Master Custody Unit, VP
State Street
The role is a management position at State Street Taipei Branch within the Investment Services Division. The primary responsibility is to lead a team of master custody and clientservices professionals, including master custody and global custody clients, ensuring operational oversight, compliance and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities
1. Master Custody Operations Leadership
• The role involves guiding and overseeing the master custody operational
team under the Trust Unit.
• Responsibilities include managing end-to-end master custody processes,
ensuring operational oversight, and delivering accurate client reports.
2. Client Services Management
• The candidate will lead a team handing master custody and global custody
clients.
• Focus on maintaining service qualities and strong client relationships through
regular engagements, service reviews, and issue resolution.
3. Regulatory & Compliance Oversight
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and internal policies, minimize operational,
legal, and reputational risks, and reinforce ethical standards.
• Work closely with legal, risk, compliance and audit teams.
4. Operational Risk Management
• Monitor daily operations, identify key risk areas, and implement necessary
controls.
• Report significant issues to senior management and stakeholders for
immediate attention.
5. Team Development & Leadership
• Mentor and develop a high performing team to foster collaboration and
professional growth.
6. Industry Engagement & Market Awareness
• Attend industry events and associations to stay informed about market
trends and regulatory changes.
7. Project & Reporting Responsibilities
• Support management reporting (business reviews, regulatory reports, etc.).
• Lead projects or act as Project Manager when assigned.
8. Flexibility & Adaptability
• The role requires adaptability to changing responsibilities, management
shifts, and corporate strategies.
• Ability to take on ad-hoc assignments as needed.
Skills & Considerations
• Minimum of ten years of experience in trust operations within financial institutions.
• Leadership experience in master custody and global custody.
• Ability to work in an international environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills for cross-department communication.
• Proficiency in MS PowerPoint and Excel, with strong attention to details.
• Language proficiency in Mandarin and English