• Job Description

  Req#: R0383555

  Job Description:

  Details of the Division and Team:

  Trust & Agency Services – Corporate Trust is a market-leading provider of trustee and agency services to the capital markets, with a focus on conventional and structured debt, project finance and specialized services such as business escrows and document custody. Our offerings also include exchange and restructuring services and loan agency, and in APAC only REIT Administration. With over 100 years of experience and corporate trust offices providing our services around the world, we remain committed to innovation and continual investment in technology and resources. These services are offered for financial institutions, global corporations and investment managers and are available throughout APAC.

  What we will offer you:

  A healthy, engaged and well-supported workforce is better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That’s why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its center.

  You can expect:

  • Competitive salary with superannuation paid over and above fixed pay

  • 4 weeks annual leave, plus one week additional leave*, one week wellbeing leave* and the option to purchase leave (*subject to eligibility criteria)

  • Salary packaging for car parking, motor vehicles, taxis and superannuation

  • Parental leave benefits including 26 weeks paid leave for primary carer and 16 weeks paid leave for non-primary carer and Childcare Assistance Payment

  • A range of benefits including online employee discount program, annual flu vaccinations, discounted private health insurance, employee referral program

  • Insurance cover for life, total disablement and salary continuance

  • Executive health checks for Directors and Managing Directors

  • Matched giving and paid volunteer leave

  Responsibilities:

  • Act as the Australian-based Corporate Trust product lead to manage a portfolio of agency & trustee mandates including (but not limited to) the following products: 1) Syndicated Loans, Project Finance, 2) Escrow, Account Bank and Specialized Agency engagements

  • Support APAC and ASEAN based sales-business developments colleagues on all new deal origination efforts to grow the locally contracted Corporate Trust portfolio.

  • Develop and cultivate strong relationships with external (non-Deutsche Bank) clients, law firms, Private Credit & Equity firms and investment bankers who can provide a continual flow of new clients or opportunities for the Bank

  • Formulate and implement procedures and policies for the growth and management of the Australian portfolio of the Corporate Trust business which meet with the bank’s standard on control, risk management, operational efficiency and service quality.

  • Active participation in the origination, deal structuring (incl. document review) and execution of all Australian Corporate Trust mandates in accordance with agreed procedures and policies together with internal or external legal counsel. The successful candidate is expected to have strong knowledge on structure, administrative mechanics and operational aspects of the role of agents and trustees in the aforementioned products within the Australian market .

  • Ensure accurate transaction booking on all internal systems from initial transaction setup and ongoing administration. Perform the ‘4 eye’ validation on the transactions principally managed by other support teams (middle office – extended desk and infrastructure) as required including outgoing reports, notices, payment instructions etc in relation to the assigned transactions. Ensure the adherence of internal control procedures in the ongoing administration of such transactions.

  • Manage all ongoing portfolio management responsibilities linked to assigned transactions, including but not limited to placement of investments, review and preparation of reports, interest and collateral calculation, monitoring of quantitative and qualitative covenants, and maintenance of deal administration files.

  • Act as key local liaison point for Australian-based issuers/borrowers and noteholders/lenders, with primary ownership of all to deal with waivers, consent solicitations and restructurings/default management with documentation amendments as required.

  • Work with internal business partners both locally, regionally and globally on projects (incl. but not limited to technology, structure, processes) and new product developments which will have an impact on the local and regional Corporate Trust business.

  • Where required, to assist with the preparation and validation of management / MIS reports and handling of control / compliance matters in accordance with Bank's and regulatory requirements, whether impact is local or regional.

  • To act as product SME, providing local Australian support and guidance to regional colleagues as we as “extension of desk” and infrastructure functions supporting the front-office team in managing the portfolio of transactions.

  • Active engagement in local industry forums and events

  Skills and Experience:

  • University degree in a Finance related discipline.

  • Minimum 10+ years experience in Banking and Finance (previous exposure to trust/agency, capital markets and/or structured financing products would be highly beneficial).

  • Strong preference for candidates with past experience with exposure to trust & agency roles covering capital markets and/or loan markets (syndicated lending and/or project finance) & structured financings (and a good understanding of industry/local market standards) would be highly welcomed.

  • Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem solving, decision making skills with a good eye for detail and a team player.

  You will also be:

  • Highly organized, efficient, and able to work without always being directed (self-starter).

  • Able to effectively organize and prioritize workflow while managing the expectations of stakeholders.

  • Able to explain complex issues in a simple way

  • The candidate will need to be able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment, and to be able to handle frequently changing business priorities.

  • Excellent communication skills (able to work with all levels within the organization).

  • Experienced in working with global, multi-region initiatives, projects and teams

  How we’ll support you:

  • Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities

  • Coaching and support from experts in your team

  • A culture of continuous learning to aid progression

  • A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs

  • Training and development to help you excel in your career

  About us and our teams:

  Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. click here to see what we do.

  Deutsche Bank & Diversity

  We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.

  Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.

  We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.

  If you are a trans or gender diverse applicant and require support or a confidential contact during the hiring process please email dbPride.AusNZ@db.com

• About the company

  The bank's network spans 58 countries with a large presence in Europe, the Americas and Asia.

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