Associate - Derivatives Trading Operations (Mid Shift) - Operations

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

HKEX is looking for a high-calibre professional to manage trading operations for futures and options on various underlying assets, ensuring a transparent, fair and efficient derivatives market in a dynamic environment.

The role requires leadership over system monitoring, policy development and initiative delivery, with a focus on risk management, compliance, and excellent service to Exchange Participants in Hong Kong. This position is based at Exchange Square and follows an evening shift pattern.

Qualifications

• University Degree, preferably in Finance, Economics or related disciplines.
• Good understanding of derivatives products, market practices and trading platforms.
• 5+ years’ relevant experience in finance/derivatives trading.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• English and Chinese proficiency; Putonghua an advantage.
• MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Power BI, SQL, VBA an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth trading operations of the derivatives market (Work hours 2pm-11pm) by managing operational risks, providing services to Exchange Participants, and dealing with exceptional cases and contingency situations;
• Ensure the trading activities are in compliance with the relevant regulations, rules and operational procedures;
• Ensure excellent customer service in the context of Exchange Trading operations and maintain rapport relations with the various functions of Exchange Participants;
• Ensure precise communication with Exchange Participants and external stakeholders as the command centre for the Derivatives Market;
• Plan, coordinate and execute projects, including system enhancements, market microstructure improvement, implementation of new products and review of rules, policies and procedures;
• Streamline and automate workflows, identify potential risks and implement mitigation plans;
• Develop and review operating procedures and contingency plans;
• Keep abreast of the latest international trends in derivatives market development.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

English and Chinese proficiency

Education

University Degree in Finance/Economics or related

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

SQL

VBA

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."

The Derivative Trading Operations team operates the regions’ premier derivative markets with expanding global reach. Our team comprises of highly trained individuals with deep knowledge of the working of financial markets as well as rules and regulations that protect the integrity of the market.

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

The Derivative Trading Operations team operates the regions’ premier derivative markets with expanding global reach. Our team comprises of highly trained individuals with deep knowledge of the working of financial markets as well as rules and regulations that protect the integrity of the market.

We are looking forward to bringing in a high-calibre professionals to manage the operations for the trading of futures and options on various underlying assets or indices such as equity indices, equities, currency, interest rate and commodities products, and developing the rules and policies for derivatives market trading. The candidate will also operate and monitor the derivatives trading system and operations, and ensures that the trading environment is transparent, fair, orderly and efficient according to the relevant rules and regulations established by the exchange. The candidate will be expected to provide leadership and oversight on various key initiatives with responsibility spanning across strategy execution and project implementation.

If you aspire working in an environment that values tangible deliverables which will have a sustainable impact to the development of Hong Kong Derivatives Market, embraces excellence and collaboration and allows you to demonstrate your analytical and problem-solving skills at the very centre of global capitals, this will be a perfect role for you.

Job Duties

Responsibilities:

• Ensure smooth trading operations of the derivatives market (Work hours 2pm-11pm) by managing operational risks, providing services to Exchange Participants, and dealing with exceptional cases and contingency situations;
• Ensure the trading activities are in compliance with the relevant regulations, rules and operational procedures;
• Ensure excellent customer service in the context of Exchange Trading operations and maintain rapport relations with the various functions of Exchange Participants;
• Ensure precise communication with Exchange Participants and external stakeholders as the command centre for the Derivatives Market;
• Plan, coordinate and execute projects, including system enhancements, market microstructure improvement, implementation of new products and review of rules, policies and procedures;
• Streamline and automate workflows, identify potential risks and implement mitigation plans;
• Develop and review operating procedures and contingency plans;
• Keep abreast of the latest international trends in derivatives market development.

Requirements:

• University Degree, preferably in Finance, Economics or related disciplines;
• Good understanding of the derivatives products, market practices and the trading platform;
• Sound knowledge of the derivatives market operations and regulations;
• 5+ years’ relevant experience in finance/ derivatives trading business. High-calibre candidates with less experience will also be considered;
• Good communication and problem solving skills;
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese, proficiency in Putonghua an advantage;
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, knowledge in Power BI, SQL and VBA an advantage
• Shift duties are required, and work experience with shift duties is an added advantage

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

Permanent Evening Shift (Hong Kong SAR)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Worker Type

Permanent