Assistant Vice President, Issuer Services

Responsibilities

• Administer and safeguard Global Bonds as Common Depository, ensuring timely processing of interest letters and payments while maintaining meticulous records.
• Oversee the new issue closing process by coordinating with external parties such as issuers, lead managers, lawyers, and ICSDs to ensure accurate completion.
• Produce periodical reporting within agreed timelines, demonstrating your commitment to dependability and attention to detail.
• Maintain vault operations efficiently, ensuring all assets are securely managed according to regulatory standards.
• Compile evidence for the SI team when requested, supporting compliance requirements with thorough documentation.
• Assist with new issue programme and transaction management for Euro Bond issues where MUFG acts as Agent, collaborating with various stakeholders throughout signing and closing stages.
• Ensure safe settlement of funds as Principal Paying Agent by monitoring payment processes and releasing payments accurately.
• Calculate interest rates for FRN bonds as Calculation Agent, applying your numerical skills to guarantee precise outcomes.
• Liaise with Euroclear and external dealers as Issuing Agent to set up ISINs for new bonds, facilitating smooth onboarding of securities into the market.
• Manage taxation submissions as Taxation Agent by ensuring correct amounts are submitted on behalf of issuers to relevant tax authorities.
• Instruct conversions and exchanges as Conversion Agent by communicating effectively with local CSDs for seamless execution.
• Administer MUFG Programme management and SPV Issuance programmes daily, handling calculation agent duties, corporate action events, and safe settlement of funds for external stakeholders.
• Strictly adhere to CASS procedures by documenting all related processes comprehensively and keeping them up-to-date.
• Supervise team members by joining 1-2-1 meetings with the line manager, coordinating query management, overseeing diary management (TMS), checking payments, and releasing funds.

• Experience in an issuer services or bond agency role within financial markets is preferred; your proven track record demonstrates reliability in handling complex transactions.
• Experience analysing and interpreting diverse data sets accurately under time constraints showcases your dependability and attention to detail.
• Strong MS Excel skills including proficiency with Vlookup functions, Pivot Tables, and Graphs; these technical abilities support efficient reporting and analysis.
• Computer literacy across the Microsoft Office suite (including Outlook) enables you to communicate effectively within the team network.
• Presentation skills allow you to share information clearly during internal meetings or external stakeholder interactions.
• Japanese language proficiency is highly desirable given frequent collaboration with Tokyo-based colleagues; this skill enhances interpersonal connections across borders.
• Degree or equivalent qualification is preferred; academic background supports your understanding of industry best practices.
• Excellent communication skills foster trust among colleagues and stakeholders alike; your empathetic approach ensures everyone feels included.
• A results-driven mindset paired with accountability means you consistently deliver high-quality work while nurturing relationships within the team.
• A proactive approach helps you prioritise tasks efficiently; your structured methodology ensures nothing falls through the cracks.
• Creative thinking allows you to find gentle solutions when challenges arise; your innovative ideas contribute positively without dominating discussions.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills make you approachable; your sensitivity towards others' perspectives strengthens communal ties within MUFG.