Markets Custody Operations Lead

OCBC Bank; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC Bank in Singapore seeks a Custody Operations Manager to oversee end-to-end custody processing, asset servicing, and risk-controlled operations. The role collaborates with Front Office, Risk, Compliance, Finance, Technology, and external custodians to ensure accurate settlement and client service excellence.

An office-based role at Tampines, with responsibility for process improvements, regulatory readiness, and leadership of a capable operations team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of custody/settlement experience in a bank or custodian.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex priorities.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end custody transactions with validation, settlement and reconciliation.
• Oversee asset servicing, corporate actions and income processing.
• Perform daily reconciliation of positions, cash balances and transactions.
• Identify operational risks and drive remediation.
• Manage relationships with Front Office, Risk, Compliance, Finance, Technology and custodians.
• Lead readiness for new products and regulatory changes.
• Coach and supervise team members and promote risk awareness.

Skills

Leadership experience

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Risk awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics or related discipline

Job description

OCBC Bank in Singapore seeks a Custody Operations Manager to oversee end-to-end custody processing, asset servicing, and risk-controlled operations. The role collaborates with Front Office, Risk, Compliance, Finance, Technology, and external custodians to ensure accurate settlement and client service excellence.

An office-based role at Tampines, with responsibility for process improvements, regulatory readiness, and leadership of a capable operations team.