Vice President - Operations – OTC Confirmations.
This mandate is run by SYMPHONI HR, a Mumbai-based executive search firm, est. 2003. Applications are email-verified and reach the search team running the role — confidentially, always.
About the organisation.
Our client is a leading global investment bank with a significant presence in international financial markets. They are committed to operational excellence, leveraging cutting-edge technology and data-driven strategies to maintain their competitive edge in the banking and financial services sector.
About the role.
This leadership role oversees the end-to-end OTC confirmation process, focusing on governance, risk mitigation, and large-scale automation. The successful candidate will drive strategic transformation projects, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and implement AI-based frameworks to optimize trade life cycle operations.
What you will do.
- Establish and maintain a robust governance framework across OTC confirmation pods including drafting, affirmation, chasing, and execution.
- Lead drafting automation strategies by identifying migration opportunities and coordinating IT enhancements.
- Ensure strict adherence to regulatory compliance standards including ISDA, EMIR, and CFTC requirements.
- Monitor drafting quality and economic term accuracy to minimize break rates and operational risk.
- Liaise with Legal, Front Office, and Sales teams to negotiate templates and resolve complex confirmation issues.
- Translate operational data into actionable business insights using advanced analytics and visualization tools.
- Manage capacity planning and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
- Lead firm-wide transformation projects to enhance operational efficiency and control environments.
What you bring.
- 15–22 years of relevant industry experience with deep expertise in OTC confirmation drafting.
- Strong understanding of the end-to-end trade life cycle, settlements, and cash management operations.
- Proven experience in leveraging Alteryx, Power BI, Robotics, and Machine Learning for process automation.
- Demonstrated ability to develop strategic plans and manage cross-functional stakeholder relationships.
- Expertise in building and managing AI-based frameworks to drive operational efficiency.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into metrics for senior management.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to demonstrate executive presence in high-pressure environments.
- Proactive approach to risk management, audit compliance, and regulatory reporting.
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