VP -Securities & Derivatives (Trade processing and Settlements) - GURGAON

The Securities & Derivatives Sr Manager is a senior management level position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team or department to process orders and transactions originating from trading desks and branch offices in coordination with the operations - Transaction Services team. This role will focus on operational excellence, risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and strategic improvements across multiple asset classes: Equities, Fixed Income, FX, and Over the Counter (OTC) Derivatives

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the daily operations of the Confirmation and Settlements team across global markets and products.
• Ensure timely and accurate trade confirmations and settlements in line with market deadlines and internal SLAs.
• Oversee exception management and work closely with clients, custodians and counterparties to resolve trade discrepancies.
• Drive automation and STP initiatives to improve operational efficiency. Propose solutions to implement settlement process improvements, client service enhancements, or overall technology enhancements
• Maintain deep subject matter expertise across Equities, Fixed Income, FX and OTC Derivatives post-trade workflows
• Develop and implement business initiatives, client solutions, or projects affiliated with securities and derivatives settlement
• Solve complex inquiries, conduct discovery and complete due diligence activities for client requests
• Provide detailed analysis of escalated issues when necessary and recommend actions for resolution
• Contribute to processing standards and expectations for securities and derivatives processing teams
• Develop and implement business plans, policies, and procedures that offer solutions and cost saving opportunities
• Coordinate with internal and external clients to assess service quality and identify areas for improvement
• Coach and develop talent within the team; foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.

Qualifications:

• 12-15 years of relevant experience
• People management experience
• Hands on experience on Aladdin platform will be preferred
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred