banking practices and cross-border payment systems.