Change Management Operational Readiness Manager
12 Month Contract (Initial)
Chester
Hybrid Working
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We are happy to be recruiting for one of our high-profile Banking clients. They are currently looking for a Change Management Operational Readiness Manager to join them for an initial 12-month contract. However, there may be scope for extension.
Overview of the Role:
To act as the main point of contact for EMEA based Clients for settlement related queries within the company across product, market, entity, trade status. You must be on hand to offer premium Client service and deal with all Client queries and manage the relationships between our clients and internal departments. Up to date market knowledge on key initiatives and developments within the clearing and settlement space are essential. Directly interacting with Clients on a daily basis, you will be the main point of contact for clients on all operational issues and will act as Client advocate within the company to ensure all clients' needs are met.
Responsibilities for the Role:
Resolution and escalation of matched and unmatched trades for EMEA Clients settling in the European markets
Timely response to client queries regarding the settlement of their trades
Client Fails Reporting
Buy in avoidance
Liaising with other internal departments to ensure timely resolution of Client fails
Involvement in ad hoc projects for new processes or industry initiatives
Breaks investigation and resolution
Skills & Experience Required:
Presentable, confident and client focused. Client facing experience or ability to conduct discussions with Clients in a confident manner
Excellent communications skills and ability to present to an audience
Ability to work under pressure in a team environment
Ability to liaise with all levels of the firm and people with different experiences and backgrounds
Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised. Candidate will be able to manage own time and know when to escalate
Previous experience within a client service team with particular focus on DMA and OTC settlement
Knowledge of Operational Risk, Client Money Protection and Funding
Risk assessments
Process improvements
Process mapping
Experience with Powerpoint, Excel, Word, Visio
Location:
This is a hybrid working role, with a requirement to work from the clients Chester office 3 days a week.
Working hours:
Standard working hours with some flex where required.
If you feel that this is a role that would suit you then please apply today.
If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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