Head of Domestic Securities Operations, Markets Operations Job at Citi (Tokyo)

Job Description

We are seeking a strategic and experienced leader to join our team as Group Manager of Cash Securities Operations. This senior leadership position is pivotal in overseeing and managing Equity and Fixed Income settlement functions within Citi's Japan operations. You will be responsible for ensuring seamless, efficient, and compliant settlements for all equity, fixed income and investment trust fund transactions including safekeep transactions, driving operational excellence, leading a team of professionals, and fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders. This role actively contributes to Citi’s strategic objectives and risk mitigation framework in the Japanese market.

Job Responsibility

Lead, manage, and develop a team of Cash Securities Operations professionals in Japan, cultivating a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement
Develop and implement strategic objectives for the Japan Cash Securities Operations, ensuring alignment with global Markets Operations goals and local business priorities
Drive robust and efficient settlement and post-settlement process and controls for equity and fixed income products, including pre-matching, settlement instructions, fail management, reporting, reconciliations
Oversee daily reconciliation processes and ensure timely resolution of all breaks, exceptions, and discrepancies, while optimizing workflows to maximize Straight-Through Processing (STP) rates
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with Japan-based Equity and Fixed Income trading desk, Sales desk, institutional clients, custodians, and external counterparties, serving as a trusted operational advisor
Own and manage the operational risk profile for the Japan Cash Securities Operations, ensuring robust controls are in place and actively monitored, with strict adherence to all financial regulations in international and Japan (e.g., JFSA, JSDA rules, BOJ guidelines), and global Citi policies
Identify, champion, and lead change-the-bank initiatives and strategic projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and improving the control environment within the Japan Cash Securities Operations

Requirements

Extensive progressive experience in Equity and Fixed Income Settlements and Operations Management within a global investment bank or major financial institution in Japan, with proven leadership or managerial capacity
Deep expertise in equity settlements and products, fixed Income and investment trust fund in either or both in international markets and Japanese domestic markets
Demonstrated track record of managing complex operational environments, leading process re-engineering, and delivering significant efficiency/control improvements
Strong understanding of operational risk management frameworks and the regulatory landscape in Japan
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) for data analysis and presentations
Extensive experience with Back Office settlement applications
JSDA Class 1 (Sales Representative Qualification) is a mandatory requirement
Internal Control Manager (Naibu Kanri Sekininsha)
Fluent in Japanese (both written and verbal) is essential
Strong business-level English (both written and verbal) is required for effective communication with regional and global stakeholders
Exceptional leadership, people management, and motivational capabilities
Superior analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities, even under pressure
Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills to influence stakeholders at all levels
Proactive, strategic thinking with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and foster cross-functional collaboration
Bachelor's degree/University degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field is required

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