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Job Summary

• The Associate Principal role within Funds & Fiduciary Services Operations at Standard Chartered is an exceptional career opportunity designed for finance professionals dedicated to upholding financial integrity and ensuring compliance within a complex and evolving regulatory landscape. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of investment accounting principles, financial reporting, and governance, with emphasis on navigating global financial markets and investment bank products.
• In this pivotal position, you will be responsible for the accurate preparation, review, and interpretation of crucial financial documentation that reflects our organisation's fiduciary duties. Your expertise will contribute to both operational excellence and strategic financial decision-making, helping shape our fund services to meet the highest standards of regulatory compliance and client satisfaction globally.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership and Operational Excellence

• Lead and align funds and fiduciary service operations with the Group’s strategic goals, fostering innovation and business growth in line with market dynamics.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for enhancing fund service capabilities, implementing risk-management strategies to safeguard our reputation in the market.

Fund Accounting Accuracy and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure meticulous and timely calculation of Net Asset Values (NAV), validating data integrity against regulatory frameworks applicable within South Africa and international jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external service providers to maintain compliance and operational fluidity.

Client Onboarding and Documentation Governance

• Oversee comprehensive onboarding processes for new clients, facilitating seamless coordination among sales, product, and operations teams to ensure all documentation such as Private Placement Memorandums, Fund Administration Service Agreements, and Service Level Manuals are complete, compliant, and reflect best practices.

Daily NAV Processing and Client Reporting

• Take ownership of daily NAV reporting processes by liaising with global centres to confirm data accuracy and transaction correctness.
• Ensure prompt client communication for NAV approvals and respond to queries on the same day via established communication channels.
• Conduct thorough investigations into reconciliations of bank accounts and holdings, proactively resolving discrepancies.
• Collaborate with auditors and global business services to audit and finalise client financial statements within stipulated deadlines.

Compliance Monitoring and Risk Mitigation

• Perform daily compliance assessments utilizing systems like CRIMS and manual reviews, escalating breaches as necessary to uphold transparency with trustees, clients, and regulators.
• Drive process optimisations by reducing manual interventions and promoting automation initiatives.
• Develop contingency plans addressing system outages, operational volume fluctuations, and resource management to ensure service continuity.
• Identify procedural gaps leading to operational risk and implement corrective actions.
• Regularly review and update Delegation of Authority (DOI) and compliance checklists to maintain regulatory alignment.
• Ensure unwavering compliance with all applicable Fund Services regulations and standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Prior experience is critical, requiring a minimum of three years in investment administration and accounting roles, with at least two years of relevant custody experience. 
• Must have a solid foundation in investment compliance, evidencing their capability to navigate and uphold regulatory and industry best practices.
• A well-rounded understanding of fund accounting within the financial services industry, coupled with practical experience navigating complex regulatory environments.
• The ideal candidate will combine formal education with hands-on experience and a thorough understanding of the regulatory landscape governing investment funds and fiduciary services.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and sustain effective relationships across diverse teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in leveraging technology and digital tools to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy, alongside advanced analytical capabilities to interpret financial data and translate it into actionable business insights.
• Adaptability and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential, as is the ability to deliver consistently high-quality outcomes that meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and a passion for maintaining the highest standards of integrity and financial governance.

Deadline:17th September,2026

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Job Summary

• The Senior CMO (Cash Management Operations) Officer plays a pivotal role within Standard Chartered’s Cash Management Operations team, ensuring the smooth delivery, governance, and continuous enhancement of cash management solutions. This role demands a detail-oriented and proactive individual committed to operational excellence, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration.
• You will work in a dynamic environment that blends strategic operational oversight with hands-on process management. Your efforts will directly impact client satisfaction and the bank’s reputation for reliability and innovation in cash management services.
• You will engage collaboratively with multiple teams across regions and departments, playing a vital role in ensuring the bank’s cash management offerings are compliant, effective, and aligned with broader corporate goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing and mitigating operational risks within the Bank's Cash Management Operations (CMO) in line with Group standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring robust control environment.
• Support the development, implementation, and ongoing governance of the Bank's CMO product suite, aligning closely with the Corporate & Institutional Banking and Commercial Banking strategic cash management initiatives.
• Provide operational expertise and assistance during crisis management scenarios, including business disruptions and contingency activations, facilitating seamless continuation of services.
• Play a proactive role in Business Continuity Management by contributing to the development, maintenance, and testing of the Business Continuity Plan (BCP) to ensure regulatory compliance and operational resilience.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively between CMO South and GBS India teams to ensure accurate, timely processing and reconciliation of payment instructions, while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitor and manage processing queues and generate end-of-day reports to verify all client transactions are completed within the expected service levels and timelines.
• Ensure strict compliance with the Bank’s operational policies around CMO, delivering services that meet or exceed established service level agreements (SLAs) and performance metrics.
• Continuously assess operational processes to promptly identify, resolve, and escalate issues that could impact client satisfaction or expose the Bank to reputational or financial risks.
• Uphold the Bank’s commitment to anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, ensuring all cash management activities comply with internal policies and local legal requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Cash Management Operations to align operational procedures and strategic objectives, championing continuous improvements and technological advancements within the ITO (Technology Operations) function.
• Participate in sales implementation meetings to verify operational feasibility of client commitments, facilitating smoother delivery and enhancing client trust.
• Vigilantly oversee operational, system, and channel risks related to cash management products. Act swiftly to raise flags on potential breaches or control failures, enabling timely corrective action and risk mitigation.

Skills and Experience

• In-depth knowledge of ISO20022 messaging standards and their application in cash management processes, enabling effective communication and transaction handling within global banking networks.
• Proven experience working with SWIFT Message Standards and familiarity with CMO processing systems such as SC Pay, ensuring accurate and compliant execution of payments and collections.
• Strong operational risk management skills, with the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to cash management products and operational processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating effective collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders across geographies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage operational processes, prioritize multiple tasks efficiently, and meet stringent deadlines without compromising quality.
• Knowledge of anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and sanctions policies, supporting the Bank’s commitment to compliance and regulatory adherence.
• Proficient with business continuity planning principles and operational crisis management to maintain seamless service delivery during disruptions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Banking, or a related field is preferred and advantageous.
• Mandatory PASA qualification.
• At least 2 years of hands-on banking experience with specific exposure to Corporate & Institutional Banking and Cash Management Operations.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Group’s Cash Management Operations policies, procedures, and sanctions frameworks.
• Proven experience in using and interpreting SWIFT messaging standards, with emphasis on ISO20022 compliance and effective payment processing systems such as SC Pay.
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to foster teamwork and manage conflicts constructively within operational teams.

Deadline:22nd September,2026