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Senior Vice President, Securities Operations Manager, Markets Operations

Japan, Tokyo · Job Posted June 29, 2026
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Job Responsibility

  • Lead, develop, and manage a team of Securities Operations professionals in Japan, setting clear performance standards and building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
  • Develop and implement strategic objectives for Japan Securities Operations, ensuring alignment between local business priorities and global Markets Operations goals
  • Oversee end-to-end settlement and post-settlement processes for equity and fixed income products, including pre-matching, settlement instructions, fail management, reconciliations, and reporting
  • Monitor daily reconciliation processes and drive timely resolution of breaks, exceptions, and discrepancies, while optimising workflows to improve Straight-Through Processing rates
  • Manage the operational risk profile for Japan Securities Operations, maintaining robust controls and ensuring strict compliance with applicable regulations including those set by the Financial Services Agency, the Japan Securities Dealers Association, and the Bank of Japan
  • Maintain strong working relationships with equity and fixed income trading desks, sales teams, institutional clients, custodians, and external counterparties, acting as a trusted operational partner
  • Identify and lead operational improvement initiatives, driving efficiency gains, cost reductions, and strengthened controls across the settlement function
  • Coach and develop junior and mid-level team members, sharing expertise across settlement procedures and operational best practices

Requirements

  • 10 or more years of progressive experience in securities and derivatives operations, with a clear record of leadership within a global investment bank or major financial institution in Japan
  • Fluency in Japanese, both written and verbal, is essential for this role
  • Strong business-level English, both written and verbal, is required to communicate effectively with regional and global stakeholders
  • JSDA Class 1 (Sales Representative Qualification)
  • Deep knowledge of equity settlements, fixed income products, and investment trust funds across international and/or Japanese domestic markets
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex operational environments, lead process improvement, and deliver measurable efficiency and control outcomes
  • Solid grounding in operational risk management frameworks and the Japanese financial regulatory landscape

Nice to have

  • Experience managing teams within banking or financial institutions, with exposure to both domestic and cross-border securities markets
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for operational data analysis and senior-level reporting
  • Hands-on experience with back-office settlement applications and systems used within global financial institutions
  • Internal Control Manager qualification (Naibu Kanri Sekininsha)
  • A master's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field

What we offer

  • A hybrid working model, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, providing flexibility alongside team connection
  • Strategic ownership of a high-profile operations function, with direct influence over process design, team direction, and risk outcomes
  • Exposure to global collaboration across regional and international stakeholders, expanding professional networks at scale
  • Access to learning and leadership development programmes supporting long-term career growth within a global organisation
  • A performance-driven environment where your decisions have direct impact on settlement quality, client satisfaction, and operational resilience
  • A competitive financial wellbeing and benefits package commensurate with the seniority and scope of the role
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