Assistant Vice President, Operations Risk Governance, Operations

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) is seeking experienced professionals to join the Operations Risk Governance team. The role focuses on governance, data analysis, and project-driven improvements to ensure sound controls across the organisation, with strong emphasis on risk management and policy implementation.

Ideal candidates have 5–8+ years of relevant experience, a finance or business degree, and excellent English communication skills; Cantonese/Putonghua proficiency is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial markets and operational risk management is preferred.
• Strong business ethics and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proven project management and cross-stakeholder collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist to establish and maintain divisional risk and controls governance framework.
• Support streamlined business processes and identify efficiency improvements.
• Review key controls, identify weaknesses, and propose corrective actions.
• Measure and communicate impact of initiatives using data analytics, scorecards and reports.
• Standardise KRIs and risk dashboards for proactive decision-making; track risk events and perform root cause analysis.

Skills

Risk governance

Data analytics

Project management

Communication

English proficiency

Cantonese/Putonghua

Education

Degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Introduction:

We're home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets. Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day. HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."

Job Summary:

HKEX is seeking experienced, meticulous and motivated professionals to join the Operations Risk Governance team. This dynamic team plays a crucial role in Operations Division to support business strategy, risk and control management, group policy implementation, and other key functions (e.g. data analysis, budget and expense oversight, project management) that ensure the organisation operates smoothly and effectively.

Job Duties:

• Assist to establish and maintain divisional risk and controls governance framework to ensure sound business practices and compliance with policies.
• Provide support to streamline business processes and identify opportunities for continuous efficiency improvements.
• Conduct ongoing reviews of key controls, identify control weaknesses, and recommend corrective actions.
• Measure, evaluate, and communicate the success and impact of business initiatives in a strategic and analytical manner, leveraging data analytics, scorecards, and reports.
• Standardise risk dashboards and Key Risk Indictors (KRIs) for proactive decision-making; track operational risk events and facilitate root cause analysis.

Requirements:

• A degree holder in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration, with a minimum of 8 years (for Assistant Vice President) / 5 years (for Associate) of working experience in accounting, corporate finance, investment banking or a related field.
• Strong business acumen with experience in financial markets and operational risk management preferred; broader understanding of financial products, data, market regulation and controls is advantageous.
• Demonstrates superior judgment, professionalism and strong business ethics when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Proven project management skills with experience working across multiple stakeholders; demonstrates strong influencing abilities.
• Proactive, dependable, motivated and a strong team player; ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic environment and perform well under pressure.
• Technologically adept; proficiency in Microsoft tools is essential.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English; proficiency in Cantonese and/or Putonghua is a plus.

HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace.

Location:

HKEX - Exchange Square

Shift: Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Worker Type: Permanent