Functional Lead for a Banking or Asset Management

We are seeking an experienced Functional Lead to support a major Back Office Transformation Program within a Banking or Asset Management environment. This role requires deep operational expertise combined with leadership experience in transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will act as a bridge between Business Operations and Technology teams, ensuring that Back Office processes are effectively redesigned and implemented within modernized platforms and systems.

• Lead functional workstreams within a Back Office Transformation Program
• Provide subject matter expertise across Back Office domains, including: Static Data, Transaction Management, Settlements, Regulatory & Operational Reporting
• Collaborate closely with Technology teams during system and process transformation
• Drive requirements clarification and functional alignment
• Support implementation and change activities
• Act as senior advisor to stakeholders across Business and IT

• 10+ years of experience within Banking or Asset Management Back Office operations
• Strong functional understanding of Static Data, Settlements, Transaction Management, and Reporting
• Proven leadership experience in transformation or large-scale change programs
• Experience working closely with Technology teams on system or platform transformations
• Fluent German (C1+ level)
• Willingness to travel to Munich twice per month (3 days each time)