Asset Servicing Associate Director

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.

Enterprise Services comprises of multiple business platforms including Client Services, Asset Servicing Operations and Custody Clearance & Settlement Operations, Business Architecture, Data Strategy and Analytics, and Digital Services, which report into the Chief of Enterprise Services. These grouped platforms enable the business to optimize delivery for clients, generate efficiencies and resilience, and enable consistency in the business digitization strategy, processes and end-to-end best practices.

Pay and Benefits

Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive

Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location

Pension / Retirement benefits

Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

Asset Servicing Associate Director

As an Asset Servicing Associate Director within DTCC's Asset Servicing Operations organization, you will support the operational activities that enable securities to become eligible for DTCC services and receive ongoing servicing throughout the security lifecycle. The Asset Servicing Associate Director role is responsible for supporting the processing of DTC-eligible securities and the corporate action events associated with those securities, helping to facilitate the efficient movement of information, cash, and securities across the marketplace.

The Asset Servicing role supports specialized operational functions across Underwriting and Corporate Actions. Underwriting serves as the entry point for securities to become eligible for DTCC services, while Corporate Actions supports the servicing of income, distribution, and reorganization events throughout the lifecycle of those securities. Depending on the functional area, responsibilities may include supporting security eligibility activities, Principal & Income processing, Stock Dividends, International Dividend Services, Mandatory Reorganizations, Voluntary Reorganizations, and other asset servicing functions.

As a leader within Asset Servicing Operations, the Associate Director is responsible for driving operational performance, risk management, service delivery, and talent development. This role partners closely with internal and external stakeholders to support the successful execution of operational priorities, business initiatives, and organizational objectives.

Your Primary Responsibilities

Manage the day-to-day execution of operational activities across underwriting, corporate actions, and other asset servicing functions.

Lead and develop a team of professionals by establishing clear expectations, providing coaching, delivering constructive feedback, and supporting career development.

Monitor team performance against established service commitments, quality standards, operational controls, and departmental objectives.

Ensure operational activities are completed in accordance with documented procedures, risk management practices, and control requirements.

Support the timely resolution of complex operational issues, exceptions, and escalations while ensuring appropriate stakeholder communication.

Review operational trends, workflow volumes, exception activity, and performance results to identify risks and improvement opportunities.

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Partner with internal and external stakeholders to support issue resolution, service delivery, and execution of business priorities.

Participate in projects, testing activities, system enhancements, procedural changes, and process improvement initiatives impacting the department.

Support the implementation of risk mitigation activities, control enhancements, audit actions, and compliance requirements.

Utilize operational metrics and data to monitor performance, identify trends, and support informed decision-making.

Promote employee engagement and support an inclusive environment where employees are developed, recognized, and empowered to succeed.

NOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above.

Qualifications

Minimum 8 years of experience in Asset Servicing, Corporate Actions, Securities Operations, Custody and Clearing Operations, Capital Markets Operations, Financial Services Operations, or a related field.

Minimum 1-3 years of people leadership, supervisory, team lead, or coaching experience.

Demonstrated experience managing operational processes, risk controls, service-level commitments, and operational quality.

Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience.

Talents Needed for Success

Build trusted relationships and collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholder groups.

Communicate clearly, confidently, and professionally with employees, peers, leadership, and business partners.

Foster a culture in which accountability, honesty, and transparency are expected.

Support employee growth through coaching, feedback, development, and recognition.

Demonstrate sound judgment and balanced decision-making when addressing operational issues and business challenges.

Promote an inclusive environment where individuals are respected, valued, and empowered to contribute.

Encourage adaptability and help team members successfully navigate change.

Use data and operational insights to identify opportunities for improvement and support informed decision-making.

Demonstrate data fluency and the practical use of AI-enabled productivity tools to synthesize information, generate insights, and improve execution quality.

Drive a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and risk awareness.

Maintain resilience, professionalism, and composure in a dynamic operational environment.

Proactively seek feedback and continuously develop leadership effectiveness.

The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.