Treasury Officer, Portfolio Valuation  

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing the Infrastructure for Tomorrowinfrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in January 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved Members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients’ needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity.

The Treasury Officer, Portfolio Valuation, reports to the Head of Strategic Planning and Middle Office within the Office of the Treasurer (TRE).

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform the valuation of the Bank’s assets, liabilities and derivatives for financial reporting and explain monthly results and valuation changes.
• Review the quality of valuations and resolve price challenges by validating market data and reviewing pricing models.
• Perform initial model and market data validation and coordinate with the Risk Management Department (RMD) on the final market validation for all product types in each currency. The main focus will be to analyze theoretical soundness of pricing models, verify the accuracy of model calibrations and market data as well as assess the correctness of models.
• Test and implement new products and functions in treasury systems, as applicable to functions performed in respective systems and the overall valuation role. Participate in any project / implementation work pertaining to system upgrades, valuation data analytics and reporting etc.
• Oversee AIIB’s Credit Support Annex (CSA) terms, advise the Treasurer during the negotiation of CSAs, stay current with industry developments, and ensure CSA terms are set to provide AIIB an optimum ability to trade and manage derivatives. Manage collateral for all derivatives and monitor collateral posting and valuation of collateral and collateral interest.
• Manage trade flow between front and middle/back office systems by validating and releasing trades, releasing private securities, and reconciling positions between treasury systems daily.
• Interface with the ICFR team, Operational Risk, Internal Audit Unit (IAU) and external auditors for control design, testing and audit. Update the risk matrix for area of responsibilities.
• Contribute proactively to the improvement of the effectiveness and efficiency of the Treasury function by leveraging technology, driving automation and defining best-in-class processes & procedures.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant practical experience in an international treasury environment, preferably in a valuation function.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in quantitative discipline.
• Strong quantitative and analytic skills.
• Sound product knowledge in Treasury, Derivative and Structured Products. A solid understanding of market terms and practices, familiarity with valuation models for derivatives
• Ability to communicate complex technical aspects of valuation effectively.
• Some knowledge of programming and process automation.
• Experience with spreadsheets and databases, knowledge of Bloomberg terminal functionality.
• Detail oriented, conscientious and systematic.
• Able to adhere to strict deadlines.
• Highly motivated, able to work both independently and in a team.
• Must be able to handle pressure well.
• Strong organizational, critical thinking and customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage competing deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.

AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability or sexual orientation.

Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment.

Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.

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