APAC Programme Management - Director

Mizuho Securities Asia Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Mizuho Securities Asia Limited in Hong Kong seeks an experienced APAC Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional transformation across business, infrastructure and regulatory change. You will drive alignment among senior stakeholders, leverage regional capabilities, and deliver platform and business solutions that support sustainable growth and stronger controls.

Candidates should have at least 10 years in banking, with track record in Global Markets management and hands-on knowledge of

Qualifications

• Track record in Global Markets business management or production support functions.
• Hands-on knowledge of Fixed Income or Equities products is preferred.
• Strong understanding of business processes, risk and controls across front, middle and back office.
• Strategic and commercial acumen to translate strategy into plans.
• Excellent technical, analytical and execution skills to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, cross-functional transformation across APAC, supporting monetization, regulatory change and implementation with strong risk awareness.
• Drive alignment across senior stakeholders and regional entities to deliver platform and business solutions.
• Enable sustainable growth and operating efficiency while strengthening the control environment.

Skills

Global Markets management

Front office risk & controls

Fixed Income knowledge

Equities knowledge

Strategic execution

Education

University degree or Master

Job description

Why Mizuho

Within the APAC entities of Mizuho Securities, our greatest asset is our people, and we are committed to promoting a vibrant and supportive environment full of opportunities.

Just like our global client and customer base, our people come from diverse backgrounds and our success is supported by our creativity, teamwork, and collective abilities as individuals to exceed the dynamic needs of our customers.

We provide the stability of an international industry leader with the career trajectory of a growing business. Our strategic growth gives our people at all levels rewarding degrees of responsibility and a richer work experience than a boutique firm or an established giant could offer alone.

With a focus on growing and expanding our platform across Asia, we are committed to attracting, hiring, retaining, and rewarding the best-in-class talent.

Job Description

About the Department

APAC Program Management leads complex, front-to-back strategic initiatives across business, infrastructure, internal controls and regulatory change. The function drives regional transformation and operating model enhancements, embedding best practices and promoting greater consistency across APAC. Through close partnership with Head Office and offshore entities, the team strengthens regional connectivity and alignment to effectively deliver strategic priorities across the organisation.

Responsibilities

Lead complex, cross-functional transformation across APAC, supporting business monetization, regulatory change and front-to-back implementation through a strong understanding of business, risk and control considerations.

Drive alignment across senior stakeholders, functions and entities, leveraging regional capabilities and synergies to deliver strategic platform and business solutions.

Enable sustainable growth and operating efficiency while strengthening the control environment and effective management of business risk.

Skills & Experience

Track record in Global Markets business management or production experience with core support/control functions.

Hands-on knowledge of Fixed Income or Equities products is preferred.

Sound understanding of business processes, risk and controls across Front office, support and control functions.

Strategic and commercial acumen to translate business strategy into implementation plans.

Strong technical, analytical and execution skills capable to manage multiple priorities and resolve complex issues in a fast-paced environment.

Education/Technical Knowledge

University degree or master preferred.

Minimum 10 years of relevant banking experience across strategic transformation, business management, or risk/other core support functions.

Company Overview

As a leading Asia-focused investment bank, we provide corporate and institutional clients with unparalleled access and expertise in Japan and Asia. We are the partner of choice to many in the region, offering a wide range of investment banking and global markets solutions for the increasingly-sophisticated and technological needs of our large client base - primarily corporations, financial institutions, pensions, asset managers, and public sector entities.

Our parent company - Mizuho Financial Group - came together in late 2002, merging three of the largest banks in Japan and is today one of the world’s largest financial institutions.

With our global presence and affiliates across Asia, Americas and EMEA, we’re able to meet local market needs with a combination of unique market insights, knowledge, and capabilities.

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