Operational Leadership
- Lead global team to ensure that AB develops best in class ETF operational workflows across markets.
- Work with ETF leadership to strategically build out local ETF businesses around the world.
- Act as the primary contact for ETF-related queries for local management and global teams.
- Lead cross-functional meetings and manage project plans for ETF launches.
- Manage and train team members on ETF operations.
Daily Operations
- Oversee and manage the complete ETF lifecycle, encompassing order placement, corporate actions, basket creation and redemption, trade booking, and transaction settlement. In-depth understanding of the niche global servicing of ETF products and ETF share class processes.
- Supervise the daily generation of essential ETF files (e.g., Portfolio Composition Files (PCFs)), monitor incoming cash receipts and collateral, and ensure the accurate and timely processing of transactions. Partnering with global fund accounting regarding NAV, distribution reporting, etc.
- Investigate and resolve complex inquiries from counterparties regarding trade and settlement activities, as well as operational issues, conducting root cause analyses to prevent future occurrences. Ability to prioritize and escalate timely key exposure points as well as address engaging appropriate parties.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and coordinate training sessions for staff on updated processes and best practices
Risk & Compliance
- Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Ensure adherence to global standards for product reporting and compliance.
- Prepare performance metrics and compliance reports for management and internal committees.
Innovation & Efficiency
- Develop and implement process improvements to streamline ETF operations.
- Assess system architecture and feasibility for ETF-specific workflows.
- Help develop new global infrastructure, enhance existing infrastructure, and create global standards and efficiencies
Industry Engagement & Relationship Management
- Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with the global ETF ecosystem including Authorized Participants (APs), market makers, custodians, and other external vendors.
- Participate in ETF industry events and apply best practices to AB’s workflows.
Reporting & Analytics
- Produce recurring ETF business reports (primary and secondary market data, capital markets reports, board reporting).
- Support product teams with metrics and analytics for informed decision-making.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and coordinate training sessions for staff on updated processes and best practices
