Director, Head of Operations, Wholesale Bank

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global wholesale bank with a strong Asia presence. As part of its ongoing transformation agenda, the bank is appointing a Head of Operations to lead its wholesale banking operations function, driving efficiency, resilience, and cultural excellence.

This senior leadership role combines run-the-bank accountability with transformation and change delivery, offering the opportunity to shape the operating model while supporting business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end wholesale banking operations, including deals booking, trade settlement, and post-trade processing.
• Drive operational transformation to improve efficiency, scalability, and control.
• Balance business-as-usual operations with project and change initiatives.
• Strengthen governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Partner closely with front-office, risk, technology, and regional stakeholders.
• Build and lead high-performing teams, embedding a strong culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• 12+ years experience in wholesale / corporate banking operations within a global or regional bank.
• Proven track record in operational transformation, process optimisation, and change delivery.
• Strategic ability to deliver Asian Operations Strategy whilst driving change management.
• Strong knowledge of loans operations, settlement and transaction processing.
• Demonstrated leadership capability and senior stakeholder management skills.

Application Process

Please submit your resume to Emily Tan at [Confidential Information]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

EA License No.: 24S2395

Registration No.: R1106860