Mgr/ Assistant VP, Markets Operations – Validations Analyst

OCBC (Singapore); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits

Professional development

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

OCBC Singapore is seeking a dedicated Trade Control professional for our Tampines-based, 100% on-site role. You will support trade control activities, validate and book trades, and resolve discrepancies with internal teams and clients.

Strong knowledge of Treasury products and front-to-back trade processes is preferred. You will drive improvements, participate in projects, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining a collaborative, efficient environment.

Qualifications

• Degree holder preferred.
• Good knowledge of Treasury products (e.g. Structured Products, Commodities) preferred.
• Good understanding of Front to Back Trade operational processes especially Trade validation activities is an advantage.
• Exhibits good communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility and accountability.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with good time management.
• Innovative mindset and constantly on the lookout to improve efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Your main responsibility is to support the Business in trade control activities.
• Ensure all trades are validated and booked correctly, liaise with the Business or clients for any discrepancies timely.
• Ensure queries and escalations are managed in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain a strong working relationship with internal and external stakeholders.
• Drives process improvement and system automation.
• Drive new ways of working and behaviour across organisation to deliver faster, better, cost-efficient customer (internal and external service).
• Participate / Support in projects, business-driven initiatives and UAT.
• Ensure compliance to Department and Bank’s operational risk and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous participation to “Growing the Team”: formalisation of team procedure, training, coaching colleagues, brainstorm ideas for any occasions, creating a fun environment among others)

Skills

Treasury products knowledge

Trade operations understanding

Communication skills

Time management

Innovative mindset

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree holder preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

About the job

• Your main responsibility is to support the Business in trade control activities

• Ensure all trades are validated and booked correctly, liaise with the Business or clients for any discrepancies timely.

• Ensure queries and escalations are managed in a timely manner

• Establish and maintain a strong working relationship with internal and external stakeholders

• Drives process improvement and system automation.

• Drive new ways of working and behaviour across organisation to deliver faster, better, cost-efficient customer (internal and external service)

• Participate / Support in projects, business-driven initiatives and UAT

• Ensure compliance to Department and Bank’s operational risk and regulatory requirements.

• Continuous participation to “Growing the Team”: formalisation of team procedure, training, coaching colleagues, brainstorm ideas for any occasions, creating a fun environment among others)

Skills and experience required

• Degree holder preferred

• Good knowledge of Treasury products (e.g. Structured Products, Commodities) preferred

• Good understanding of Front to Back Trade operational processes especially Trade validation activities is an advantage

• Exhibits good communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility and accountability

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with good time management

• Innovative mindset and constantly on the lookout to improve efficiency

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Side Note:

• Able to work on weekends and Public holidays when required

• This is a 100% Work -in- Office role, based at Tampines

• During the interview, a 5-minute assessment test will be administered. To ensure optimal performance, please attend the interview in a composed and alert frame of mind . Further details regarding the test will be provided during the interview.

The rank offered will align with your demonstrated expertise and background

What we offer:

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.