Bank Of America Assistant Vice President Bank Funding Trader 

Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur 

98002161

Key job responsibilities:

• Funding execution

  • As per GF policies and procedures, provide daily rate setting and funding trade execution for designated legal entities in coordination with global partners

  • Provide foreign exchange and derivative trade execution for Treasury needs

  • Provide liquidity risk counsel and pricing consultation to lines of business (LOBs)

• Funding forecasting

  • In concert with local and enterprise partners, analyze business plans and forward balance sheet for designated legal entities and develop an appropriate funding plan

  • Work with business partners to develop an understanding of future business flows and risks

  • Work closely with international peers to coordinate flows and promote efficiency

  • Investigate and correct forecast misses in order to minimize future variance

• Risk management

  • Manage risks within established metrics consistent with the company’s risk appetite

  • Hedge interest rate and foreign exchange exposures where necessary per policy

  • Be a subject matter expert and consult with LOB’s on liquidity risk drivers and constraints

  • Manage excess liquidity to meet statutory and operational requirements and achieve maximum efficiency

• Balance sheet governance

  • Monitor changes in assets and liabilities and understand causation

  • Work with the FTP group to insure that practices and methodologies drive desired behavior

  • Ensure that a robust control environment is maintained through compliance with all laws, regulation, policies, procedures and directives.

• Other

  • MonParticipate in technology enhancement projects

  • Perform extensive ad-hoc financial analysis related to funding risks and opportunities

  • Respond to spontaneous information/reporting requests both internally and from regulators

  • Compliance with relevant local and applicable international regulations including Dodd Frank / Volcker rule

Job Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree with quantitative focus / prefer finance, accounting or engineering major.

• Strong understanding of markets, financial statements, liquidity and risk is preferred.

• Relevant experience in Money Market /FX activities, Balance Sheet and Liquidity Risk management would be an added advantage

• Strong Excel skills are a must

• Word and PowerPoint proficiency

• Programming skills / process knowledge would be beneficial

• Strong ability to communicate effectively across a broad range of constituents including seasoned teammates, upper management and disparate business partners.

• Skilled at building and maintaining strong relationships across the enterprise. Ability to deliver a difficult message while maintaining close working relationships.

• Communicate clearly and concisely (in English), verbally and in writing, at all levels within the organization

• Possess Pasaran Kewangan Malaysia Certificate (PKMC)

Beneficial skills / traits:

• Creative problem solving skills and orientation

• A genuine interest in financial markets / a drive to “win”