Vice President, Tax Client Services, Securities & Custody

The Company is seeking a VP for Tax Client Services in the Securities and Custody division. This senior role is pivotal in overseeing end-to-end tax operations and workflows for institutional clients, with a focus on portfolio assets within the custody and securities services business. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing complex operational processes, leading the local client support function, and acting as the primary escalation point for critical client tax matters in Japan. Collaboration with international tax operations teams is essential to ensure consistent execution and streamline regional processing. The role also involves setting performance standards, strengthening risk and control frameworks, and partnering with product, technology, and control functions to enhance processes, data capabilities, and service quality. Applicants must have a minimum of 10 years' experience in investment banking or asset management operations, with a strong understanding of operational processes supporting institutional investors and financial services tax requirements. A Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification is required, along with a proven track record in team leadership, client relationship management, and operational risk and control. The role demands a strategic and analytical mindset, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to lead through change in a complex international environment. Fluency in Japanese and English is a must, with a preference for candidates who have experience in global financial institutions and a background in financial services tax advisory or tax operations.