Operations Project Manager OTC Derivatives Tokyo

Join a leading global financial institution as an Operations Project Manager - OTC Derivatives, supporting the setup and expansion of futures and options operations in Japan. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with APAC offices and senior management while leading key regulatory initiatives, operational projects, and process improvements within a fast-paced investment banking environment. You will play a critical role in strengthening operational frameworks and ensuring regulatory compliance across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the setup of Japan futures operations, operational controls, and business frameworks.
• Act as the primary contact for regulators, exchanges, and clearing houses in Japan.
• Collaborate with APAC regional teams while supporting daily operational activities in Japan.
• Lead operational projects, testing activities, and process improvement initiatives across derivatives operations.
• Monitor operational risks, margin processes, and escalation matters across the business.
• Support regulatory reporting, incident management, and operational control enhancements.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Experience:

• 8-10+ years of experience in futures operations, clearing operations, derivatives operations, or operational risk management within investment banking or financial services.
• Strong understanding of Japan exchange-traded derivatives operations and market infrastructure processes.
• Experience supporting operational setup, team build-out, new business launches, or project implementation initiatives.

Soft Skills:

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across local and regional teams.
• Ability to manage escalations, operational issues, and discussions with external stakeholders effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities within high-pressure operational environments.

Language Requirements:

• Japanese: Fluent (written and spoken).
• English: Fluent (written and spoken).

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working closely with regulators, exchanges, and clearing houses in Japan.
• Knowledge of operational risk controls, regulatory reporting, and derivatives market infrastructure.
• Experience managing cross-border operational projects within APAC financial markets environments.

About the Company

Our client is a globally recognized financial institution within the investment banking and financial services sector. The company offers an international working environment with close collaboration between local Japan teams and regional APAC offices. Employees gain strong exposure to senior stakeholders, regulators, and major financial market participants while contributing to the growth of derivatives operations in Japan.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive compensation package of ¥17M - ¥20M.
• Opportunity to work directly with regulators, exchanges, and senior regional stakeholders.
• International and collaborative working environment across APAC offices.
• Exposure to high-impact operational projects and regulatory initiatives.
• Flexible work environment with minimal overtime, flex time, casual clothing, and side business opportunities.

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