Custody Service Tax Expert

As a Luxembourg-based bank since 1979, together with the global presence of Bank of China Group, Bank of China Luxembourg has been successfully operating and continually developing its business over the years, and has contributed to the local and worldwide economic and social development. With more than 45 years of expertise and experience in the European markets, Bank of China Luxembourg extended its roots from Luxembourg and covering 14 institutions located in 13 European countries and becoming Bank of China Europe, since 2022.

Bank of China Europe adheres to the guidance of Bank of China group and continues to grow and expand its business coverage across the world, offering comprehensive business solutions to its clients worldwide with its globalized operations and diversified platforms.

Today, Bank of China Europe comprises an international workforce with a multicultural background of more than 30 different countries and regions with over 600 employees.

Due to the continued expansion of our banking activities, we are looking for a:

Custody Tax Expert

Responsibilities would be, but not be limited to, the following:

• Custody tax operation and product (RAS, Quick Refund, Standard refund etc.)
• Full life cycle of customer on-boarding tasks.
• Plan and perform periodical customer KYC tasks.
• Sub-custodian on-boarding due diligence.
• Market information collection and distribution (network).
• Plan and perform periodical due diligence tasks of Sub-custodians and suppliers.
• Maintain relationship with suppliers and manage projects with suppliers.
• Centralize and maintain up to date internal/external account information.
• Centralize and maintain up to date products information and documentation.
• Lead or participate in new product development projects.
• Perform daily reconciliation.
• Perform daily controls and monitoring tasks.
• Brokerage service daily middle office tasks.
• Statistics.
• Internal and external reporting.
• Legal documentation review and periodical review.
• Cooperate with other teams and/or functions in various projects.

Profile (Technical Skills):

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Finance, Accounting, Banking or Business-Related Studies
• Preferred but obliged to have minimum 2 years of working experience in custodian banks.

  Experience in Custody tax operation and product (RAS, Quick Refund, Standard refund etc.), Network, Product Management, Product Design, Treasury Middle Office, Broker/Dealer Middle Office, KYC/Account management will be advantages.

• Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Good numerical and IT skills; Expertise in using S.W.I.F.T. Familiar with SQL, Access, Python will be added value.
• In-depth knowledge of global custodian industry.
• Expertise in at least one of the following global custodian operations areas: Settlement, Corporate Actions or Tax.
• Knowledge/Experience in Fund Depositary Services will be an advantage.
• Fluency in English is essential. Good expression and writing skills in English.; Chinese and other languages will be an advantage.

Profile (Soft Skills):

• Strong team-working spirit and meticulous personality
• Initiative, independent and good communication skill.
• Outstanding attention to details.
• Ability of handling multi-task and prioritize workloads.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible with working hours, shifts and extended hours may be required.
• Work well in a multi-cultural team.
• Good interpersonal skills to deal with and relate to clients.

Compensation: The remuneration for this position will be determined based on the requirements and responsibilities of the role, as well as the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience. Further information on the applicable salary range will be provided during the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunity: We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all candidates and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, nationality, race, ethnic or social origin, religion or belief, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.