Assistant Vice President, Operations Risk Control Team, Operations Planning Section

Mizuho Bank, Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Mizuho Bank Limited in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced professional for the Operations Planning Section to strengthen BCM and operational resilience. You will plan drills, update policies, and coordinate regulatory reporting with Head Office and local authorities.

You will play a key role in continuing the resilience program. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 4–5 years in banking, strong English and Chinese, and proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 4-5 years in banking or financial institutions.
• Experience in BCM/operational resilience and/or risk controls is advantageous.
• Strong English and Chinese communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support BCM and operational resilience activities through planning and follow-up.
• Maintain BCM/OR documents and coordinate reporting to authorities.
• Plan drills and tests, document outcomes and actions.
• Provide project management support for improvements and stakeholder coordination.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Execution discipline

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent working

Education

Bachelor’s Degree holder

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company OverviewMizuho has a long-term commitment to the Hong Kong market. With strong ties to Mizuho’s global network and a workforce of over 600 staff in Hong Kong, we are able to help corporations in Hong Kong to expand their business worldwide. Our clients primarily comprise Japanese and non-Japanese corporations (including those domiciled in the PRC), financial institutions, and government and quasi-government organizations. We provide a full spectrum of corporate banking services to our customers including syndicated loans, treasury, transaction banking, financial advisory, project finance, merger and acquisition, leveraged finance, and structured finance.Why MizuhoAt Mizuho, we provide the stability of an international industry leader with the career trajectory of a growing business. Our steady, 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.It is the local expertise of our employees that makes our global network so powerful. By collaborating with colleagues and clients who have your same ambition and drive, you can amplify your sphere of influence and base of knowledge as part of one of the largest—and growing—banks in the world.About the teamOperations Planning Section is to provide operations administration and operation support within departments. Also, promote Operation and System projects in corporation with other departments or Head Office and to establish the business continuity plan to mitigate the risk to the branch under emergency situation.Role requirementsSupport the enhancement and maintenance of the Bank’s BCM and operational resilience program, including annual planning and periodic reviews (e.g., critical operations and tolerance for disruption).Plan and coordinate drills, exercises, and scenario testing (e.g., walkthroughs, tabletop exercises, SWIFT drills, evacuation, safety confirmation, and backup office rehearsal), and document outcomes and follow-up actions.Maintain and update key BCM/OR policies and plans, and drive department/section BCP document reviews through coordination, follow-up, and action tracking.Review and follow up on HKMA/HKICL requirements and support regulatory/audit requests and reporting to Head Office and/or local authorities.Provide project management support for operations and system improvement initiatives, including stakeholder coordination and user support/training as required.Provide support on additional tasks as assigned by management to meet business needs.Essential FunctionsSupport the Bank’s BCM and operational resilience activities through coordination, planning, and follow-up of key tasks.Assist in maintaining BCM/OR documents, reviewing requirements, and supporting reporting and stakeholder coordination as needed.Provide operational support and perform other related duties assigned by management.CompetenciesDemonstrated stakeholder management and coordination skills across departments and external parties (as applicable), with a collaborative working style.Strong execution capability with rigorous attention to detail, documentation, and record-keeping.Strong communication skills (written and spoken), including facilitation of meetings, workshops, and exercises.Proven ability to work independently, prioritize multiple deliverables, and follow through on action items.Work experience, education and skillsBachelor’s Degree holder.4-5 years relevant experience in banking or other financial institutions.Good understanding of banking operations.Experience in BCM/operational resilience and/or operational risk and controls is a definite advantage.Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese;Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.ApplicationEmployment of the in-scope positions are subject to Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme (MRCS) as per regulatory requirement. For details, please refer to (Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme Phase 2 I The Hong Kong Association of Banks).Please indicate your current and expected salary on CV for the application.Mizuho Bank LimitedMizuho Bank, Ltd. in Hong Kong is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG). The Mizuho group is a global financial services leader with offices in 35 countries, approximately 52,000 employees, and assets of almost USD 2 trillion. Mizuho provides expertise in retail banking, corporate finance, investment banking, asset management, capital markets, and sales and trading, to help businesses develop and find new opportunities for growth. To learn more: www.mizuhogroup.comMizuho’s People PhilosophyThe Mizuho People Philosophy serves as the guiding standard for embodying Mizuho’s Corporate Identity. It establishes the fundamental philosophy for the ways we support people within Mizuho, based on our belief that our people’s growth and fulfillment are essential to achieving our corporate goals. Mizuho is committed to:Supporting the professional growth of peopleRecognizing people who promote Mizuho’s ValuesFostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive as their true selvesThe full text for the Mizuho People Philosophy can be accessed via this link:https://www.mizuhogroup.com/sustainability/social/employeesPersonal data collected will be kept in strict confidence, and will be used for recruitment purpose only.