This is a senior operations role within a globally active financial services organization, offering the opportunity to lead critical securities operations in Japan. As Operations Control Manager, you will ensure accurate trade settlement, strong operational controls, and regulatory compliance while driving continuous process improvement in a global, fast-paced environment. This role provides strong exposure to international teams and plays a key part in maintaining operational excellence and risk management standards.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily securities operations, ensuring timely and accurate settlement of equity and derivatives trades
• Review trade matching, resolve settlement failures, and manage funding requirements across transactions
• Oversee corporate actions processing and external regulatory reporting to authorities and exchanges
• Execute trade and position reconciliations, maintaining strong controls and closing operational gaps
• Drive workflow improvements, risk mitigation initiatives, and operational efficiency in collaboration with global teams
• Support system upgrades, UAT, and operational projects while handling escalations and ad hoc operational matters

Required Skills and Qualifications Experience:

• Over 6 years of experience in securities settlement or operations within financial institutions such as brokers, custodians, or clearinghouses
• Strong understanding of the end-to-end trade lifecycle from front office to back office
• Hands-on experience with reconciliations, regulatory reporting, and operational controls
• Experience supporting system implementations, UAT, or operational transformation projects

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail with a risk-aware mindset
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, high-volume operational environment
• Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Language Requirements:

• Japanese: Business level (written and verbal)
• English: Business level (written and verbal)

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working within a global or regional operations team
• Exposure to regulatory reporting in securities or investment banking environments

About the Company
Our client is a globally recognized financial services organization operating across multiple markets. With a strong focus on operational excellence, governance, and risk management, the firm provides a stable and professional environment with significant international exposure.
Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive salary package with clear compensation range
• Exposure to global teams and cross-border operations
• Flexible working arrangements with minimal overtime culture
• Supportive, collaborative, and professional team environment
• Casual dress code and side business permitted

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