Associate - Derivatives Trading Operations (Night Shift) - Operations

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) invites applications for a Derivatives Trading Operations professional to join the night desk team in HK. The role focuses on trading, clearing, risk control and market data for futures and options, ensuring a transparent, fair and efficient trading environment.

The position requires a university degree in Finance/Statistics/IT, 5+ years in finance or equity trading, strong English/Chinese, and proficiency with MS Office; Power BI/SQL/VBA are

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance, Statistics, Information Technology or related disciplines.
• Good understanding of derivatives products, market practices and trading platforms.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in finance or equity trading; high-calibre candidates with less experience will be considered.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities; English and Chinese language skills.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI, SQL and VBA are advantages.

Responsibilities

• Perform night desk operations (7pm - 4am) in the derivatives market including trading, clearing, risk control and market data.
• Spot and resolve any process abnormalities at night hours and maintain a resilient derivatives trading environment.
• Handle inquiries from participants and other internal / external stakeholders.
• Support ad hoc projects such as new product launch, process automation, user acceptance testing, internal and external drills.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team player

English language

Chinese language

Putonghua (Mandarin)

Education

University Degree in Finance/ Statistics/ IT

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: “ToConnect,PromoteandProgressour Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all.”

Job Summary:

The Derivatives Trading Operations Team is responsible for managing the operations for the trading of futures and options on various underlying assets or indices such as equity indices, equities, currency, interest rate and fixed income products, and developing the rules and policies for derivatives market trading. It operates and monitors 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.

Job Duties:

Responsibilities:

• Perform night desk operations (7pm - 4am) in the derivatives market including trading, clearing, risk control and market data in accordance with rules, policies and procedures

• Spot and resolve any process abnormalities at night hours and maintain a resilient derivatives trading environment

• Handle inquiries from participants and other internal / external stakeholders

• Support ad hoc projects such as new product launch, process automation, user acceptance testing, internal and external drill

Requirements:

• University Degree holder preferably in Finance/ Statistics/ Information Technology or related disciplines;

• Sound knowledge of the derivatives products, market practices and the trading platform;

• 5+ years’ relevant experience in finance/ equity 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 is an advantage;

• Proficient with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, knowledge in Power BI, SQL and VBA an advantage;

• High agility with growth mindset; a self-starter, team player and good communicator with sound judgment and good problem-solving skills;

• 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 Late Night Shift (Hong Kong SAR)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Permanent