Head of the Financial Management (Openbank) Country: Spain Join Openbank, the 100% digital bank of the Santander Group, where innovation meets opportunity!
With over 2 million customers across Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, and Portugal, we're leading the way in digital banking.
Our products, from loans and mortgages to a fully automated investment platform, are transforming the industry.
If you're passionate about digital innovation, eager to make an impact, and ready to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking company, then we want to hear from you!
Mission: The Head of the Asset and Liability Management (ALM) is a senior executive role responsible for overseeing all aspects of the ALM function within the Bank.
This includes managing the balance sheet, optimizing the risk-return profile, ensuring regulatory compliance, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance financial performance.
The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in financial risk management and deep knowledge of ALM principles.
Responsibilities: Balance Sheet Management: Oversee and manage the bank's balance sheet, ensuring optimal asset-liability matching to mitigate risks and enhance profitability.
Structural Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage financial risks related to interest rates, liquidity, and capital adequacy.
Implement strategies to mitigate these risks effectively.
Pricing and Profitability Overview: Analyze and validate commercial products pricing proposals, optimizing the risk-return profile.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, including Basel III/IV, IFRS, and other local and international standards.
Liquidity Management: Monitor and manage the company's liquidity position, ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet short-term and long-term obligations.
Capital Management: Develop and implement strategies for capital optimization, ensuring adequate capital levels to support business growth and regulatory requirements.
ALM Modelling and Analytics: Utilize advanced ALM modeling techniques and analytics to support decision-making and strategic planning.
Stakeholder and ALCO Engagement: Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication.
Reporting: Provide regular reports and presentations to the board of directors and senior management on ALM activities, risk exposures, and financial performance.
To be successful in the role you must have: Education: A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field is required.
A master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, FRM) is a plus.
Experience: A minimum of 7 years of experience in asset and liability management, treasury, risk management, or a related field.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in ALM modeling, financial analysis, and risk management tools.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
English proficiency at B2 level or similar.
Ability to work as a team, communicating and sharing findings with team members.
Highly motivated candidate with sound judgment and integrity.
What do we offer?
Immediate incorporation to a dynamic and agile company with a growth and expansion project.
Competitive remuneration and attractive benefits package.
Possibility of growth within the company and the Group.
Collaboration in international projects.
Excellent work environment, social clubs, and frequent events.
Openbank is an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants will be considered equally without regard to gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, age, political orientation, union membership, or disability status.
If you are not currently living in Madrid or Valencia and are open to relocating, we would still love to consider your application.
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