Interim Deputy Head of Operations (Mandarin‑Speaking)

Start date: By 14 February

Day rate: £462 per day (equivalent to £120k per annum)

Location: London

My client is a well‑established Chinese corporate bank with a significant London presence and an ambitious growth agenda. As Interim Deputy Head of Operations, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring operational continuity, regulatory compliance, and disciplined execution across all core banking processes.

This interim appointment offers a high‑impact leadership opportunity for an experienced Operations executive with fluent Mandarin and a strong background across corporate and residential banking. The successful candidate will provide immediate stability and senior oversight during a critical period, supporting the COO and senior management team in maintaining and strengthening the Bank's operational platform in the UK.

The Role

This is a senior, visible, and hands‑on position requiring deep technical authority, strong risk and control judgement, and the ability to lead and influence in a fast‑moving environment. You will be responsible for the effective oversight of day‑to‑day operations across:

Payments Operations (domestic & international) Treasury Settlements Trade Finance Operations Loan Administration (bilateral & syndicated) Reconciliations, Correspondent Banking & Custodian Services Oversight of c...