The Custodian Bank. Then, Now and the Future. - Transaction Banking

Globally, the value of assets held in custody is estimated to be over USD200 trillion, with a considerable size held by the large Malaysian custodian banks.

In order to remain relevant and to create a sustainable business, a custodian today has moved away from the traditional role of settlement, safekeeping of assets and corporate action. The modern custodian has added new products into their suite of services, provides connectivity for clients within the value chain, advocates for market efficiency and leverages on technology to reinvent continuous transformation.

Given the size of this industry and the expanding role of a custodian, this one-day programme will enable participants to understand the custodian’s business in this era. This includes the risks custodians face in discharging their duties, the use of technology in creating value for their clients and the support needed from decision makers and governing bodies.

Programme Outline

Learning Objectives

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

Define the evolving role of a custodian bank and value they bring to the Capital Market
Identify key risks areas and implement appropriate controls
Evaluate the use of technology globally and how these may be adapted locally
Assess the support required from decision makers and governing bodies to facilitate further growth

Programme Outline

Module 1 – Defining a Custodian
Understand the relevance of a custodian
Recognise the evolving role
Appreciate the inter-connectivity within the wider ecosystem
Compare the local, regional and global post-trade landscape
Activity 1 – Case Study
Module 2 – Assessing Risks and Controls
Review a typical custody agreement and the contractual obligation
Recognise risks and the appropriate controls
Build a sound risk culture and the right tone from the top
Discuss regional/global decision-making and local autonomy
Activity 2 – Group Discussion
Module 3 – The Evolving Landscape
Assess key challenges faced today
Create efficiency through technology and digitalisation
Define the shift in revenue component weightage
Review the impact of regulatory changes
Activity 3 – Video Presentation, Q&A
Module 4 – The Future Custodian
Expand and deepen suite of services
Incorporate agility, client-centricity and technology to remain relevant
Integrate and build partnerships
Create a regulatory environment that supports growth
Activity 4 – Group Discussion

METHODOLOGY

Lectures including presentations, case studies and group discussions

Participant profile

Custodian bank practitioners (front, middle and back office), Business and Operations decision makers, Support and Control divisions (Audit, Compliance, Legal), Asset Managers and Trustees

Trainer

Jacqueline William Sebastian

Senior Leader, 28+ years’ experience in Banking

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Senior Leader (Managing Director – last corporate title) with over 28+ years’ experience in Banking, driving growth initiatives for a foreign bank’s Global Transaction Banking and Securities Services in Sub-ASEAN (Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam and Malaysia). Extensive product and business knowledge covering Securities Services (Regional Custody, Trustee, Fund Administration), Trade Finance and Cash Management.

Held the position of Non-Independent Director on five boards, overseeing the business, risk, and compliance of the banks’ subsidiaries. Preserved the banks’ reputation through decisions made as a voting member of various Management Committees.

A recognised leader for possessing strong communication and interpersonal skills, enabling partnerships across teams/clients, for impactful deliverables to various stakeholders. Excellent track record for driving business growth while balancing risks, practicing good business ethics, and utilising available resources efficiently.