Michael Page Switzerland
Genève
Head of Securities Operations - Private Banking
- 03 August 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Genève
About the job
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced banking operations leader with strong people management skills, a passion for operational excellence, and a proven ability to drive transformation and change in a complex environment.
Head of Securities Operations - Private Banking
Our client, a leading international private bank based in Geneva, is looking for a dynamic Head of Securities Operations to lead a key operational department and contribute to the continuous evolution of its operating model.
Description
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of operations professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure the efficient execution of day-to-day activities within the department while maintaining high standards of quality, control, and client service.
- Drive operational excellence initiatives by reviewing workflows, identifying efficiencies, and implementing process enhancements.
- Lead and support cross-functional projects, change initiatives, and transformation programs impacting the Operations division.
- Monitor operational performance through KPIs and management reporting, ensuring objectives are met and risks are appropriately managed.
- Strengthen the control framework and ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- Act as a key partner to internal stakeholders across Front Office, Compliance, Risk, IT, and other Operations teams.
- Contribute to strategic discussions regarding operating model evolution, automation opportunities, and service enhancements.
- Manage operational risks proactively and ensure timely escalation and resolution of issues.
- Promote employee engagement, talent development, and succession planning within the team.
Profile
Your Profile
- Significant experience leading operational teams within a banking or financial services environment.
- Proven track record in people management, team development, and leadership of managers or senior specialists.
- Strong understanding of banking operations, with exposure to securities, custody, asset servicing, funds, or related operational activities considered a plus.
- Demonstrated experience driving process improvement, operational efficiency, and change management initiatives.
- Experience leading or contributing to cross-functional projects and business transformation programs.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple functions.
- Results-oriented mindset with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Sound understanding of operational risk, controls, and governance principles.
- Fluency in French and English is required.
- Swiss residency is mandatory.
Job Offer
- Leadership role with significant people management responsibility.
- Opportunity to drive operational transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Exposure to a broad range of stakeholders across the bank.
- Strategic position combining operational oversight, project involvement, and team development.
