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Transfer Agency - Asset Servicing / GS - APAC BU

Transfer Agency - Asset Servicing / GS - APAC BU

State StreetFukuoka
22 days ago
Job description

Job Duties and Responsibilities

LEADERSHIP

  • Responsible for the achievement of specific department / section performance targets and objectives
  • As a member of the senior management team lead, direct and manage the department
  • Make sound operational decisions
  • Contribute to the development of the organization in terms of financial planning, business strategy, service offerings and HR policies

CLIENT RELATIONSHIP

  • Development and maintenance of strong client relationships
  • Handle and resolve complex / unusual operational and managerial problems that are referred from above and below
  • Ensure that procedures, policies and processes are adhered to so that a high quality service is delivered to the customer. Propose and / or implement procedural changes to improve performance of the department or of related business areas
  • Maintain and develop expertise demonstrating judgment and an understanding of the business
  • Responsible for the development and continued maintenance of satisfactory operational client and regulatory body relationships
  • RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

  • Identify and secure resources required by the department and ensure effective utilization
  • Ensure that Transfer Agency is properly resourced both in terms of people and technology whilst complying with agreed budgetary guidelines
  • Provide adequate training to all grades in support of the overall organization & Transfer Agency Training Plan
  • Assist more senior colleagues when required to do so and deputize in their absence
  • Utilize management information as required to assist in managing both clients and resources
  • Focus on development opportunities for your Officer and Senior Associates, ensuring that time is made available to focus on non-operational management aspects of role through the delegation of tasks where appropriate.
  • Using corporate PPR tools, actively participate in the performance appraisal process and monitor overall timeliness of completion for the entire team with your direct reports
  • RISK & REGULATORY

  • Ensure compliance as appropriate with regulatory requirements and with the relevant short, medium and long-term goals, objectives and values of the organization
  • Understand the risk environment within the team & manage appropriately
  • Monitor the development and implementation of appropriate procedures to meet internal control and external compliance / regulatory requirements
  • COMMUNICATION

  • Provide regular feedback to managers and more senior colleagues with regard to Transfer Agency operations
  • Attend and contribute to operational, client, risk, audit and regulatory meetings as required
  • Actively participate in your chosen Focus Group
  • CHANGE MANAGEMENT

  • Create an environment that is flexible and adaptable and be a champion of change
  • Initiate and oversee tasks within a continuous improvement drive to ensure that the Department is efficient and seen as customer and quality driven
  • Provide support to Senior Associates and their reports during the implementation of change
  • Ensure participation in the completion and implementation of department wide projects as required and lead local team initiatives
  • Knowledge, Skills & Experience Required

  • Excellent administrative, organizational and business support skills, with the ability to multi-task and to work calmly under pressure.
  • Excellent working knowledge of MS Office suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong written & verbal communication skills in English and Japanese - requires frequent interactions with Japanese investors / distributors
  • Possess excellent organizational, planning and co-ordination skills.
  • Ability to work accurately to tight deadlines
  • Proactive and able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Comprehensive procedural, technical and product knowledge of the Transfer Agency business is required. This should be complemented with a good understanding of Fund Accounting, Custody and Regulatory background to Funds Industry.
  • Typically candidate will have 5-8 years experience in a similar environment including at least 3 years in a management / supervisory capacity.
  • Core Competencies

  • Accurate and Precise
  • Team Oriented
  • Organized
  • Personable
  • Flexible
  • Self-reliant
  • Enthusiastic
  • Excellent communications skills
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