Securities Finance Tax Advisory at OCBC in Singapore, Singapore

Securities Finance Tax Advisory Location: OCBC Singapore WHO WE ARE: As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires. Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future. We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career. Your Opportunity Starts Here. What you do Lead tax analysis function, with a specific focus on Securities Finance & Collateral Management businesses Provide comprehensive advice on the tax implications of complex securities finance transactions – securities lending, repo, equity swaps, collateral management Manage tax risks for the firm; ensure compliance with domestic and international regulations, in particular FATCA, CRS, Section 871(m) and other withholding tax obligations, related to cross-border financial transactions Work closely with tax operations teams to operationalise documentation and filing requirements; ensure compliance of processes against regulatory requirements Draft, review and negotiate tax provisions in legal agreements (MSLA,  GMSLA, MRA, GMRA, ISDA) Review changes in tax regulations and implications for sec finance business, specifically in the listed securities markets; provide actionable updates to business leadership and changes required to internal processes Represent OCBC in various industry-specific advocacy forums Represent Global Markets in tax audits and discussions with tax authorities together with Group Tax teams. Who you are 7-10 years of experience in tax law (focused on securities finance or financial products) or practical experience with custodian operations and specific tax-related matters Strong understanding of corporate tax, financial products tax and international tax treaties Strong analytical skills and attention to detail; able to explain complex concepts to non-practitioners (such as traders, clients) You are detail-oriented and able to work independently and as part of a team. You are a proactive communicator with a collaborative mindset. Who we are As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires. Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future. We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career. Your Opportunity Starts Here. What we offer: Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.