Assoc, Investment Operations Specialist, Global Financial Markets Operations, Group COO

Business Function DBS Bank is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Global Financial Markets Operations team in Singapore as a Senior Associate or Assistant Vice President. This role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and controlled end-to-end settlement of Bonds and Repos across global markets. The ideal candidate will possess a strong risk control and analytical mindset, coupled with a deep understanding of fixed income products and securities financing. Job Responsibilities: Core Settlement: • Primarily support the Global Financial Markets business by managing the end-to-end settlement process for Bonds and Repos across all global markets. • Perform thorough validation of all Bond/Repo trades against source documents to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Prepare and dispatch accurate and timely settlement instructions to custodians across multiple international markets. • Proactively monitor settlement flows, anticipate potential issues, and swiftly resolve exceptions such as failed trades and mismatches to ensure smooth operations Control and Exception Management: • Investigate and resolve potential failed trades, discrepancies, and outstanding items with a strong control mindset, identifying root causes and implementing preventative measures. • Ensure strict adherence to regulatory requirements and internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to effectively mitigate operational risk. • Actively engage with managers to contribute ideas and develop innovative solutions for enhancing risk management frameworks and practices. • Process Improvement & Operational Excellence: • Provide robust support and consistently deliver high service levels to all stakeholders and internal/external clients. • Leverage data analytics and support a data-driven operating model, utilizing tools like Value Map, to drive pre-defined outcomes and strategic objectives. • Continuously identify and implement opportunities to simplify workflows, reduce manual touchpoints, and enhance overall operational efficiency and effectiveness. • Maintain and regularly update SOPs and all process documentation to reflect current practices and ensure operational transparency. Job Requirements: • Proven experience in financial markets operations, specifically in Bonds and Repos settlement. • Strong product knowledge of Bonds and securities financing trades. • Demonstrated risk control and impact analytical mindset, with the ability to foresee potential issues and proactively implement solutions. • Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new infrastructure environments and evolving market practices. • A proactive and initiative-taking individual who can drive important priorities forward to achieve desired outcomes in risk control and project deliverables. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders. • A commitment to fostering a workable and friendly work environment. • Ability to balance daily operational tasks with a continuous focus on process improvement. Location: DBS Asia Gateway Job: Operations Schedule: Regular Employee Status: Full time