Securities & Derivatives Representative, Custody Operations

Role summary

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This role supports custody operations for securities and derivatives, including trade settlement, asset servicing, reconciliations, transaction processing, and investigation of operational exceptions. Candidates typically need a university degree, relevant experience in securities operations, custody, banking, or financial markets, and a working knowledge of equities, bonds, derivatives, and settlement processes. Attention to detail, numerical accuracy, problem-solving ability, and strong communication skills are essential. Familiarity with market systems, operational controls, and Microsoft Office is useful. English proficiency is generally expected, with Mandarin required for local coordination. The successful candidate should work reliably under deadlines, follow control procedures, collaborate across teams, and identify and resolve risks or process issues promptly.

About the employer

Citi, formally Citigroup Inc., is a major global financial services organization headquartered in New York. It operates across banking, capital markets, securities services, wealth management, and institutional financial services in many countries. Citi’s securities services business provides custody, fund administration, settlement, clearing, collateral management, and related services to banks, investment managers, corporations, and other institutional clients. In Taiwan, Citi supports local and international customers through businesses including corporate banking, markets, transaction services, and custody operations. The company is known for its international network, large-scale financial infrastructure, and focus on serving institutional clients. Employees commonly work with regional and global teams, making communication, regulatory awareness, operational discipline, and the ability to manage cross-border processes important qualities.

Working in Taiwan

Taiwan offers opportunities in banking, securities operations, technology, semiconductors, manufacturing, healthcare, education, and international business. Taipei is the main financial and professional hub, while Hsinchu and Taichung are important technology and industrial centers. The culture combines Chinese traditions with a modern, open, and practical lifestyle. Residents enjoy excellent public transport, convenient healthcare, night markets, mountains, beaches, and a relatively affordable cost of living compared with major global cities. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work permit and an appropriate resident visa; highly skilled workers may qualify for an Employment Gold Card. Employers often assist with relocation, documentation, and insurance. Mandarin is valuable for daily life, although English is widely used in multinational companies. Housing near Taipei offices can be costly, so commuting from surrounding districts is common.