Overview

Our client, a leading financial institution, is looking for a highly skilled and strategic Head of Treasury to lead their treasury operations. This leadership role is key in managing the bank’s liquidity, funding, and financial risk while ensuring optimal capital utilization and compliance with regulatory requirements. The Head of Treasury will also play a vital role in steering the bank’s treasury strategy and will work closely with senior management to support business growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Treasury Management: Oversee the bank’s treasury operations, ensuring efficient management of liquidity, funding, and capital.

• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute the bank’s treasury strategy, aligning with the institution’s overall financial goals and market conditions.

• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage the bank’s financial risks, including interest rate risk, liquidity risk, and currency risk, using appropriate risk mitigation strategies.

• Cash Flow Management: Monitor and manage daily cash flow to ensure that the bank has sufficient liquidity to meet its operational needs while optimizing returns on available funds.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and internal policies, including Basel III and local regulatory standards.

• Investment Management: Oversee the bank’s investment portfolio, making informed decisions about asset allocation to maximize returns while managing risk.

• Funding Strategies: Manage the bank’s funding needs, including overseeing the issuance of debt, managing interbank borrowing, and managing deposit strategies.

• Team Leadership: Lead and manage a high-performing treasury team, providing mentorship, training, and career development opportunities.

• Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with senior executives, regulators, and external stakeholders to provide insights and recommendations on treasury-related matters.

• Technology Implementation: Oversee the implementation of treasury management systems and tools to improve operational efficiency and enhance decision-making processes.

• Financial Reporting: Provide detailed treasury reports and analyses to senior management, the board of directors, and regulators, ensuring transparency and accountability.

Key Qualifications and Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related fields. A Master’s degree or professional qualifications (e.g., CFA, FRM, or Treasury certifications) is a plus.

• Experience: At least 10 years of experience in treasury management within a banking or financial institution, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

• In-depth Knowledge: Strong understanding of financial markets, liquidity management, risk management, and banking regulations.

• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a dynamic and challenging environment.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement treasury strategies that align with the bank’s overall business objectives.

• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.

• Communication Skills: Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to interact with both internal and external stakeholders effectively.

• Tech-Savvy: Experience with treasury management systems and financial tools to drive efficiency and innovation in the treasury function.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of emerging technologies in fintech, including blockchain and digital banking solutions.

• Experience in dealing with regulatory authorities and in preparing reports for audits and regulatory reviews.

• Expertise in currency and foreign exchange markets.