Chief Operating Officer (Coo), Markets & Securities Services Australia

Chief Operating Officer (COO), Markets & Securities Services Australia Chief Operating Officer (COO), Markets & Securities Services Australia HSBC Sydney, AustraliaChief Operating Officer (COO), Markets & Securities Services Australia HSBC Sydney, Australia Posted 9 days ago Permanent CompetitiveChief Operating Officer (COO), Markets & Securities Services AustraliaSome career choices have more impact than others.At HSBC we exist with the purpose of Opening up a World of Opportunity. We use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to provide opportunities for our customers and colleagues through global connectivity. We bring together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world - for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share.The Markets and Securities Services (MSS) division at HSBC covers the distribution of Global Markets products and services to our Institutional and Corporate clients, provides Securities Services on both a Global and Sub-Custody basis and is also responsible for the Market Treasury department.Taking on this newly created senior leadership role you will lead a large and diverse team including both onshore and offshore Business Management, Non-Financial Risk and Operations departments. This senior role is critical to driving the safe and effective running of business functions across Corporate Sales, Institutional Sales, Securities Services and Markets Treasury. You will represent the business in local, regional, and global governance forums and client meetings leveraging your expertise to engage in strategic discussion and decision making on the design and implementation of HSBC's operational services models.This role will provide global exposure to build an international network through HSBC's global footprint. You will lead a large local team with strong connectivity to global service centres across Asia, with a critical focus on working with HSBC's technology leads in reducing risk to the business and creating scale for the future. The role will provide exposure and strong engagement across all areas of the bank locally and abroad.Your main responsibilities will include:Operational Management - overseeing the day-to-day running of the Markets and Securities Services business to ensure efficient, effectiveness and adherence to Regulatory and HSBC standards.Strategy and Transformation - collaborating with senior leaders within the business to develop and implement business strategies aligned with continuous improvement to the group strategic direction.Financial Management - monitoring and reporting on financial performance ensuring that budgets are maintained and identifying potential opportunities for optimization.Leadership - leading a local team of 48 and regular engagement with other lines of business locally, regionally and globally, providing a strong risk culture aligned with HSBC's values and strict adherence to governance, process and procedures.Risk Management - monitoring and identifying risks to the business, ensuring the business has adequate controls to mitigate both financial and non-financial risks to the business.Collaboration and Communication - leading and fostering a strong culture of engagement and collaboration with stakeholders across the business.RequirementsTo be successful in this role, you will bring:Experience in a similar role in a large-scale business, ideally in the banking / financial services industry, with prior exposure to Global Markets and Securities Services.Demonstrated experience leading large diverse teams with an accountability for large revenue streams.A proven track record of originating, designing and then implementing change programmes for global projects of scale/size (driven by either business or regulatory requirements)Demonstrated strong experience in stakeholder engagement, building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.Strong problem-solving capability with strong organisational skills with the ability to multi-task well under pressure to meet tight deadlines.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Deep knowledge of the external environment across regulatory obligations as well as the global competitor and market landscape impacting client behaviour.Preference will be given to candidates who hold Australian PR/Citizenship or New Zealand Citizenship, or who can demonstrate current unrestricted work rights in Australia without limitations.As an HSBC employee in Australia, you'll have access to tailored professional development opportunities, competitive pay, an embedded flexible working culture and a range of employee benefits. These include market-leading subsidised private health cover, enhanced parental pay and support when returning to work, subsidised banking products and services, bonus leave days and wellness programmes including discounted gym memberships.We value different perspectives, we succeed together, collaborating across boundaries, we take responsibility, holding ourselves accountable to get things done. Through these values, HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are appreciated and respected and where opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow in an inclusive environment. Applications from First Nations peoples are encouraged.Learn more about careers at HSBC Australia - https://www.hsbc.com/careers/where-we-hire/australiaPersonal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website. Issued by HSBC Bank Australia Limited. Please note that HSBC will we never communicate to applicants via non HSBC channels such as SMS, WhatsApp or Facebook so please be careful if anyone attempts to contact you via these channels. #LI-HSBCMHBoost your career Find thousands of job opportunities by signing up to eFinancialCareers today.#J-18808-Ljbffr