Treasury Funding Dealer And Junior Portfolio Manager, Officer

Who we are looking for:State Street Bank and Trust Company, Sydney branch, is seeking to hire a Treasury Funding dealer and Junior Portfolio Manager to provide support to the Sydney branch Treasurer in managing the Sydney balance sheet.The major responsibilities include:

• Managing liquidity and funding requirements of the Sydney branch. This includes day to day management of currency positions and liquid assets to support the branch’s liquidity requirements. Daily activities include trading and position management of the AUD liquids portfolio utilizing the currency swap market, money markets, repo market, interbank funding markets and internal loans and deposits.
• Junior Portfolio Manager for State Street Sydney Branch. Providing research, portfolio construction and trade execution support in the management of the branch’s longer term Investment Portfolio (rates and credit), working in tandem with Portfolio Managers globally to ensure seamless delivery of strategic initiatives.
• Working with the credit analyst team to ensure credit quality and 4 eyes principle for credit investments.
• Monitoring and evaluating local market conditions in the context of global market conditions and communicating relevant information to senior Portfolio Managers and senior management as necessary.
• Monitoring and managing the balance sheet and liquidity to ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements and State Street’s overall balance sheet objectives.
• Managing and monitoring compliance with internal liquidity risk limits

Other responsibilities include:

• Managing liquidity and funding requirements of Hong Kong and Singapore branch as required, providing coverage support for Global Treasury APAC region as a whole.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with local senior management, various internal stakeholders and as well as developing banking/broker/dealer relationships with the wider financial community to support funding and Investment Portfolio activities.
• Participating and contributing in projects related to Global Treasury initiatives
• Taking end-to-end ownership in undertaking additional responsibilities as assigned subject to changing business needs
• Taking leadership and provide leave coverage for Sydney branch treasurer as a delegate undertaking additional responsibilities.

Candidates should have the following characteristics:

• Excellent analytical skills and knowledge of financial markets
• Demonstrate high flexibility towards undertaking additional responsibilities as required to contribute to team’s success
• Detail-oriented and ability to work in a fast-paced, unstructured environment
• Excellent excel spreadsheet skills (coding skills are an additional benefit)
• Capacity to learn new technologies/systems.
• Professionalism, dependability, integrity

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Economics or in a related field
• Four years' experience in banking and financial services. Experience in a trading floor environment would be an additional benefit (not essential).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with people at various levels of the organisation

Are you the right candidate? YesWe honestly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we do not necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit .About State StreetWhat we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life,paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers