Operations Manager – Capital Markets – Middle Office/Derivative/Liquidity/Collateral
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Working with one of the top financial clients, this role calls for an Operations Manager – Capital Markets – Middle Office/Derivative/Liquidity/Collateral. The ideal candidate has strong expertise in Capital Markets, Derivatives, Liquidity Risk, and Collateral Management. The successful candidate will play a key role in backfilling critical functions, managing operational processes, and ensuring compliance with internal controls (4-Eyes Principle). This is an operational, client-facing role requiring a smart, self-driven individual who can work independently, lead a team, and engage effectively with front office, legal, and internal stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a senior operational risk and account management lead within the Capital Markets environment.
- Manage derivatives and collateral processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with policies.
- Oversee liquidity risk controls and operational workflows.
- Lead and mentor a team of 10, driving accountability and collaboration.
- Serve as the 3rd or 4th reviewer under the 4-Eyes Principle for approvals and sign-offs.
- Execute daily operational checklists and ensure all processes are followed diligently.
- Interact with clients, front office, legal teams, and internal staff to resolve queries and ensure smooth operations.
- Provide reporting and sign-off authority on behalf of management.
- Backfill roles and ensure continuity of service delivery.
- Proactively challenge processes and suggest improvements for efficiency and risk mitigation.
Desired Skill Set:
- 7+ years of experience in Capital Markets operational roles.
- Proven account management and client-facing experience.
- Strong knowledge of derivatives, liquidity risk, and collateral management.
- Prior experience in leading/managing a team (10+ people).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to challenge stakeholders when necessary.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience working with checklists, operational workflows, and approvals.
- Highly self-driven, independent thinker, with a collaborative mindset.
Nice To Have:
- Prior exposure to legal documentation review and front-office engagement
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