Custody Technology

AVP/VP - Custody Systems & Technology

90-100k plus discretionary bonus | London | Hybrid (4 days office/ 1WFH after probation)

A newly-created VP role in a major international banking group.

The brief is simple: take ownership of the systems that power custody and clearing ensuring stability, compliance, and continuous improvement across a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.

This sits within the Custody Business function where operations, IT, and market infrastructure intersect. You'll be the link between business users, IT stakeholders, and clearing houses. When something changes or fails, you'll know where to look, who to call, and how to fix it.

What you'll do:

Liaise with global and local IT on custody system upgrades and incidents

Coordinate with external clearing counterparties

Maintain custody system parameters and documentation

Support system testing, UAT, and business continuity planning

Train internal users and support daily issue resolution

What you'll bring

Background in commercial banking or custody services

Confident using SQL and database systems

Understanding of SWIFT connectivity and message flows

Experience maintaining CSD/ICSD or custody-related systems

Degree in Computer Science, IT, or related discipline

Mandarin helpful but not essential

Why this role matters

It's not a backfill - it's a new strategic position in a growing custody function. You'll help define how the bank's custody technology evolves and interacts with global market infrastructure.

Package: £90-100k base + discretionary bonusPattern: 5 days office during onboarding, then 4 days office + 1 WFHEligibility: Must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship). BNO Visas are acceptable

If you're fluent in custody operations but strong enough technically to translate between Ops and IT, I would like to chat.

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