NYP Diploma in Banking, Financial Services & Fund Management

21/11/2023

🎉 Calling all NYP Banking and Finance, and Fund Management and Administration alumni! 🎓✨

You're invited to a special reunion just for you! Join us for an exclusive gathering where memories will be revived, old connections strengthened, and new friendships forged. 🤝🌟

What's in store? Engaging discussions on the future of sustainable finance and the latest breakthroughs in generative AI - topics that are shaping our world today! 🌍💡

And here's the cherry on top - delicious food will be on the house! 🍕🥤

Come join us for a complimentary session filled with nostalgia, learning, and of course, fantastic food!

Save the date and let's create more unforgettable moments together! 🗓️✨

𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭: Rekindling Bonds: Banking and Finance Alumni Reunion
𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: 1 December 2023 (Friday)
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 6.30-8.30pm
𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐑𝐋: https://lnkd.in/gMQDRkyK

Register by Nov 24, 2023 (Friday)

07/11/2023

The NYP Alumni Family Day will be held on Sat, 18 Nov 2023 from 11am to 3pm. The event comprises of a centralised carnival at the Atrium & Auditorium Function Room and decentralised activities at School level :) Come back for and relive the fun times!

20/10/2023

Hi Alumni,

Job vacancy at TD Bank! Send your application and resume in directly to: [email protected]

Entry Level Operations Analyst, Payments & Correspondent Banking Services (1-year contract)

TD Bank Group:
Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with ~95,000 employees around the world, the Toronto-Dominion Bank and its subsidiaries are collectively known as TD Bank Group (TD). TD offers a full range of financial products and services to over 27.5 million customers worldwide through four key business lines:
• Canadian Personal and Commercial Banking including TD Canada Trust, Business Banking, and MBNA
• U.S. Retail including TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank, TD Auto Finance (U.S.), TD Wealth (U.S.) and TD’s investment in Schwab
• Wealth Management & Insurance including TD Wealth (Canada), TD Direct Investing, and TD Insurance
• Wholesale Banking including TD Securities and TD Cowen
TD had CDN$1.9 trillion in assets on July 31, 2023. TD also ranks among the world’s leading online financial services firms, with more than 16 million active online and mobile customers. The Toronto-Dominion Bank trades on the Toronto and New York stock exchanges under the symbol "TD".

Department Overview:
Payments & Correspondent Banking Services (PCBS) is a rapidly evolving and dynamic place to work for highly motivated professionals looking to make an impact. We are looking for individuals who will help us shape the Future of Payments and continue to build TD's presence and influence within the industry as a whole. We balance over $5 Trillion worth of payments daily and process approximately 6 million transactions annually. The Operations team is a fast-paced multifaceted team operating 22 hours a day, 5 days a week providing outstanding service to the Bank's Internal Partners as well as other Global Financial Institutions

In Singapore, there are 3 components in PCBS:

Wire Payment Operations (CLS - Continuous Link Settlement) is responsible for the monitoring of TD SWIFT Gateway for not only Canada, but all TD Offices outside of Canada. TD acts as a Third Party Clearer for Canadian (CAD) dollar Continuous Link Settlement (CLS) trades daily with 20 Partner Banks. This team will liaise daily with each global partner bank while providing world class customer service representing TD. In addition, this team is also responsible for the review of all wire payments for Retail, Commercial, Wealth, Corporate and wholesale clients.

Payment Investigation & Helpdesk will partner with Correspondent Banking Clients as well as internal lines of businesses including Global Transaction Banking (GTB), Business Bank, Retail Bank, Wealth, Fraud, Sanctions, Global Anti-Money Laundering, and TRIMIS to ensure customer's money reaches its final destination or help retrieve funds if customer falls victim to fraud. The team is also responsible for collaborating with business partners and providing subject matter expertise for important projects such as the SWIFT Global Payment Initiative (GPI), implementation of Wire Payment Automated Fraud Detection application and the migration of retail branch Wire Payments to the Money-In Service Advisory (MISA) team.

Message Filter Group is responsible of screening of SWIFT messages (both incoming and outgoing) against sanctions regulatory list and internal monitoring list. The team will conduct investigation on all messages blocked by filter.

Key responsibilities:
• Monitoring of SWIFT messages held by Sanction Screening platform and follow up with Sanction Screening Governance team to release the SWIFT messages timely
• Provide first point of contact support for email and/or SWIFT and ensure all queries from both internal and external clients are responded in a timely and professional manner
• Support SWIFT Gateway operations and CLS / payments processing
• Review the format of payments which do not qualify for straight through processing and provide recommendations on correct formatting to conform with SWIFT Standards as the end goal of increasing the rate of STP
• Partner with others in the organization to advise on and support wire payments operations and the end-to-end completion of wires with 100% accuracy
• Investigate payments messages that have issues within the payment process and ensure all investigation are monitored, follow up and resolved
• Process and perform verification for investigation cases with high accuracy and with minimal supervision
• Support the timely and accurate completion of business processes and procedures according to Service Level Agreement (SLA) requirements.
• Report / escalate risk issues identified or process gaps
• Assist in UAT, BCP testing and other ad-hoc projects

Job Requirements
We are looking for fresh polytechnic graduates in any discipline who are keen to embark on a career in banking and finance and have the following attributes:
• Meticulous and detail-oriented
• Customer-centric
• Good time management and ability to prioritize effectively
• Highly driven and able to work under pressure in a time sensitive environment
• Innovative and constantly looking to improve processes

Note these are the working hours:
• Working hours: 11am – 7.30pm / 12pm – 8.30pm
• Flexibility to work during public holidays (details to be discussed during interviews)

Inclusiveness:
At TD, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve and creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.

04/09/2023

Job Opening: Middle Office Analyst at Santa Lucia Asset Management

PROFILE OF SANTA LUCIA ASSET MANAGEMENT (SLAM)
We are a c. $1bn AUM pan-Asian boutique investment firm headquartered in Singapore (CMS License) with affiliate offices in Jakarta, Taipei and London. We serve institutions, family offices, and high net worths. SLAM follows a philosophy of constructive engagement and deep management contact, responsible investing and we are grounded in a value orientation fit for the 21st century. Signatory to the PRI Principles for Responsible Investment.
SLAM manages several funds and mandates, primarily focused on Asian public markets. The investment style is based on fundamental bottom-up research, with a strong focus on direct engagement with target companies and management teams.

JOB DESCRIPTION: MIDDLE OFFICE JUNIOR ANALYST (PERMANENT/FULL-TIME)
The Middle Office Junior Analyst would be working directly with all members of the team, including team members based in London. Key responsibility supporting the front Office in Singapore, liaising with Middle/Back Office colleagues in London office to hand over the day-to-day work and in developing and maintaining robust processes and to provide information to both internal and external clients as required.
This role does offer the opportunity to grow over time, working alongside mid-level and senior colleagues in middle office, risk, corporate affairs, and compliance. The successful applicant will play a role in the development and continuous improvement of our processes, controls and reporting deliverables.
Key responsibilities will cover:
• managing trade bookings & confirmations
• ensuring accuracy of information supporting order management systems
• supporting fund subscription and redemption reporting and fund documentation updates
• performing portfolio reconciliation, performance analysis and client reporting
• maintaining the counterparty schedule, supporting the on-boarding of brokers and set up of new custody markets at custodians
• assist in the preparation of retrocession calculations and statements
• invoice processing, and manage basic bookkeeping entries for management accounting
• support some basic day to day office requirements alongside colleagues, such as office supplies, receive and sort incoming mail and deliveries, and manage outgoing mail
This role does offer the opportunity to learn from a supportive team and to grow over time, while working alongside mid-level and senior colleagues in middle office, risk, corporate affairs, and compliance.
SLAM offers competitive fixed salaries plus variable compensation participating in the overall success of the firm. Within reason, we can cater to personal circumstances that require flexibility.
REQUIREMENTS: MIDDLE OFFICE ANALYST
The candidate should have a strong attention to detail, take personal ownership of their work, and be familiar with the fund management industry. The following would help with the daily requirements of the job:
• a polytechnic level academic qualification, with an authorization to work in Singapore background in fund or portfolio accounting
• knowledge of investment management operational processes and requirements
• experience using Bloomberg, and higher level experience with Microsoft Excel

Most importantly, we look for a compelling track record of making the most of each opportunity that candidates have been presented with in the past, and for candidates who are are looking to contribute to an established high-functioning team.

We look forward to discussing this opportunity further during the interview process. Please send your CV and cover letter to Smitha Prabha at [email protected]

02/09/2022

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24/08/2022

Calling all students interested in finance, The Temasek-NUS Stock Pitch Competition is finally here!!

Put your Pitching skills to a test by competing with teams nation-wide! 🧾📊📈

Join us for the special opportunity to pitch a stock to experienced Investment Professionals from prestigious financial organisations, and listen to speakers from Temasek, a globally diversified investment company headquartered in Singapore.

Put your stock analysis and pitching skills to the test by signing up in groups of 3 to 4!

🚨🚨Registration closes on 8th September, so what are you waiting for? Grab your friends and sign up today!!🚨🚨

https://tinyurl.com/nusinvestspc22

The competition will be held in a hybrid fashion with our Information Session held on Zoom and Finals held in person. Safety regulations will be strictly enforced to ensure the event is safe while providing an unforgettable experience for all.

Please join the announcement page on telegram! https://t.me/nusinvestspc22 See you there! 😊

05/08/2022

Hi All,

Job Vacancy with State Street Bank for the role of Transfer Agency, Associate. You can drop me your resume at [email protected]

Who we are looking for
Deliver high quality client service both internally and externally by incorporating experience and industry knowledge in daily workflow so as to complete increasingly complex tasks on time and accurately.

Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Services (SSGS). SSGS gives asset owners and managers access to the essential financial tools they need to deliver effective investment solutions. From core custody, accounting, fund administration and shareholder recordkeeping, to complete operations solutions and servicing for alternative assets like OTC derivatives, private equity and real estate, SSGS’ tools help our clients make better investment choices and act on growth opportunities.
Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for
As Transfer Agency, Associate you will:

CLIENT SERVICE
• Complete all tasks including the handling of all complex calls and queries, to a high quality to meet client requirements in a timely and accurately manner
• Quality control of transactions processed and client correspondence.
• Assist in delivery of on the job training and development of other administrators
• Ensure business standards and client deadlines are met on a consistent basis
• Actively initiate Error, Fines & Loss analysis
• Escalate client issues where necessary
• Participate in client service review
• Assist in project implementation
TECHNICAL
• Adhere to procedures in relation to all tasks
• Administration of clients’ trades and maintenance of register, processing of cash movements and reconciliation
• Identify process efficiencies in the course of their daily work and propose to line managers
• Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of Transfer Agency processes and Systems
• Gain broad expertise on company products
• Build and maintain internal network of contacts
• Display through understanding of the following tasks:-
o Issuance of contract notes and settlement confirms
o Processing of monetary settlement, money in/out and FX process
o Administration of commission payments
o Processing of Fund distribution
o Units in issue reporting and reconciliation
o Reconciliation completion and clearance of trades and cash
o Processing of register maintenance requests

COMMUNICATION

• Liaise with other departments in an effective manner
• Provide/seek regular feedback to team leader

TEAM
• Act as an effective team player & deputies for immediate supervisor when appropriate
• Show organization skills of oneself and others
• Display effective team focus by assisting colleagues in their daily routine
• Positively influencing team morale in order to achieve set standards and goals
• Show willingness to assume additional tasks in order to share workload within team/department
• Maintaining a “can do” attitude

GENERAL

• Display initiative
• Administration of clients/investors correspondence
• Display awareness of daily work levels and overall business needs by identifying and taking prompt action on priority items, displaying effective time management

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent administrative and business support skills, with the ability to multi-task and to work calmly under pressure
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint (vlookup, pivot table, etc)
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational, planning and co-ordination skills
• Ability to work accurately to tight deadlines
• Proactive and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Detailed understanding of procedural, technical and product requirements within Transfer Agency business

15/07/2022

Hi Alumni,

Job Opening for your consideration!

Company Swiss Financial Services (Singapore) Pte Ltd
https://swiss-financial.ch/singapore/

Contact person Mr. Joe Cheung
Email address [email protected]

Job Opening Junior Fund Accountant
Candidates Banking and Finance Polytechnic graduates
Job scope
• NAV calculation
• Preparation of invoices and payments for funds
• Preparation of reports
• Fund annual audit
• Point of contact for clients

Swiss Financial Services is a leading independent fund administrator who provide personal, reliable and flexible services in the area of hedge fund administration and fund accounting, client services and fund set-up.

15/07/2022

Dear Alumni,

UOB Asset Management will like to extend an invite to you for their REITs Income Event.

Date: 21 July 2022, Thursday
Time: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm (SGT)
Registration begins at 6pm
Venue: Arcc Spaces
One Marina Boulevard, 20th floor, S(018989)
Light refreshments will be provided.

RSVP to secure a seat by 18 July 2022: https://edm.uobam.com.sg/p/6TIM-62H/thank-you?
Limited seats available.
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You are cordially invited to our first physical UOBAM Invest event since the COVID pandemic.

As we enter the 2nd half of 2022, market uncertainties are expected to continue unabated with inflation soaring to 1970s levels in major economies and possibility of a recession. Nevertheless, we remain optimistic that the Asia Pacific region remains poised to benefit from post-COVID-19 economic growth with the opening of its borders.

With central banks increasing interest rates as a key measure to curb rising inflation, how does this affect the property markets and in turn, would there be opportunities in the Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) market too?

Join us as we invite Ms Low Soo Fang, Portfolio Manager, Asia Equities, to share her insights on the REITs market and whether there are opportunities for investors to seize upon.


Speaker's Profile:

Low Soo Fang
Portfolio Manager, Asia Equities, UOB Asset Management (UOBAM)

Soo Fang joined UOBAM in April 2015. She is the Fund Manager for the United Asia Pacific Real Estate Income Fund and the United Singapore Growth Fund. She is part of the Asian Equities team covering APAC REITs as well as the Singapore and Philippines markets. Her previous role includes coverage of global Consumer Staples and as a sector generalist for Japan, Korea and Australia markets.

Prior to joining UOBAM, she has previously worked with National Australia Bank and AmInvestment Bank (AmBank Group).

Soo Fang graduated with a Master of Finance (2007) and a Bachelor of Business (Bus. Info. Systems) (2004) from RMIT University (Aust.). She has over 14 years of industry experience.

15/07/2022

Hi Everyone!

Invitation to Meet.Muse.Music alumni get-together event
on 21 July 2022 at 7.00 pm at NYP

Join us for an evening of music and chit-chat! Meet NYP alumnus, OKJ (DHTM’13), a documentary storyteller who will be sharing with us the production of his new film, “A Feeling of Music Playing”, a short documentary that captures the indescribable feeling that people enjoy when playing music together. Our very own Piano Ensemble has also prepared a short piano performance for this get-together, and everyone can talk about music and more!

It might have been at least a couple of years since you last caught up with your NYP friends. Take this opportunity to catch up and “jio” your NYP “kakis” to attend this get-together. This event is free and bento dinner will be provided for alumni who register via NYP Connect mobile app and students who register via https://forms.office.com/r/APzsgZQJWs. The closing date for registration is 19 July 2022. Hurry and “chope” your seat now!

29/06/2022

*Have you signed up for a chance to learn from Experts and win $10k? *
Supported by SGX and 10 of S'pore's Institutes of Higher Learning, registration for the 2022 National Investment has started. Learn from Industry Experts, and stand a chance for Employment Opportunities and a prize of $10k. Looking forward to your participation!

1st Prize: S$10,000
2nd Prize: S$8,000
3rd Prize: S$5,000
4th & 5th Prizes: S$3,000 each
6th to 10th Prizes: S$1,000 each

02/06/2022

Meet Megan, a mentee from the 2021 programme!

Let's listen to her experience of the CS-NYP Mentoring Programme! ☺️

For more info, go to bit.ly/csnyp2022