Job/Group Overview:
The Global Prime COO Team provides business management and strategic oversight for Prime Brokerage business, helping shape and execute the strategy while driving product development, platform strategy, and operational excellence
Responsibilities:
Lead strategic development and operational execution of Prime Brokerage services across APAC markets (Japan and Asia ex-Japan), driving product innovation, operational efficiency, and business growth while ensuring regulatory compliance.
Strategic Partnership & Business Development:
・Partner with APAC Prime Business Head to define and execute regional strategy
・Identify cost savings, growth opportunities, and operational efficiencies including multiple entity booking optimization
・Drive competitive analysis and business expansion initiatives
Product & Platform Leadership:
・Lead Prime product suite development: Synthetic Prime, Cash Prime, Stock Borrow Loan/Securities Financing, and Margin Financing
・Partner with Execution Services teams
・Coordinate platform modernization and system enhancements with global platform teams and IT
Business Management & Control:
・Manage budgeting, financial planning, and day-to-day cost approvals
・Oversee audit coordination, RCSA processes, regulatory queries, and examination preparation
・Identify operational issues, strengthen desk procedures, and drive strategic change to reduce operational risk
Operational Excellence & Coordination:
・Partner with Equities COO/Business Management team and coordinate with corporate functions (Middle Office, Product Control, Finance, Operations)
・Leverage India team for reporting, analytics, and business management tasks
・Lead cross-functional project delivery and establish operational KPIs
Stakeholder Management:
・Primary liaison between APAC Prime team and global Prime Brokerage/Equities leadership
・Ensure alignment with global strategy while managing cross-functional relationships
