Associate - Regional Markets Onboarding

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We are seeking a Global Markets Onboarding Specialist to join us. This role will focus on providing seamless onboarding support for corporate clients engaging in global markets products across the APAC region. The successful candidate will act as the central coordinator for markets onboarding cases across APAC locations to ensure faster onboarding, efficient compliance and product enablement.

• Client Onboarding & End-to-end facilitation
• Tracks, follows up, and drives completion based on the onboarding pipeline with the respective APAC locations
• Coordinate with front office, KYC and operations to deliver timely onboarding.
• Timely identification and escalation of delays and issues during onboarding.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the client for multi country onboarding, ensuring smooth onboarding experience.
• Drive process optimization and standardization opportunities for Global markets product onboarding focused on reduction in Turnaround Time and first time right (including automation and digitization initiatives).
• Provide guidance on regulatory framework such as Dodd Frank Act, EMIR (European Market Infrastructure Regulation), and JSA (Japanese Securities Act) as part of markets onboarding requirement.
• Work closely with Global Markets compliance team to ensure adherence to all the regulatory requirements (Eg: US Persons Onboarding)
• Track onboarding progress, maintain accurate records and provide status updates to stakeholders.

• Experience & Knowledge
• Minimum 5 years of experience in client onboarding, regulatory onboarding, middle office, or operations within Financial Markets or Institutional Banking, with at least 2 years in handling Global Markets products.
• Direct experience and knowledge of Global Markets business in any of the following areas preferably in Middle office operations and risk.
• Product knowledge of Bonds, Equities, FX and derivatives is preferred
• Good knowledge of KYC/AML regulations and corporate client onboarding process specifically onboarding Global Markets products and Funds clients
• Clear understanding of regulatory frameworks including Dodd Frank Act, EMIR (European Market Infrastructure Regulation), and JSA (Japanese Securities Act) as part of markets onboarding requirement.
• Experience coordinating with Front Office, KYC and Operations teams (both onshore and offshore).
• Skills & Competencies
• Client-centric mindset with a focus on delivering exceptional service.
• Lead and ability to manage multiple complex onboarding requirements and documentation under tight timelines.
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to explain regulatory requirements clearly.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and risk awareness
• Proactive problem solver with strong organization skills.
• Team player who can collaborate across departments and regions

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.