Bank Of America Senior Operations Manager 

India, Haryana, Gurugram District 

727856393

Job Description*

The position requires the person to have a deep understanding of derivatives, product knowledge, understanding of how different trading desks operate, their risk profiles and revenue generation mechanism.

This role will involve facing off with very senior stakeholders in Global Finance, Front office and Risk globally in addition to engagement with senior management at GBS.

Additionally, given the regulatory focus in this area, the person would have very strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities*

• Define the methodology for IPV and associated Liquidity/Model/Deal Specific Valuation Adjustments (VA) for any given product or risk.
• Create the standard process via system or spreadsheet on how to execute the methodology in line with compliance requirements
• Perform reviews and approval of all market data constructions, functions and models used in production to value transactions
• Review and Challenge the IPV processes conducted by Business Finance and Control (BFC)
• Review of material, new deals and changes to models and market data configurations
• Assist with implementation of strategic projects, such as key risk management and system enhancements
• Working closely with Traders, Market Risk Management, Model Risk Management, FO Quants, BFC, senior managers on new product, model development, model sign-off etc.
• Define Fair Value Hierarchy categorization and justification and create the framework of a given product, risk, or portfolio as appropriate
• Define Liquidity (covered/non-covered) and create the framework of a given product, risk, or portfolio as appropriate
• Lead the team from the front.

Requirements*

Qualified PhD/MBA/Masters in a Quantitative Field from Tier I/II institute with relevant experience in Valuation controls processes in Global Markets environment and organization of similar scale

Certifications If Any

• CFA / FRM certified candidates would be preferred

• Strong Programming Knowledge (Python) would be a plus

Experience Range*

10+ years with at least 7+ years’ experience in Valuation controls role

Foundational skills*

• 10+ years of Banking and Financial Services experience with extensive knowledge of working in a Global Markets environment
• Should have good understanding of financial markets, Derivatives & financial products across all asset classes -their valuation, risk etc.
• Strong quantitative modeling skills and programming skills
• Line experience coupled with a demonstrated ability to lead technology-based change
• Proven experience of providing thought leadership to overcome challenges and lead without direct authority
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the personal ability to collaborate, operate, and communicate effectively with a culturally diverse group of peers and colleagues.
• Has the gravity to interact at all levels of management to support resolution of complex business issues.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a global matrix organization and significantly multi-geography, multi-cultural offshore service delivery environment.
• A convincing executive presence which conveys composure and confidence in all situations, the credibility and stature to carry stakeholders through influence rather than via the hierarchy
• Individual should have the resilience to handle internal pressures and conflicts in dealing with multiple stakeholders.

Desired skills*

• Python knowledge would be an added advantage
• Must be proactive and be a highly-motivated self-starter
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high pressure environment
• Takes initiative and challenges existing processes and procedures in a proactive manner
• Strong leadership skills with ability to face-off with Senior global stakeholders and auditors
• Ability to analyze issues independently and drive solutions
• Analytical skills

Work Timings*

12:00 PM IST to 21:00 PM IST