VP Trade Surveillance Tech Solutions TDS (US) at TD Bank

Work Location:New York New York United States of AmericaHours:40Line of Business:Technology SolutionsPay Detail:140000 - 220000 USDTD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Growth opportunities and skill development are defining features of the colleague experience at TD. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidates skills and experience job-related knowledge geographic location and other specific business and organizational needs.As a candidate you are encouraged to ask compensation related questions and have an open dialogue with your recruiter who can provide you more specific details for this role.Job Description:Preferred QualificationsJob Summary:The VP Technology Solutions for Trade Surveillance will lead the design delivery and evolution of our Trade Surveillance technology platform. The role is pivotal in ensuring that our surveillance solutions effectively monitor front-office trading activity across multiple asset classes while maintaining the highest standards of data quality completeness and traceability. This role requires a blend of technology delivery leadership trade surveillance expertise and strong business partnership skills ensuring the solutions supports both regulatory obligations and business growth.VP Technology Solutions will work closely with both business and technology stakeholders ensuring that technology solutions align with surveillance business objectives Central Data Office standards Enterprise architecture and emerging industry trends to drive innovation scalability and regulatory alignment in the surveillance technology stack.Job Responsibilities:Lead the technology strategy solution design and roadmap for trade surveillance platforms supporting regulatory and internal control obligations.Ensure surveillance systems accurately capture and model trade lifecycle events from order initiation through execution and settlement across multiple asset classes.Oversee and enforce frameworks for data quality completeness accuracy and traceability ensuring surveillance platforms are sourced from authoritative data with consistent controls and reconciliations.Partner with front office and central data office teams to ensure adherence to surveillance data requirements and availability of all critical data elements.Work closely with surveillance product owners and compliance stakeholders to translate business detection logic and risk scenarios into effective technical designs and workflows.Implement robust controls for data lineage access and retention to support auditability and regulatory examination readiness.Drive continuous improvement in automation alert scoring and case management efficiency through use of heuristic and AI-driven analytics using configuration driven approaches.Collaborate with Compliance Front Office Risk and Data teams to ensure technology solutions align with evolving business and regulatory requirements.Ensure delivery meets enterprise standards for scalability security and performance.Manage vendor relationships where third-party data or technology solutions are leveraged.Manage a team of developers and business system analysts fostering a culture of accountability transparency and technical excellence.Job Requirements:Bachelors degree in computer science information systems data management or related field.10 years of experience in technology roles within financial services or a similarly regulated industry preferably in trade surveillance compliance technology and/or front-office systems.Deep understanding of Trade Order Lifecycle events and reference data across asset classes and product types.Hands-on familiarity with FIX protocol market data feeds and reference data models.Expertise in data engineering and integration technologies (e.g. - SQL Java APIs)Familiarity with big data and cloud architectures (e.g. - Azure Databricks)Understanding of data governance lineage and metadata management toolsStrong stakeholder management and communication abilities across business and technology functionsDemonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver complex programs under regulatory scrutiny.The VP - Technology Solutions TDS is responsible to provide expert advice and counsel in system planning performance integration operations and development.Depth & Scope:Manages the development delivery and/or support of products and services for a range of clients to support them in meeting business objectives/ goalsSupports/ Participates in developing the strategic direction of own areaWorks with clients to prepare comprehensive IT solutions that meet/ exceed client objectives for new and existing systems / applicationsManages the integration of all systems projects and technical interfaces to ensure a high level of service and support to the client and efficient system operationResearches and innovates may make decisions to build / buy / reuse system components to meet client expectations and project deliverablesMeasures and monitor the level of service analyze trends agree on service target levels and determine appropriate actionsDefines development specifications technical requirements system performance objectives and identify system modifications required to meet performance objectivesPrimary subject matter expert in multiple areas and consults with clients/or project teams with respect to all aspects of research analysis design hardware/ software support and/or development of technical solutionsWorks independently and/or autonomously as a senior/ lead on a diverse range of tasks and is relied upon to coach/ educate othersManages and directs activities related to analysis design and support of technical business solutions on larger projectsAssignments are highly complex and multi-facetedMay monitor manage coach/ educate a small team of IT professionalsActs as a key resource in the exchange of technical information for project teams the business and/or outside vendorsDefines delivers and maintains systems and technical infrastructure to support clients and applications by following standards policies and procedures in compliance with IT Disaster Recovery PlanIdentifies recommends sources negotiates and implements improvements/solutions (buy/build/reuse) to enhance customer experience and/or reduce cost in support of client needsMay provide the level of systems and operational availability that will meet or exceed negotiated service levels and report results as requiredInfluences product direction foresee issues and gaps identify solutions and work comfortably with leading edge products that are untested/ unproven in the marketContributes to the development of project plans by providing input to project charters project deliverables cost/benefits analysis time line estimates scope and control and manage projects/initiatives by directing assigned resources communicating project status and providing timely escalation of issuesIn conjunction with department management ensures Business Recovery Pans (BRP) are in place and adhered to in the departmentResearches/analyzes business requirements to evaluate and recommend optimal solutions within business technology architectureComplies with the system development life cycle (SDLC) and project management methodology (PMLC) - including development of project plans documentation of system requirements estimates of scope and cost etc. Delivers effective solutions by providing consulting support researching issues / opportunities and overseeing the execution of recommendationsIntegrates technical solutions with the business environment recognizing systems interdependencies and reusability and ensuring seamless deliveryEnsures appropriate security levels are established and maintained for processes information exchange and system implementationsReviews defines enforces and influences standards and appropriate quality measures/metricsAssists in the development/maintenance of comprehensive processes for prevention of issues and participate in problem determination and timely resolution of incidentsAssists in the identification of opportunities to minimize cost provide recommendations and/or deliver corresponding strategic solutions to support cost effectivenessConducts pre and post implementation reviews ensuring all technical solutions have met business requirementsContinuously enhance knowledge/expertise in own area and keep current with emerging industry trends new technologies and best practices in the external market that can contribute to delivering effective client solutions Develops/maintains expertise of system development methodologies key business initiatives/issues IT implications for systems/technologies and impact on business solutionsEducation & Experience: College degree or specialized training / equivalent work experience5-7 Years of related experienceExpert knowledge of the technical environment/ tools (e.g. user environment applications software hardware programming languages and operating systems) in own areaMust be detail oriented and possess problem-solving skillsMust be able to work independently with minimal supervision and establish prioritiesProficient in interpersonal communication (both oral and written) and have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and managementPhysical Requirements:Never: 0%; Occasional: 1-33%; Frequent: 34-66%; Continuous: 67-100%Domestic Travel OccasionalInternational Travel NeverPerforming sedentary work ContinuousPerforming multiple tasks ContinuousOperating standard office equipment - ContinuousResponding quickly to sounds OccasionalSitting ContinuousStanding OccasionalWalking OccasionalMoving safely in confined spaces OccasionalLifting/Carrying (under 25 lbs.) OccasionalLifting/Carrying (over 25 lbs.) NeverSquatting OccasionalBending OccasionalKneeling NeverCrawling NeverClimbing NeverReaching overhead NeverReaching forward OccasionalPushing NeverPulling NeverTwisting NeverConcentrating for long periods of time ContinuousApplying common sense to deal with problems involving standardized situations ContinuousReading writing and comprehending instructions ContinuousAdding subtracting multiplying and dividing ContinuousThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. The listed or specified responsibilities & duties are considered essential functions for ADA purposes.Who We Are TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate government and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation execution and experience. With more than 6500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight extending access to global markets and delivering integrated transaction banking 2023 we acquired Cowen Inc. offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise while growing our strong diversified investment bank. We are growth-oriented people-focused and community-minded. As a team we work to deliver value for our clients every day.Our Total Rewards PackageOur Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g. eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits savings and retirement programs paid time off (including Vacation PTO Flex PTO and Holiday PTO) banking benefits and discounts career development and reward and recognition. Learn moreAdditional Information:Were delighted that youre considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations training programs and a competitive benefits plan were committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.Colleague Development If youre interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills we want to help you succeed. Youll have regular career development and performance conversations with your manager as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues there are many different career paths within our organization at TD and were committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.Training & OnboardingWe will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that youve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.Interview Process Well reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.Accommodation TD Bank is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal state or local law.If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process please email TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at . Include your full name best way to reach you and the accommodation needed to assist you with the applicant process.Required Experience:Exec Key Skills Business Development,Eclipse,Economics,Accounting,Corporate Risk Management,Brokerage Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1