Agency Securities Finance is an investment overlay strategy that enhances the intrinsic value of a portfolio of securities, to provide clients with opportunities to generate incremental income on their assets. 

Job responsibilities

Understand product capabilities and existing business model, to establish both short and long-term product development plan for the Agency Securities Finance business in the APAC region. Consider industry, client, counterparty, competition, digital, operational and regulatory opportunities and threats when determining development plan.  Involvement with the day-to-day management and execution of strategy for the Agency Securities Finance product. Lead business impact assessments for APAC related changes in collaboration with local, regional & global functional partners.  Effectively lead opportunity assessments and other internal approval processes (including NBIA or Change Mgmt) for new products impacting the APAC region.   Work closely with local, regional & global functional partners.  Promote product development to client facing teams and other internal partners, including where needed, the creation of client materials and, where appropriate, direct client engagement.  Participation in relevant regional industry groups (e.g PASLA) and market consultations in relation to regulatory matters. This will include leading discussions and working to influence outcomes. Represent Agency Securities Finance on behalf of J.P. Morgan at both wider internal regional regulatory forums, and with external clients in relation to regulation and product updates Represent Agency Securities Finance Product at internal new deal forums, reviewing non-standard requirements and impacts from an APAC perspective. Contribute to the ongoing professional development of the team you are responsible for. 

 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Minimum of 10+ years relevant experience  Strong knowledge and prior experience of the securities lending product and industry Proven track record in project management and delivery Excellent communication skills  Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, and ability to work with management at all levels and build a strong network throughout the firm. Self-starter with ability to multi-task, work effectively as a team and both independently, to strict deadlines. People management experience. Strong problem- solving skills; must be able to propose solutions and recommendations and think creatively and ‘out of the box’.