Head of Cash Desk & Safekeeping
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100%Contract type:
Permanent position-
Place of work:
Zurich
Pictet is an investment-led service company, offering wealth management, asset management and related services. We do not engage in investment banking, nor do we extend commercial loans. We are a partnership of seven owner managers and our principles of succession and transmission of ownership have remained unchanged since foundation in 1805. With more than CHF 509 billion in assets under management or custody at 31 December 2017, Pictet is today one of the leading Europe-based independent wealth and asset managers.
Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland and founded there, Pictet today employs more than 4,200 people. It has 27 offices in: Amsterdam, Barcelona, Basel, Brussels, Dubai, Frankfurt, Geneva, Hong Kong, Lausanne, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Milan, Montreal, Munich, Nassau, Osaka, Paris, Rome, Singapore, Stuttgart, Taipei, Tel Aviv, Tokyo, Turin, Verona and Zurich.
The Pictet group is one of the world's leading independent wealth and asset managers. Founded in 1805 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the Group is represented in 30 offices in financial centers worldwide, currently employing more than 5'000 people. The group is owned and managed by eight partners and stands out as a company with an entrepreneurial spirit and loyalty. Pictet has been present in Zurich since 1982 where it employs 200 people. The Zurich branch is located at the Leuenhof, one of the most historic buildings on the prestigious Bahnhofstrasse.
We are looking for an experienced Head of Cash Desk & Safekeeping to join our team in Zurich. As a key member of our motivated team, you will be working within the bank's Technology & Operations division. As the successful applicant you will bring your leadership skills and ability to work efficiently on your own to a service-oriented team, that will appreciate your motivation, high standards and networked thinking. Furthermore, your organizational skills and thoughtful approach to your work will enable you to maintain an overview, even in hectic situations. You will put your sense of responsibility, pleasant manner and outstanding client focus to good use in assisting our own staff and our clients.
The role is based on three pillars: Cash Desk & Safekeeping, General Support to Pictet Zurich's location and People leadership
Cash Desk & Safekeeping:
• Managing the branch cash desks and central fund, by performing standard cash transactions such as selling currencies, withdrawals, deposits, etc.
• Being responsible for all operational activities related to our historic and iconic vault at the Leuenhof
Additional support:
• Being responsible for handling all mail activities (incoming and outgoing) of Pictet Zurich
• Providing administrative and general support to all Pictet Zurich teams
People leadership:
• Leading a team of three professionals, carrying out recurring people review and development meetings, helping the team grow in the organisation and developing their skillset
• Guiding the team and ensure proper work allocation, providing support and information, ensure proper training and manage recruitment processes etc.
- Leadership experience
- Able to manage several tasks at once
- At least three to five years' experience in a in a similar position
- Safekeeping and cash desk experience
- Native German speaker and fluent in English is required, while French would be an advantage
- Solution oriented with a proactive mindset
- Strong team player who is also able to work independently
- Good IT skills
- Must be resident in Switzerland
Start date TBD
Pictet is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. We respect all individuals and seek their inclusion in the workplace.