Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to join Standard Chartered as an MD, Fund Finance. This pivotal leadership role, based in our New York office, offers an excellent opportunity to steer and expand our fund finance operations, ensuring alignment with global standards while responding to regional market dynamics. As a people leader, you will inspire a diverse team and collaborate across multiple functions to drive operational excellence and strategic growth.

The successful candidate will bring a deep understanding of fund finance structures and services, coupled with proven leadership and stakeholder management capabilities. You will be responsible for promoting best practices, upholding compliance, and fostering innovation within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the implementation of fund finance strategies that support the bank's business objectives and enhance client service offerings.
• Manage relationships with key clients, investors, and internal stakeholders to ensure solutions are tailored, compliant, and competitive.
• Oversee risk management practices related to fund finance products, ensuring adherence to regulatory and internal policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including legal, compliance, risk, and product development to deliver integrated financial solutions.
• Monitor market trends and regulatory changes impacting fund finance, adjusting strategies proactively to maintain the bank's market leadership.
• Lead initiatives to optimize operational efficiency, leveraging technology and process enhancements to scale capabilities.
• Represent Standard Chartered in industry forums and support business development efforts to expand the bank's footprint in the Americas fund finance market.

Competencies and Skills

As part of Standard Chartered’s commitment to excellence and inclusivity, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Action Oriented: Proactively takes initiative and demonstrates a bias for action to meet business needs.
• Collaborates: Works effectively with others, across boundaries, to achieve shared goals.
• Customer Focus: Understands and aligns with client priorities and delivers best-in-class service.
• Gives Clarity & Guidance: Provides clear direction and supports team members to succeed.
• Manages Ambiguity: Navigates complex situations and maintains focus in uncertain environments.
• Develops Talent: Encourages growth and development in self and others.
• Drives Vision & Purpose: Articulates a compelling vision and inspires commitment.
• Nimble Learning: Quickly adapts learning to new challenges and opportunities.
• Decision Quality: Makes informed decisions confidently, weighing risks and benefits effectively.
• Courage: Demonstrates integrity and stands up for ethical conduct.
• Instills Trust: Builds credibility through consistent actions and transparent communication.
• Strategic Mindset: Sees the big picture and aligns initiatives with long-term objectives.
• Technical Competencies: Comprehensive knowledge of fund finance products, market structures, regulatory frameworks, and financial instruments relevant to the role.

Core Duties and Accountabilities

The role holder will be responsible for ensuring operational excellence, mitigating risks, and enhancing client satisfaction through effective leadership and strategic direction. The role involves:

• Developing and implementing fund finance strategies tailored to the Americas region's market and regulatory environment.
• Ensuring the delivery of high-quality fund finance services, including structuring, pricing, and documentation excellence.
• Partnering with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to all relevant regulations and policies.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiencies while maintaining risk controls.
• Providing thought leadership in fund finance trends, innovation, and market developments within the region.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with the bank’s strategic objectives.

Leadership and Collaboration

In your capacity as a people leader, you will:

• Foster an inclusive and dynamic team environment where diverse perspectives are valued and contribute to innovative solutions.
• Provide clear and consistent communication, ensuring that team members understand priorities and expectations.
• Champion professional development by identifying growth opportunities and supporting continuous learning.
• Model the bank’s values and leadership behaviours, promoting integrity, respect, and collaboration at all levels.
• Encourage open dialogue and feedback to create a culture of accountability and trust within the team and across the organisation.

Qualifications

Qualifications

To excel in this role, candidates should ideally possess:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field; a Master’s degree or professional qualifications such as CFA, CPA, or similar are advantageous.
• Extensive experience (typically over 10 years) in fund finance or related financial services, with a proven track record of managing and developing teams.
• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills, with a thorough understanding of fund structures, capital markets, and financing instruments.
• Demonstrated success in navigating complex regulatory environments within the Americas region.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to lead strategic initiatives and adapt to evolving market conditions.
• Experience in risk management and compliance relevant to fund finance products.
• A commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the workplace.

About Standard Chartered

About Standard Chartered

Standard Chartered is a leading international bank with a rich heritage spanning over 170 years. We are nimble and agile, equipped to innovate and influence significant change, yet sufficiently large to make a lasting impact across global markets. Our purpose is to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity. We live by our brand promise to be here for good, achieved by embodying our valued behaviours every day in our work.

At Standard Chartered, we celebrate the unique talents each colleague brings and are committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels respected, empowered, and able to realise their full potential. We challenge the status quo, embrace learning, and continuously strive to improve, making us a compelling place for ambitious professionals seeking meaningful careers with a global footprint.

For more information on our commitments and opportunities, visit www.sc.com/careers.

What we offer

What We Offer

We are dedicated to ensuring our employees enjoy a rewarding and supportive work environment. In line with our Fair Pay Charter, we provide competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits designed to support your mental, physical, financial, and social wellbeing:

• Robust retirement planning: Core bank funding for retirement savings alongside a best-in-class 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical, dental, life insurance, and employer-funded health savings accounts, with a range of flexible and voluntary benefits available.
• Generous leave policies: Annual leave, parental maternity leave of up to 20 weeks, sabbaticals up to 12 months, and volunteering leave to support work-life balance.
• Flexible working arrangements: Options enabling work-from-home and hybrid models that accommodate diverse working styles and life commitments.
• Focus on wellbeing: Access to Unmind, a digital platform for mental health, resilience-building courses, global Employee Assistance Programmes, and workplace mental health first-aiders.
• Continuous learning and development: Opportunities to reskill and upskill through physical, virtual, and digital learning platforms fostering professional growth.
• Diversity and inclusion: Being part of an organisation that values and celebrates unique diversity, fostering a culture of respect and inclusion where everyone can thrive.