Securities Finance Operations Specialist

OCBC Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Flexible benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Community initiatives

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is searching for a Securities Finance Operations Specialist to oversee securities transactions including lending, borrowing, and collateral management. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in securities finance operations within a bank, possess a strong understanding of relevant regulations, and demonstrate excellent analytical and communication skills. This role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits while working in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in securities finance operations, preferably in a banking environment.
• Strong understanding of securities lending, borrowing, repo transactions, and collateral management.
• Proficiency in trade lifecycle management, settlement processes, and reconciliations.
• Knowledge of regulatory practices in securities finance (SEC, MAS, HKMA).
• Proficiency in trade lifecycle management, settlement processes, and reconciliations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; weekend/public holiday work when required.
• Leadership experience or potential to lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily processing of securities lending, borrowing, and repo transactions.
• Manage collateral movements, margin calls, and substitution requests.
• Identify and escalate operational risks and exceptions in securities finance activities.
• Drive initiatives to enhance operational efficiency through technology adoption.
• Act as a liaison between front office, middle office, and external counterparties.
• Drive process improvements through automation and tech enhancements.
• Coordinate with front/middle office, risk, legal, and IT; report to management.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to training and development.

Skills

Securities finance operations

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field

Job description

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Such purposes are set out in a Data Protection Policy, which is accessible at www.ocbc.com/policies or available on request and which you confirm you have read and understood.Securities Finance Operations Specialist page is loaded## Securities Finance Operations Specialistremote type: Onsitelocations: OCBC Singaporetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR00005696# **WHO WE ARE:** 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.# **Job Summary:**As a Securities Finance Operations Specialist, you will play a critical role in the end-to-end processing and management of securities finance transactions including securities lending, borrowing, repo, and collateral management. You will ensure operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and compliance with regulatory requirements while collaborating closely with front office, risk, legal, and technology teams. We are looking for professionals with strong technical knowledge of securities finance products and proven operational expertise in a banking environment.**Key Responsibilities:*** **Transaction Processing:** + Oversee the daily processing of securities lending, borrowing, and repurchase agreements (repo) transactions. + Ensure accurate and timely settlement of trades, reconciliation of positions, and resolution of discrepancies.* **Collateral Management:** + Manage collateral movements, margin calls, and substitution requests in line with internal policies and regulatory requirements. + Monitor collateral valuations and ensure appropriate collateral coverage and haircuts are applied.* **Risk and Compliance:** + Identify and escalate operational risks and exceptions in securities finance activities. + Ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines (e.g., SEC, MAS, HKMA) and internal controls. + Support audit and regulatory reviews by providing necessary documentation and explanations.* **Process Improvement:** + Drive initiatives to enhance operational efficiency through automation, process redesign, and technology adoption. + Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to implement system enhancements and resolve operational issues.* **Stakeholder Management:** + Act as a liaison between front office, middle office, risk, legal, and external counterparties to ensure smooth transaction flow. + Provide timely and accurate reporting to management and external parties as required.* **Team Leadership:** + Mentor junior team members and oversee their daily activities to ensure high-quality output. + Participate in training and development programs to upskill the team.# **Qualifications and Skills:*** Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.* 5+ years of experience in securities finance operations, preferably within a bank or financial institution.* Strong understanding of securities lending, borrowing, repo transactions, and collateral management.* Knowledge of relevant regulations and market practices in securities finance.* Proficiency in trade lifecycle management, settlement processes, and reconciliations.* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.* Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.* Able to work on weekends and Public holidays when required* Strong attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.* Leadership experience or potential to lead a team is preferred.# # **What we offer:**Competitive base salary. 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