Futures Operations Manager, Futures

• Act as the primary operational point of contact with OSE, JSCC and other Japan market infrastructure providers.
• Oversee and coordinate Japan futures clearing operational workflows performed by Hong Kong and Singapore teams, ensuring alignment with local exchange rules and regulatory expectations.
• Provide first line of defense oversight for the Japan futures business and collaborate closely with the Futures Clearing Risk Management team.
• Review Japan‑related risk exposures, margin processes, and escalation protocols, ensuring consistency with internal risk management frameworks.
• Manage Japan regulatory reporting requirements, coordinating closely with Compliance to ensure timely and accurate submissions.
• Oversee IT interactions related to Japan futures infrastructure, including ION and other relevant front‑to‑back systems, ensuring appropriate configuration and testing for OSE/JSCC activity.
• Lead communication and governance with Japan regulators, exchanges, auditors, and internal management.
• Support the build‑out of Japan futures operational frameworks, including process design, control establishment, documentation, and ongoing performance monitoring.
• Facilitate incident investigation and ensure corrective actions are implemented to avoid recurrence.
   

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in futures operations, clearing, risk management, or exchange‑traded derivatives.
• Candidates with less experience may be considered for a more junior‑level role.
• Strong understanding of Japan futures markets, OSE/JSCC rules, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Experience with industry systems such as ION, risk monitoring tools, and other trade support / back‑office infrastructure is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, stakeholder‑management and problem‑solving skills; able to work independently while coordinating across regional teams.
• Excellent command of both spoken and written Japanese and English.
• Relevant certifications or licenses (e.g., JSDA qualifications) would be an advantage.

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