Treasury Manager

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Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world-class services, advisory, and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers, and find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is a leading global professional services and investment management company specializing in real estate. Our comprehensive range of services encompasses the leasing, acquisition, disposition, and management of commercial properties on behalf of clients worldwide. We are committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients and fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

As a Treasury Professional at JLL, you will play a critical role in managing the company's cash flow, financial risk management, and ensuring efficient liquidity specifically in the Southeast Asia market (Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam) and Korea. Working closely with senior management and cross-functional teams, you will contribute to the development and implementation of treasury strategies, policies, and procedures. You will work in a fast-paced environment, leveraging your analytical skills and financial acumen to optimize cash management and strengthen the company's financial position in these markets.

Responsibilities:

Cash Flow Management:

• Ensure optimal utilization of funds, including funding and repatriation to and from Southeast Asia and Korea, or other countries as assigned.
• Work with business, local finance, and shared service center teams to develop accurate cash flow forecasts.
• Manage cross-border intercompany loans, including cash position intercompany loan reconciliation, executing Treasury related wire transfers, and FX where required.
• Oversee daily treasury operations in Southeast Asia, including cash position intercompany loan reconciliation, executing Treasury related wire transfers, and FX where required.

Financial Risk Management:

• Develop and implement risk management strategies (e.g., exposure to foreign exchange risks) to minimize potential impacts on financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to financial risk management.
• Negotiate and execute FX trades with foreign currency trading or bank platforms.
• Management of cash investments within policy guidelines.

Banking Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain effective relationships with our banking partners in Southeast Asia and Korea.
• Keep up to date with regulatory changes, bank products, and optimize banking services to achieve cost efficiencies.
• Negotiate banking terms and conditions, fees, and pricing.
• Work with Global and local teams to roll out Global Initiatives such as implementing Treasury Management System (Kyriba) for payment connectivity with our ERP Systems and banking partners.

Treasury Operations:

• Prepare bank account opening, closing, and bank signatory updates.
• Business partner to internal stakeholders including business lines, Tax, Legal, Procurement, Business Finance, and various other teams.
• Support business with issuance of local bank guarantees.
• Propose, present, and execute initiatives to further optimize treasury processes and systems in Southeast Asia to enhance operational efficiency and control, including outsourcing of manual functions to shared service centers.
• Support Global Treasury’s initiatives (e.g., eradicate manual payments and cheques where possible).
• Support Finance and shared service teams on issue resolutions.
• Ensure teams adhere to Treasury’s policies and payment security.
• M&A/restructuring support, as needed.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare regular and ad-hoc reports on cash flow, liquidity, and financial risk exposure.
• Present findings and recommendations to management and key stakeholders in Southeast Asia, Korea, the Regional APAC team, and Global teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. MBA or CTP certification would be a plus.
• Experience in treasury management or related financial roles in Southeast Asia and Korea.
• Experience in setting up FX lines with banks and executing FX transactions and hedging trades. Knowledge of FXAll is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of treasury operations, cash management, financial risk management, and banking specific to Southeast Asia and Korea.
• Curious and problem-solving skills to manage projects and draw actionable insights.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and cross time zone stakeholders.
• Experience with Kyriba is a plus.
• Experience with foreign currency trading platforms is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Some travel may be required, as necessary.
• Fluency in English and another Southeast Asian language is a plus.

Why JLL?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Exposure to a global network and best-in-class resources.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Location: On-site – Singapore

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!