FX Workflow & Custody Integration (2 month assignment)

This is a time‑bound, delivery‑focused role to define, document, and drive execution of end‑to‑end FX workflows, with a strong focus on Custody operating models, systems, and controls. The role is critical to unblocking decisions, aligning stakeholders, and delivering a clear, executable target state within a compressed timeframe. Key Responsibilities 1. FX & Custody Workflow Definition (Primary Accountability) • Rapidly assess and define end‑to‑end FX trade workflows, with specific focus on custody‑related processes (pre‑trade, execution, confirmation, settlement, funding, and post‑trade). • Document current‑state vs target‑state workflows across FX, Fixed Income, and Equities interfaces where relevant. • Identify gaps, dependencies, and control considerations across custody platforms, booking models, and downstream systems. • Produce clear, decision‑ready artefacts (workflow maps, issue logs, dependency trackers) within tight timelines. 2. Hands‑on Project Execution & Delivery • Drive the project to completion within a defined 2‑month window, maintaining momentum and clear milestones. • Partner closely with Technology, Operations, Risk, and Custody teams to resolve open items and land agreed outcomes. • Act as a single point of coordination, ensuring issues are surfaced, decisions are made, and actions are tracked through to closure. • Focus on practical, implementable outcomes rather than conceptual design. 3. Stakeholder Alignment& Governance • Lead working‑level and senior discussions to align on workflow decisions, ownership, and sequencing. • Represent the business in decision forums, ensuring priorities remain anchored to delivery timelines. • Facilitate structured engagement with second line, operations, onboarding, and custody stakeholders to ensure alignment with risk and control expectations. Key Deliverables • Approved target‑state FX & custody workflow with clear ownership. • Documented system touchpoints, handoffs, and control checkpoints. • Agreed execution plan covering next steps, dependencies, and owners. • Clear escalation log with resolved vs residual issues. Required Experience & Skills • Strong working knowledge of Custody workflows and systems, specifically as they relate to FX trade lifecycle. • Deep understanding of front‑to‑back FX processing, including booking models, settlement, funding, and post‑trade flows. • Proven ability to drive short‑duration, high‑intensity projects with minimal ramp‑up time. • Comfortable working across Front Office, Operations, Technology, Risk, and Custody teams. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to translate complexity into clear, action‑oriented outcomes. • Experience operating in fast‑moving, senior‑stakeholder environments with tight deadlines.