Senior Database Administrator

Oman Investment Bank is creating a new benchmark for investment banking in the region. Backed by the Government of Oman and guided by internationally experienced professionals, we are building a leading corporate investment bank that connects local opportunity with global markets. As part of our growth journey, we are seeking talented and ambitious individuals who are driven by excellence, innovation and impact. Joining Oman Investment Bank means becoming part of a purpose-led organisation that is helping to deliver the objectives of Oman Vision 2040 while offering exceptional opportunities for professional development, international exposure and long-term career growth.

ResponsibilitiesThe Market Operations Department is responsible for managing the Post Trade lifecycle events of Capital Markets Trading products including securities, foreign exchange and derivatives, including the risk management and client service inherent to those processes.

As a Market Operations Assistant Specialist in OIB Operations, you will be critical in transaction processes. Your focus will be on ensuring accurate and timely execution of settlement transactions while adhering to regulations and compliance standards. You will collaborate with various teams to facilitate seamless transaction operations and contribute to the efficiency of processes in OIB.

The key responsibilities or the role include:

• Transaction Execution: Process the end-to-end execution of capital market trade lifecycle, including verification, authorization, and settlement, to support investment banking activities.
• Compliance: Supporting the line manager to Ensure that all capital market transaction processes align with relevant regulations, such as anti-money laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), and other compliance standards.

• Risk Management: assisting line manager in Identify and assess potential risks associated with transaction operations and implement measures to mitigate these risks effectively.

• Quality Control: Perform thorough checks on capital market instructions and documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

• Problem Resolution: Investigate and resolve capital market transactions related discrepancies, errors, and exceptions, collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders when necessary.
• Process Enhancement: Continuously evaluate capital market trade lifecycle workflows, identify areas for improvement, and propose solutions to optimize efficiency and reduce operational risks.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the relevant departments to facilitate smooth transaction processes that align with the needs of various settlements.
• Reporting: Generate regular Regulatory report and other reports on capital market activities, highlighting key performance metrics, exception cases, and operational insights for the Head of Market Operations to review.
• Adaptation: Stay up to date with industry trends, new settlement technologies, system developments / upgrades and regulatory changes affecting investment banking operations

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience: 0 to 1 year of experience in banking operations with a focus on capital market post trade lifecycle processing and related functions.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities to identify discrepancies, assess risks, and propose practical solutions.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with internal teams and external partners.
• Problem solving. Proven Track Record in solving Capital Market Trade related issues.
• Adaptability: Adapting to evolving technologies, processes, and industry trends in the investment banking sector.
• Experience in working on change projects across Vendor systems in the Market Operations domain.
• Software Proficiency: Proficient in using relevant software tools and systems for trade and settlement processing.

• Performance Bonus
• Training & Development
• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• In addition, expatriate employees will receive a relocation allowance and annual return flights for themselves and their eligible dependants