Group Technology & Operations – Operations Analyst, LGC (Up to Associate level) recruitment

About Deutsche Bank
A Passion to Perform. It's what drives us. More than a claim, this describes the way we do business. We're committed to being the best financial services provider in the world, balancing passion with precision to deliver superior solutions for our clients. This is made possible by our people: agile minds, able to see beyond the obvious and act effectively in an ever-changing global business landscape. As you'll discover, our culture supports this. Diverse, international and shaped by a variety of different perspectives, we're driven by a shared sense of purpose. At every level agile thinking is nurtured. And at every level agile minds are rewarded with competitive pay, support and opportunities to excel.

About Group Technology Operations
The strength of technology and operations is present in everything we achieve. Delivering tailored information technology and seamless transaction solutions is essential to Deutsche Bank's global resilience. Pioneering technologies and reengineering processes, we combine exceptional levels of innovation with world-class client service.

Our division designs and develops the systems, software and solutions that make millisecond transaction times cost-effective and reliable. Every second, we face the technological and logistical challenges implicit in growth, market change and constant competition.

Position Overview The Operations Analyst undertakes the processing of transactions, events or data processing within a functional team.

Responsibilities
All processes involving LGC settlements (International markets) and Account Opening. This includes :

• Responsible for ensuring timely, complete and accurate processing of transactions (including performing all relevant controls) within own area of responsibility
• Applies all internal and external policies/guidelines and requirements of the regulators and to agreed SLAs, KRIs and/or KPIs and quality measures
• Provides input, as appropriate, to product / function development to ensure a superior offering in the face of changing client needs and market trends
• Ensures the escalation of operational, regulatory and other risks to line manager and functional leads as appropriate; contributes to the development and implementation of mitigation or control solutions
• Uses knowledge and experience from own area of responsibility to inform the design and implementation of strategies to eliminate waste and improve efficiency and performance of existing processes and reports
• Works effectively within own team, providing support and guidance to colleagues to create and foster an environment of continuous improvement
• Liaise/follow up with Client Services/Client Management for queries on LGC settlement, account opening, etc.
• Liaise /follow-up with Agents/Sub-custodians on matters relating to account opening requirements, tax, etc
• Liaise directly with specific internal clients for their daily settlements or various queries
• Liaise/follow up with various sections/divisions on accounts set-ups, resolution of issues
• Provide support and guidance to Service Centres (DBOI) on issues related to LGC trade settlements, FX., Nostro and securities breaks, etc.
• Provide support and guidance to Service Centres (DKS) with queries and matters related to account opening, requirements and documentation and ensuring queries, instructions are acted upon promptly.
• Receive and withdrawal of physical certificates/documents.
• Review/update Key Operating Procedures and workflow
• Retrieve reports and release instruction from and in Euclid system
• Send swift messages in Mint (payments or free format)
• Post manual IDMS accounting entries
• Involve in User Acceptance Test, (systems or applications) if necessary, even on week-ends.

Requirements
• Relevant experience in one or more specific technical areas
• Some experience in settlement, custody and Network Management would be an advantage
• Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
• Product and system knowledge in the product line
• Basic analytical skills, flexible regarding production problem solving
• Excellent communication skills, fluent in English and local language (written/verbal) as appropriate
• Ability to work in virtual teams and in a matrix organizations
• Excellent team worker, able to work in virtual global teams and a matrix organization
• Ability to work in fast paced environment, keep pace with technical innovation and maintain a broad understanding of the GBS offering
• Open minded, able to share information, transfer knowledge and expertise to team members
• Prepared to work late or be 'on call' on public holidays
• Familiar with swift ISO 15022 format
• Familiar with Euclid system

About the Rewards you can expect
Deutsche Bank offers a challenging and rewarding career where your contribution is valued and rewarded. We have an inclusive and friendly working environment coupled with excellent facilities and benefits.

Deutsche Bank is an equal opportunity employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best available person for a job regardless of marital status, sex (including pregnancy), age, religion, belief, race, nationality and ethnic or national origin, color, sexual orientation or disability.

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