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Director IT Operations Derivatives
MUST be local to New York City, Hybrid Schedule at least 3 days onsite
Salary Range: $225k to $275k base
No Sponsorship Available
This is a team manager position supporting Operations functions for FI and EQ Derivatives. The candidate must possess experience in both Equity and Fixed Income Derivatives and be well-versed in Murex technology. The ideal candidate should be prepared to lead a team that provides comprehensive support to middle and back-office functions using Murex. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences, and a proactive approach to process improvement and system automation. The candidate should be adept at multitasking, prioritizing tasks in high-pressure environments, and working both independently and collaboratively.
Responsibilities:
- Workflow Maintenance and Development: Oversee the maintenance and development of workflows within the Murex application, specifically focusing on Operations workflows such as settlements, confirmations, and regulatory reporting for FI and EQ derivatives products
- Technical Expertise: Utilize deep technical knowledge of the Murex application to ensure efficient and accurate processing of trade lifecycles.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all workflows comply with relevant regulatory requirements and reporting standards.
- Team Leadership: Lead and manage a team of developers and analysts, providing guidance and support to achieve operational goals.
- Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions to enhance workflow efficiency and accuracy.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with various stakeholders, including IT, Operations, and Front Office teams (EQ and FI), to ensure seamless integration and functionality of workflows.
- Issue Resolution: Manage the team that troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to Murex application workflows, in support of Operations functions.
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of workflows, processes, and any changes made to the Murex application.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Proven experience in Murex development and configuration for Operations functions.
- Leadership: Demonstrated leadership abilities with experience managing teams.
- Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Communication: Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders.