Derivatives Operations Technology & Change Director (Murex)

Join Mizuho as a Derivatives Operations Technology & Change Director (Murex)!

In this role you will lead the delivery and support of technology solutions for Derivatives Operations, with a primary focus on Middle Office, Confirmations and Settlements across both Business-As-Usual (BAU) and strategic initiatives. You will have senior ownership of Murex-based solutions, and act as the key interface between Derivatives Operations, Technology, and external vendors.

Key Responsibilities

Derivatives Operations & Business Engagement

• Partner with Derivatives Operations teams to understand workflows, risks, and control requirements.

• Lead requirements gathering and documentation for middle-office, confirmations and settlements processes.

• Translate operational needs into functional and technical specifications.

Murex Platform Ownership

• Provide functional ownership of the Murex platform for Derivatives Operations.

• Oversee configuration, enhancements, and vendor-led deliveries.

• Ensure alignment between Murex functionality and operational processes.

Delivery, Development & Testing

• Oversee design, development, and testing for BAU and project initiatives.

• Own testing strategy including UAT and regression testing.

• Coordinate release planning and defect resolution.

BAU & Production Support

• Provide senior oversight of production support.

• Act as escalation point for critical operational incidents.

• Drive root cause analysis and permanent fixes.

Prioritization & Governance

• Manage prioritization across BAU and project workstreams.

• Provide governance, reporting, and senior management updates.

Leadership

• Lead and mentor analysts, developers, and testers.

• Represent Derivatives Operations technology initiatives in senior forums.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Derivatives Operations (Middle Office, Confirmations & Settlements).

• Deep experience with the Murex platform.

• Proven delivery of BAU and project change in parallel.

• Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills.

The expected base salary ranges from $160k-$200k. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

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Other requirements

Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.   

Company Overview

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill​, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.​​

Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.

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