Assistant Vice President, Collateral Management in London

Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count? Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups. Across the globe, we’re 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.

With a vision to be the world’s most trusted financial group, it’s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.

This is a unique opportunity to become part of a renowned organisation that values collaboration, inclusivity, and professional growth. As part of MUFG Securities EMEA plc, you will be immersed in an environment where teamwork and communal success are at the heart of every operation. The role offers exposure across multiple asset classes and products, including OTC derivatives, Repo, and Securities Borrow Lending, providing you with the chance to expand your knowledge and develop your skills within a supportive network.

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring operational excellence and regulatory compliance while working closely with internal and external stakeholders. MUFG is committed to nurturing talent, offering training opportunities, and promoting flexible working arrangements to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

What you'll do:

• Process daily margin exposure across all asset classes including OTC non-cleared and cleared products, Repo, and Securities Borrow Lending by calling counterparts where MUFG is exposed and meeting counterpart calls on MUFG in line with valuations.
• Ensure all margin bookings are accurately reflected in core systems for agreed settlement, approving transfers in a timely manner to maintain operational integrity.
• Resolve cash and non-cash fails promptly to ensure smooth transaction flows and minimise disruptions within the collateral management process.
• Utilise Cheapest to Deliver collateral strategies in conjunction with Front Office requirements to optimise collateral usage based on eligibility criteria.
• Manage collateral disputes and reconciliation for both Variation Margin (VM) and Initial Margin (IM) agreements, maintaining clear communication with senior management and risk teams.
• Oversee regulatory reporting, controls reporting, and relationship management with internal stakeholders such as Vendors, Front Office, Credit Risk, Product Control, Operations Teams as well as external partners.
• Support SOX compliance and Key Control Testing activities alongside Internal and External Audits to uphold rigorous standards of operational control.
• Perform balance substantiation reconciliation using analytical tools to ensure accuracy in financial records and reporting processes.
• Maintain up-to-date process procedures by identifying improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce manual touch points within the workflow.
• Promote an inclusive culture by providing guidance to team members, supporting vendor interactions, sharing regular feedback, conducting formal performance reviews, and fostering positive ways of working.

What you bring:

• A solid understanding of legal documentation including ISDA CSA, GMRA, GMSLA agreements is essential for navigating complex collateral management scenarios.
• Comprehensive knowledge of trade processing life cycles across derivative swap products including trade capture/allocation, confirmations, exception clearance, and connectivity issue resolution with technology teams.
• Sound familiarity with current regulatory frameworks such as Uncleared Margin Rules is required for ensuring compliance throughout operations.
• Working experience with REPO and OTC Derivatives products enables you to unravel intricate trading impacts on margin call processes effectively.
• Strong grasp of derivative trade level valuations empowers you to confidently compare counterparties’ present values (PVs) and challenge discrepancies when necessary.
• Previous use of TriResolve reconciliation platform and Acadiasoft enhances your ability to manage disputes efficiently within collateral workflows.
• Understanding key collateral optimisation initiatives such as Cheapest to Deliver strategies supports cost-effective outflow management based on eligibility criteria.
• Experience handling large data sets coupled with proficiency in data visualisation tools allows you to analyse trends for improved decision-making.
• Knowledge of CCPs (Central Counterparties), clearing arrangements, and supporting margin processes for Clearing Houses strengthens your operational capabilities.
• Solid understanding of Repo/Securities Borrowing & Lending workflows from front-to-back booking ensures comprehensive coverage across product lines.

What sets this company apart:

MUFG stands out as one of the most respected financial institutions globally thanks to its unwavering commitment to collaboration, inclusivity, and employee development. With over 140,000 employees worldwide operating from more than 1,100 offices across 40 countries—including a vibrant hub in London—you’ll be joining an organisation that values communal achievement above individual gain. MUFG’s vision is rooted in shared corporate values which guide behaviour at every level; this creates an environment where teamwork flourishes alongside personal growth opportunities. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements tailored around their needs plus generous training support designed for continuous professional advancement. MUFG actively promotes diversity/inclusion by recruiting individuals who share its vision/motivation/commitment; it strives not only for maximum client satisfaction but also for robust operational frameworks that empower staff success. Working here means being part of a knowledgeable network where supportive leadership encourages open communication/sharing ideas/fostering positive ways of working—all underpinned by strong ethical standards/regulatory compliance/business sustainability.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career within a globally renowned financial institution that champions collaboration and professional growth, this is your moment! Apply today by clicking on the link provided—join MUFG’s London team.

This advert will close 4th October 2026. We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements. MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership. We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.