Head of Treasury

Role Description

The Head of Treasury Operations India will form part of the Global Treasury Operations organization and has the ultimate responsibility and accountability for the delivery of the day-to-day operations.

She/he will lead the people development agenda in the team, optimize the process delivery through tactical and strategic initiative to reduce risks while ensuring that costs are managed, and benefits delivered.

This role will report functionally to the Global Treasury Operations and regionally to the India Operations Site Head.

Key responsibilities:

Head of Treasury Operations for India covering two locations (Bangalore & Jaipur) with responsibility for circa ~80 staff providing Operations support to Treasury, Investment and Corporate Bank, Private Bank (APAC, EMEA and US)

Develop and implement a multi-year strategy for Treasury Operations in conjunction with Business and Technology

Strategically influence the Treasury Operations road map to ensure DB are at or above competitor levels in terms of platforms and infrastructure

Hire, develop and reward staff based on meritocracy and promote collaboration and diversity, identify and develop high performers

Engage in client reviews to ensure best in class service is delivered, monitoring client satisfaction & service levels

Management of budget and headcount to hit relevant targets

Develop/maintain/enhance an effective control framework/environment

Maintain a culture and environment where processes and control are continuously monitored and risks escalated in timely manner

Experience/skills

A minimum 15 years of experience in Operations, Settlements and Payment processing

Strong understanding of Treasury and Fixed Income products and excellent understanding of the controls. Appreciation of the risks in the various processes in Nostro funding, Payment processing, Issuance and Middle Office.

A proven, considerable level of analytical, problem solving and resource planning skills

Demonstration of excellent communication and influencing skills

Build a strong partnership with global teams across Operations, Business and Technology teams

An ability to work independently to solve business problems, an inquisitive nature, a willingness to ask questions and challenge, ability to work in fast-paced environment and guide and mentor more junior team members

Excellent communication skills with good proficiency with MS excel tools like MS Excel, MS Power Point