APAC Head of Equity Finance Technology

Citibank (Hong Kong) Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi seeks a visionary APAC Head of Equity Finance to drive strategic leadership and accelerated delivery of technolo gical solutions across Asia. You will shape Prime Finance initiatives, engage with senior stakeholders, and partner with local trading teams to meet market demands while upholding strict risk and regulatory standards.

You will lead a team of engineers, promote collaboration, and steer technology-driven growth across the region, ensuring robust delivery and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in Equity Finance or Prime Brokerage, with leadership experience.
• Deep knowledge of securities lending, repo, synthetic equity products, and prime brokerage.
• Engineering background using Java, Python, and AI tech to accelerate development.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong technical understanding and ability to manage development teams.
• Ability to influence stakeholders across regions and functions.
• Awareness of regulatory, risk, and control requirements in global markets.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Business Development: Partner with local product/trading teams; articulate Asia equity/Prime strategy; ensure regulatory compliance.
• Accelerated Delivery: Lead rapid technical solutions; leverage Java, Python, and AI to boost delivery speed; align with global standards.
• Stakeholder Management & Communication: Manage senior stakeholders; represent APAC Equity Finance; report on performance and market developments.
• Team Leadership & Development: Build and mentor a high-performing local engineering team; drive succession planning and capability depth.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Java

Python

AI technologies

Strategic thinking

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Java

Python

Event-based processing

AI technologies

Job description

Are you a visionary technical leader ready to spearhead change in Asia's dynamic financial landscape? We're seeking an exceptional individual as APAC Head of Equity Finance, driving the accelerated delivery of critical technical solutions tailored to our clients' unique needs and market intricacies across the region. This is a rare opportunity to directly shape Citi's Prime Growth agenda, propelling our Equities business to new heights in the fastest-growing market globally.

In this senior leadership role, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, translating complex market demands into cutting-edge technical strategies. Additionally, you'll master the art of influence, engaging directly with senior stakeholders to champion Prime Finance initiatives and foster unparalleled collaboration. Your leadership will directly fuel revenue growth, navigate intricate local regulatory environments, and ensure robust risk management, all while building key technical solutions.

If you possess a compelling blend of deep technical acumen, strategic leadership, and a passion for driving growth in a high-impact, international setting, seize this chance to define the future of Equity Finance at Citi.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Business Development

• Forge critical partnerships with local product and trading teams to uncover and fulfil the unique business demands of Asian markets.
• Act as the voice of Asia, articulating its Equity Finance and Prime Finance strategy to global leadership.
• Collaborate seamlessly with Risk, Controls, and Operations, embedding robust compliance and upholding the highest regulatory and internal policy standards.

Accelerated Delivery

• Spearhead rapid, cutting-edge technical solutions bespoke to Asia's unique client and market dynamics, directly shaping and catapulting our Prime Growth agenda.
• Hands on engineering expertise leveraging Java, Python and event based processing to deliver top tier technical solutions.
• Collaborate closely with global technical leads to ensure our solutions not only comply with platform standards but also set new benchmarks for innovation, always guiding near term efforts towards strategic long-term vision.
• Spearhead the integration of AI development practices and tools to dramatically boost delivery speed, efficiency, and intelligence across our technical solutions.
• Champion technological enhancements and automation initiatives, relentlessly pursuing operational efficiency, superior client service, and a competitive edge.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Manage senior stakeholder communication for Prime Finance, providing direct face-off to senior leads across the region. Close coordination will be required with global technical leads.
• Represent the APAC Equity Finance business in various internal and external forums.
• Ensure transparent and effective communication regarding business performance, strategic initiatives, and market developments.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of developers locally.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide regular feedback, and support career development for team members.
• Attract, develop, and retain top engineering and leadership talent; actively manage succession and capability depth.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 15+ years of experience in Equity Finance or Prime Brokerage, with experience in a leadership position.
• Extensive knowledge of securities lending, repo, synthetic equity products, and prime brokerage.
• A strong background in engineering using Java, Python and AI technologies to advance rapid development.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, particularly in engaging senior stakeholders.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong technical understanding and ability to manage development teams.
• Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and influence stakeholders across different regions and functions.
• Strong awareness of regulatory, risk, and control requirements applicable to global markets and prime services technology.

Education

• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master's degree preferred

Job Family Group

Technology

Job Family

Applications Development

Time Type

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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