AI Project Manager (Execution Services)

Sanderson-iKas Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanderson-iKas Hong Kong is seeking a Project Manager to lead AI-driven initiatives in our front-office trading environment. You will partner with traders, technology teams and business stakeholders to deliver tangible AI-enabled solutions.

The role focuses on capital markets workflows, data-led delivery, and governance. Fluent English and Mandarin help you navigate diverse teams across desks and regions; prior AI exposure is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management, business analysis, technology delivery or change management.
• Interest in AI technologies such as Generative AI, LLMs, AI agents, RAG, ML or analytics.
• Experience in investment banking, capital markets, brokerage, electronic trading or execution services.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of AI and data-driven initiatives across Execution Services.
• Partner with traders, sales traders, operations and technology teams to identify high-value AI use cases.
• Translate business requirements into functional specifications, project plans and measurable outcomes.
• Manage project scope, timelines, risks, stakeholder communications and vendor coordination.
• Drive AI proof-of-concepts through to production deployment with governance and controls.

Skills

Project management

Business analysis

Technology delivery

Change management

Job description

Join a leading financial services organisation driving AI innovation across its front-office trading business. This is an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager with capital markets experience and a strong interest in AI technologies to partner with traders, technology teams, and business stakeholders in delivering impactful AI-driven solutions.

Experience working with the Front Office is essential. Previous AI experience is not required, although you must have an interest in AI as this will be the key focus of the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of AI and data-driven initiatives across Execution Services.
• Partner with traders, sales traders, operations, and technology teams to identify high-value AI use cases.
• Translate business requirements into functional specifications, project plans, and measurable outcomes.
• Manage project scope, timelines, risks, stakeholder communications, and vendor coordination.
• Drive AI proof-of-concepts through to production deployment while ensuring appropriate governance and controls.

Requirements

• Proven experience in project management, business analysis, technology delivery, or change management.
• An interest in AI technologies, including Generative AI, LLMs, AI agents, RAG, machine learning, or analytics.
• Experience within investment banking, capital markets, brokerage, electronic trading, or execution services environments.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across business and technology teams.
• Fluent English and Mandarin communication skills.