Assistant / Vice President, Settlement

Eddid Securities & Futures Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Eddid Financial in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced Settlements Officer to oversee the complete settlement cycle and asset servicing across a global equities, futures and options portfolio. You will work with prime brokers, custodians and clearing agents to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field, has hands-on settlement operations experience, excels in MS Office, and is fluent in English and Mandarin.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related discipline.
• Experience in financial settlement operations or middle/back-office roles is advantageous.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel/Word) and Chinese word processing.
• Hands-on experience with Ayers and SharpPoint is a plus.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete settlement cycle and asset servicing across a diverse portfolio of global equities, futures, and options.
• Streamline daily workflows to maximize efficiency while adhering to regulatory requirements.
• Adapt internal systems and procedures in response to evolving market dynamics and regulatory developments.
• Investigate and resolve trade discrepancies with prime brokers, custodians, clearing agents, and counterparties.
• Contribute to cross-functional initiatives, including automation projects, system enhancements, and regulatory rollouts.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

English & Mandarin fluency

Detail oriented

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Ayers

SharpPoint

Job description

Anchored in Hong Kong, Eddid Financial is an all-encompassing financial group centered around fintech and dedicated to integrating latest technologies into its enterprise DNA. The diversified businesses of Eddid Financial range from retail to institutional and include but are not limited to fintech, internet finance, wealth management, asset management, investment banking, and digital assets.

Eddid Financial is committed to providing one-stop financial services and products to customers through high-quality investment solutions. Members of the Group hold a variety of licenses and memberships across key financial markets. These include Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) regulated activities ("RA") licenses for types 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 9; SEHK and HKCC participant (OTP-C broker number: 0974 and 0977), Insurance Broker Company license; Trust or Company Service Provider License in Hong Kong.

Additionally, our fully owned U.S. broker-dealer subsidiary, Eddid Securities USA Inc., maintains approved membership with the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), the National Futures Association (NFA), the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC), and the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC (NQX), the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NYSE American, and is a registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) in the United States.

Our Singapore subsidiary, Eddid Financial Singapore Pte. Ltd., holds the Capital Markets Services License (License No.: CMS101839) issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).

With a view to catching up with our rapid expansion, we are sincerely hiring talents to join our Group.

Key elements of the job:

Oversee the complete settlement cycle and comprehensive asset servicing across a diverse portfolio of global equities, futures, and options.

Optimize and streamline daily operational workflows to maximize efficiency while ensuring absolute adherence to stringent regulatory frameworks.

Proactively adapt internal systems and operational procedures in response to evolving market dynamics and continuous regulatory developments.

Investigate and resolve trade discrepancies, fails, and matching exceptions through effective collaboration with prime brokers, custodians, clearing agents, and counterparty settlement teams.

Serve as a key contributor to cross-functional initiatives, including operational automation projects, system enhancements, and regulatory implementation rollouts.

The ideal candidate:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a closely related discipline.

Proven experience in financial settlement operations or middle/back-office functions is highly advantageous.

Strong proficiency in the MS Office suite (particularly Excel and Word) and Chinese word processing.

Hands-on experience with Ayers and SharpPoint is a distinct advantage.

Fluent in writing and speaking of English and Mandarin.

Detail-oriented, quick learner, collaborative team player, with strong communication and interpersonal skills..

Candidates with immediate availability will be highly preferred.

All information provided will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for recruitment purposes.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Hong Kong?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a settlements officer?
• What is your highest level of education?
• Are you available to work outside your usual hours when required? (e.g. weekends, evenings, public holidays)

Anchored in Hong Kong, Eddid Financial is an all-encompassing financial group centered around fintech and dedicated to integrating latest technologies into its enterprise DNA. The diversified businesses of Eddid Financial range from retail to institutional and include but are not limited to fintech, internet finance, wealth management, asset management, investment banking, and digital assets.

Eddid Financial is committed to providing one-stop financial services and products to customers through high-quality investment solutions. Members of the Group hold a variety of licenses and memberships across key financial markets.

Anchored in Hong Kong, Eddid Financial is an all-encompassing financial group centered around fintech and dedicated to integrating latest technologies into its enterprise DNA. The diversified businesses of Eddid Financial range from retail to institutional and include but are not limited to fintech, internet finance, wealth management, asset management, investment banking, and digital assets.

Eddid Financial is committed to providing one-stop financial services and products to customers through high-quality investment solutions. Members of the Group hold a variety of licenses and memberships across key financial markets.