Head of Transaction Reporting, Markets Operations

The Company is seeking a regional head of regulatory transaction reporting to lead reporting operations across Japan and other Asia-Pacific markets. The role is responsible for accurate, timely, and compliant trade reporting, while overseeing exception management, issue remediation, operational risk, and reporting controls. The successful candidate will lead and develop a regional team, engage with regulators and industry groups, and coordinate with internal stakeholders to turn regulatory changes into effective processes. They will also drive operational improvements through automation, data analytics, and process redesign, and take ownership of complex regional initiatives. Candidates should have at least five years of experience in financial services, ideally in regulatory or transaction reporting, compliance, middle office, or operational controls. Strong knowledge of reporting requirements, financial products, trade lifecycles, and markets operations is required, along with experience managing teams, controls, risk, and complex initiatives. The role calls for strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills, including the ability to explain complex topics clearly and work across jurisdictions and functions. Advanced or fluent written and spoken Japanese and English are required; experience with APAC reporting, multiple asset classes, regulatory engagements, and technology-led transformation is preferred.