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In your new role, you’ll be part of a leading global securities exchange with a strong brand. We are known for being a trusted market operator and an exciting data hub.
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We are more than a securities exchange!The ASX team brings together talented people from a diverse range of disciplines.
We run critical market infrastructure, with 1 in 3 people employed within technology. Yet we have a unique complexity of roles across a range of disciplines such as operations, program delivery, financial products, investor engagement, risk and compliance.
We’re proud to foster a workplace where diversity is celebrated and inclusion is part of our everyday culture. Our employee-led networks champion LGBTIQ+ inclusion, promote gender equality, accessibility and wellbeing, inspire giving and volunteering, and celebrate cultural and religious events, creating a sense of belonging for all. As an AWEI Bronze employer and member of the Champions of Change Coalition for gender equality, we’re committed to a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
About the team:
Manage this fast-paced customer facing team as the first point of contact for derivative clearing within the Markets line of business. This role is responsible for the operational clearing environment and processing of all exchange traded and OTC derivative products within the Australian market. You will champion superior customer service to our clients globally, when they need it, in line with our strong regulatory focus. As the leader of the team, you will have responsibility for the implementation and ongoing support of new products and services in line with the ASX strategy, which have a direct impact on the Australian financial markets.
The Market Operations team sits within the Markets Line of Business (LoB) and comprises of 4 teams including the Market Announcements Office, Surveillance, Trading Operations and Clearing Operations. Markets is one of the four LoB's at ASX and operates as an integrated business (designing, selling, delivering and running its products/services), working in alignment with the other LoBs and closely with ASX's Centre's of Excellence (technology and delivery) and expanded Customer function. The Markets LoB has primary accountability for ASX and ASX 24 Markets licenses, ASX Clear (Futures) and ASX Clear (ETO's) license and the Benchmark administrator license.
What you will be doing:
How we do things at ASX is just as important as what we do. This means, if you're a people leader, you will be responsible for both the core duties outlined below, and providing leadership to your team to ensure we foster a collaborative, inclusive team environment, where people feel empowered, accountable, and deeply connected (as outlined in our Leadership Principles).
Day to day management of the real time post trade clearing operations function ensuring all tasks and checklists are completed with proper risk management and within deadlines
Lead the team providing support and direction to staff including performance feedback, mentoring, and ensuring compliance with ASX Policies and Values
Provide first line support of ASXs derivative clearing systems including Genium, DCS & Calypso.
Ensure the team meets regulatory obligations and compliance with the ASX Operating Rules
Engage and service a diverse range of stakeholders inclusive of exchange participants, brokers, custodians, system vendors and regulators.
Lead the identification and implementation of process improvements to reduce operational risk, enhance the customer experience and develop technical change
What you will bring:
Must have
Previous management experience in a fast-paced deadline driven operational environment
Extensive knowledge of the Australian Financial Markets and related products
At least 5 years experience in ETD/OTC back office
Experience leading a customer facing team offering exceptional service
Understanding of the Post Trade Environment, knowledge and awareness of ASX post trade business processes and systems
Nice to have:
Report writing for senior management with content focussed on operational analysis and commentary
Experience with project implementation
Exposure to back office operations in capital markets, bank treasury, custodian or a broking firm.
We make hiring decisions based on your skills, capabilities and experience, and how you’ll help us to live our values. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the criteria of this role. If you need any adjustments during the application or interview process to help you present your best self, please let us know.
At ASX Group, our diverse workforce is essential to build and maintain a fair and dynamic marketplace. We support flexible working and offer hybrid working options. Even if our roles are advertised as full-time, we encourage you to apply if you are interested in part-time or other flexible working arrangements.
We will arrange for successful candidates to have background checks, including reference and police checks completed as part of the on-boarding process.
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What We Do
ASX is one of the world’s top ten exchanges. As a full-service exchange, we offer trading, clearing, settlement, market insights, connectivity, and depository services across all major asset classes including equities, derivatives, ETFs, options, and managed funds.
With a total market capitalisation of around $1.5 trillion, ASX is home to some of the world’s leading resource, finance, and technology companies. Our $47 trillion interest rate derivatives market is the largest in Asia and among the biggest in the world.
ASX’s network and data centre (The Australian Liquidity Centre) provides a world class financial infrastructure and access to Australia’s largest pools of liquidity.
