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We are partnering with a well-established international financial institution to recruit a Team Leader: Middle Office Operations for their growing Warsaw office. The organization is known for its resilience, innovation, and commitment to operational excellence. Their Warsaw hub plays a strategic role in supporting global functions and fosters a culture of collaboration, integrity, and continuous development.

As a Team Lead, you will be responsible for managing a team of Middle Office professionals and overseeing critical operational processes that support both Banking and Inter-Dealer Brokerage activities. This role offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing team, engage with senior stakeholders, and contribute to the smooth execution of complex financial operations.

Key responsibilities

• Leading and developing a team of Middle Office specialists, ensuring effective task allocation and performance management.
• Overseeing trade capture, validation, and lifecycle event management across multiple asset classes.
• Managing settlement processes, reconciliations, and exception handling.
• Collaborating with Front Office, Back Office, Risk, and Compliance to resolve operational issues and support business needs.
• Maintaining robust operational controls and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks.
• Acting as the primary contact for senior stakeholders and global teams, delivering operational updates and reporting.

Ideal candidate

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in Middle Office Operations within financial services.
• Proven leadership experience with a track record of managing teams and driving performance.
• Strong understanding of the trade lifecycle, settlement processes, and financial instruments.
• Familiarity with European regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Fluency in English is essential; Polish language skills are a plus.

This is a confidential search. If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for operational excellence and stakeholder engagement, we encourage you to apply and explore this exciting opportunity.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Accounting / Auditing

Industries

Security and Investigations, Investment Management, and Investment Banking

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