International Banking:Overseas - Head Treasury

International Banking:Overseas - Head Treasury

The Overseas Treasury Department focuses on the gamut of treasury activities and products.

Activities:
1.Asset and liability management
2.Foreign exchange and Fixed Income trading and management
3.Monitoring Risk management (e.g., interest rate, currency, regulatory ratios)
4.Funding and liquidity management
5.Correspondent banking and client relationships

Products:
1.Foreign exchange products (e.g., spot, forward, swap)
2.Derivatives (e.g., NDF, IRS, CCS etc.)
3.Treasury bills, bonds and certificates of deposit (CDs)
4.Foreign currency accounts and deposits
5.Money Market, Bilateral, Bankers Acceptance and Syndicated/Club loans

About the Role: Overseas - Head Treasury
The Head of Treasury will play a critical role in overseeing and managing the treasury operations of our IBU branch. He / She will be responsible for developing and executing strategies to optimize the bank's liquidity, manage risks, forex & derivatives and maximize returns on investments. This position requires strong leadership, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of financial markets and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities
oDevelop and implement treasury policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.
oManage the bank's liquidity position by forecasting cash flows, monitoring funding needs, and executing appropriate funding strategies.
oManage the investment portfolio, including the selection and management of investment instruments to optimize returns while managing risk exposures.
oMonitor and analyze financial market conditions and trends to identify opportunities and risks that may impact the bank's treasury operations.
oDevelop treasury products and inline policies with processes for GIFT city branch.
oManage relationships with external counterparties, including banks, financial institutions, and investment managers, clients to ensure efficient execution of treasury transactions.
oLead a team of treasury professionals, providing guidance and performance feedback to ensure the achievement of departmental goals and objectives.
oImparting treasury related training to departments performing allied activities.
oCollaborate with other departments, such as finance, risk management, legal and compliance, to support the overall objectives of the bank and ensure alignment of treasury activities with broader strategic goals.
oPrepare and present regular reports to senior management and the ALCO on treasury activities, performance metrics, and risk exposures.
oStay informed about changes in regulatory requirements, accounting standards, and market practices related to treasury management, and ensure timely implementation of any necessary changes.
oDrive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of treasury operations and processes.

Qualifications
.Postgraduate degree in Finance, Economics, or related field Professional certifications (e.g., CFA, FRM) will be an added advantage.
.10+ years of experience in treasury management, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior treasury role within a banking or financial services organization.

Role Proficiencies:
.Strong understanding of financial markets, investment instruments, and risk management principles.
.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex financial data and make informed decisions.
.Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience in managing and developing a team of treasury professionals.
.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
.Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
.Solid understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance issues related to treasury operations.
.Proficiency in relevant financial software and systems.