Associate - Derivatives Trading Operations (Mid Shift) - Operations

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) invites high-calibre professionals to join the Derivative Trading Operations team. You will manage operations for trading futures and options, ensuring a transparent, fair and efficient environment.

The role requires a university degree in Finance/Economics, 5+ years in finance/derivatives trading, strong communication in English and Chinese, and willingness to work the evening shift (2pm–11pm) at Exchange Square, Hong Kong.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance/Economics or related field.
• Strong understanding of derivatives market practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth trading operations of the derivatives market (2pm–11pm).
• Ensure trading activities comply with regulations and procedures.
• Provide excellent customer service to Exchange Participants.
• Maintain precise communication with participants and stakeholders as the central operations hub.
• Plan, coordinate and execute market projects and product enhancements.
• Streamline and automate workflows and mitigate risks.
• Develop and review operating procedures and contingency plans.
• Stay updated on international derivatives market trends.

Skills

Derivatives trading knowledge

English & Chinese communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics

Tools

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."

HKEX is a publicly-traded company (HKEX Stock Code:388) and one of the world's leading global exchange groups, offering a range of equity, derivative, commodity, fixed income and other financial markets, products and services, including the London Metals Exchange. As a superconnector and gateway between East and West, HKEX facilitates the two-way flow of capital, ideas and dialogue between China and the rest of world, through its pioneering Connect schemes, increasingly diversified product ecosystem and its deep, liquid and international markets. HKEX is a purpose-led organisation which, across its business and through the work of HKEX Foundation, seeks to connect, promote and progress its markets and the communities it supports for the prosperity of all. Discover the latest career opportunities and programmes at HKEX.

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 & Working Hours

Location: HKEX - Exchange Square

Shift: Permanent Evening Shift (Hong Kong SAR)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Worker Type: Permanent