ETF Transformation Lead

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The ETF Transformation Lead directs ETF operations and drives the transformation of end-to-end ETF lifecycle processes, applying deep primary-market expertise in creation/redemption, baskets, authorized participant (AP) interactions and settlement, including NSCC and DTC infrastructure. Accountable for high-volume daily operations, the lead ensures deadlines and SLAs are met, maintains strong control frameworks (supervisory controls, dual approvals), ensures compliance with procedures and audit and risk requirements, and drives root‑cause analysis and sustainable remediation.

The role partners with Technology to advance automation and scalability and reduce manual dependencies. The lead develops and motivates the team through succession planning, backup coverage and cross‑training, fosters accountability and continuous improvement, and communicates clearly with senior management, clients and counter parties.

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience
• Typically eight or more years of relevant experience

• Thorough knowledge of ETF lifecycle processes, including creation/redemption, baskets, APs and settlements, plus the related market infrastructure (NSCC, DTC).
• Understanding of applicable Federal and State laws and regulations
• Experience in ETF operations, custody, asset servicing or securities operations
• Good organizational, managerial and project management skills
• Well-developed customer relations skills
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent supervisory and management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind.

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
• Review our full benefits available by employment status here.

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

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