Settlements Manager
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Security Settlements Manager to join our Operations team. Reporting to the Co-Head of Operations, the role is based at our Head Office in Tauranga, so would suit someone who is keen to move to the Bay of Plenty.
The Security Settlements Manager is primarily responsible for leading the Security Settlements team to ensure the timely and accurate settlement of all securities, and the payments required for them, in line with the objectives of the wider Operations team. The role is also responsible for leading a team of professionals, ensuring roles and responsibilities are clearly defined and documented for all team members, prioritising work when required, ensuring consistent cross-training, developing the team through coaching, and other leadership activities as required.
This position is responsible for ensuring the function remains compliant with the various regulators in the NZ market and that the teams procedures accurately reflect the constantly changing regulatory landscape. You will also be required to support the team through technology platforms and systems changes.
About you
We are ideally looking for someone with a financial services or security settlements background and prior leadership experience. This role will suit a leader who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment in a collaborative team. As we are undertaking some technology transformation, experience in leading through change would also be beneficial. You will also have:
- A relevant qualification in finance or business administration
- Experience leading a team of financial experts or administrators
- Strong people leadership skills, including training, mentoring and coaching skills
- Understanding of market terminology and financial products and instruments
- Financial services, sharebroking or Foreign Exchange experience
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels in the business
- A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to demonstrate flexibility and embrace change
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- Craigs Community / Volunteer Day
- Additional week of leave (conditions apply)
- Other leave (such as sick, bereavement, and family violence leave) from first day of employment
- Parental leave - 26 weeks’ pay ‘top up’ for eligible Primary Carers
- Long Service Leave
- Annual Health Check and flu vaccinations
- Flexible work options
- Savings benefits and preferential insurance rates
About the Company
Craigs Investment Partners (Craigs) is a multi-award-winning investment advisory firm which is one of the largest in New Zealand. With 19 offices located throughout the country and over 600 employees, Craigs offers solutions and advice to both private investors, as well as corporate and institutional clients.
Why Craigs?
We pride ourselves on creating an environment where our people feel they belong and can bring their best self to work and feel valued. We grow as a team and with our clients and are always looking to support our communities – both internal and external. Our values build the foundation of how we work and how we provide great outcomes for our people and our clients.
- We are stronger together
- We strive for excellence
- We put people first
- We do what’s right
If you would like to find out more about working at Craigs, visit our Careers page – https://craigsip.com/careers
How to apply
If you are interested in the role, please submit your application online now as we will be interviewing suitable candidates as they apply.
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