Vice President of Settlement

The Company is seeking a VP for its Settlement Team within the Securities Services division. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the team to ensure that internal requirements, regulatory obligations, and customer service standards are met while maintaining a competitive position in the market. This role involves assessing the impact of market, regulatory, and industry changes, and guiding the team to take appropriate actions. The VP will also be tasked with promoting and implementing industry best practices to enhance operational effectiveness, control, and service quality, as well as leading ad hoc projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Applicants for the VP role should have a background in securities operations, settlement, or a related financial services environment, with a typical requirement of 7-10 years' experience. The role demands a candidate with a strong knowledge of the securities industry and relevant market organizations, proven managerial experience, and the ability to make sound decisions in response to changing regulatory and client requirements. The VP will be expected to maintain a zero-tolerance environment for operational losses, ensure operational procedures are accurate and compliant, and build effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Strong interpersonal, communication, planning, organizational, and coordination skills are essential, as is the ability to manage, motivate, and develop a team.