The bank for international settlements is looking for a senior manager to join the americas office in mexico city. Our representative offices in mexico and hong kong serve as centres for bis activities in their respective regions, strengthening relations and promoting cooperation between the bis and regional central banks and supervisory authorities. To that end, the two offices foster the exchange of information and data, facilitate the organisation of meetings and seminars, contribute to the bank's financial and economic research on the americas and asia and the pacific and provide the full suite of bis's banking services for regional central banks.
key responsibilities
* develop and oversee the general secretariat function of the americas office, ensuring smooth operations across finance, human resources, it, procurement, building management, security, and logistics.
* manage the administrative team, external contractors and service providers, and coordinate with internal and external legal advisers.
* provide key support to the chief representative in their senior management responsibilities.
what we offer
* a challenging and autonomous role dedicated to achieving operational excellence and contributing to the success of our growing regional office.
* the opportunity to expand your expertise in regional operations while fostering a global perspective through close collaboration with our international offices.
* a leadership role, working directly with senior management to oversee operations, guide strategic decisions, and ensure the seamless functioning of the office.
* the chance to build meaningful relationships with central banks across the region, contributing to impactful collaboration.
requirements
* a relevant university degree in a finance-related field, business management, economics, or equivalent professional experience.
* demonstrated ability to operate at a senior level combined with strong management skills.
* proven experience in overseeing office operations and ensuring seamless service delivery.
* solid knowledge of information technology, particularly local networks and telephony, with experience in supplier management.
* versatility to draw on multiple disciplines and perform diverse functions at a senior level.
* strong adaptability and interpersonal skills, with experience in multicultural environments considered an advantage.
* ability to work effectively under pressure and deliver results efficiently.
* excellent written and verbal communication skills in both english and spanish.