FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of the Head of Securities Transfers?
The primary responsibility is to ensure the flawless operation of daily business processing and to focus on the transformation and continuous improvement of the function.
What are the key tasks involved in this role?
Key tasks include managing team deliverables and goals, overseeing workload, ensuring risk controls, managing reporting and escalations, driving the creation of guidelines and policies, implementing processes for new products or services, and focusing on people development.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Required qualifications include solid leadership skills, experience in settlements across securitized asset classes, risk management skills, good planning and delegation capabilities, fluent proficiency in German and English, and experience in banking operations and change management.
Is experience in business transformation necessary for this role?
Yes, experience in business transformation and change projects is a necessary qualification for this role.
What educational background is preferred for candidates?
A banking apprenticeship and/or higher education in the areas of banking or business administration is preferred.
What skills are important for managing the team effectively?
Important skills include solid leadership, effective communication, active staff development, performance monitoring, planning and delegation skills.
Will I need to interact with other units and stakeholders?
Yes, interaction with internal and external stakeholders is crucial for ensuring ongoing improvement of the services provided by the unit.
Is fluency in other languages accepted besides German and English?
The job description specifically requires fluency in German and English; other languages are not mentioned.
How critical is risk management in this role?
Risk management is a critical duty of this role, as maintaining an overview of risk management tasks and mitigation actions is essential.
How do you encourage collaboration within the team?
Fostering an environment of collaboration and actively engaging in team development to deliver high standards of service is key to encouraging collaboration.