Operational accounting of money market and fx transactions
The Head of Operations is accountable for the full scope of operational activities within the branch, ensuring operational excellence, strong governance, and successful delivery of strategic change initiatives
Job Summary
The Head of Operations is accountable for the full scope of operational activities within the branch, ensuring operational excellence, strong governance, and successful delivery of strategic change initiatives.
This role leads a team of approximately 10 people and acts as a key strategic partner to the Deputy General Manager, balancing day-to-day operations with transformative projects to future-proof the bank’s operations.
MUFG is committed to diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where employees are valued, respected, and their opinions count, supporting equality in recruitment and employment.
Matching Summary
The Head of Operations is accountable for the full scope of operational activities within the branch, ensuring operational excellence, strong governance, and successful delivery of strategic change initiatives.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Payments processing and control frameworks
Trade finance operations and AML controls
Operational accounting of money market and FX transactions
Strong knowledge of MiFID2 operational requirements
Leadership of diverse teams in regulated environment
Change management and digital transformation
Good Italian and English language skills
Nice-to-have
Strategic vision and leadership
Strong communication and stakeholder management
Project and program management skills
Human resources management
Innovation and agility mindset
Customer-focused professional approach
Key Requirements
Minimum 10 years banking operations experience
5+ years leadership in complex regulated environment
University degree in Economics, Finance or related field
Proven experience leading large-scale transformation projects
Strong understanding of PSD2/PSD3, SEPA, SWIFT regulations