Associate - Index

eFinancialCareers Ltd.; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

HKEX in Hong Kong is seeking a Data Specialist for the Data Business department to act as the key data partner for index ideation, back-testing and regular review and rebalancing activities.

You will collect, cleanse and transform market data from internal and external sources, ensuring timely availability and accuracy. Strong collaboration with IT, Research and Operations is essential, with proficiency in Python, SQL, VBA and Excel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in market/financial data, index/data business, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, VBA and Excel formulas.
• Exposure to Hong Kong and China equity markets is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely, accurate market and financial data to support index ideation, back-testing and rebalancing.
• Collect, cleanse, classify and transform data from internal and external sources.
• Collaborate with IT, Research, Sales and Operations to deliver data solutions.
• Maintain well-structured datasets and supporting documentation for easy consumption.
• Perform data quality checks and reconciliations to identify and resolve issues.

Skills

Python

SQL

VBA

Excel

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

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:This is an exciting opportunity to join the Data Business department and play a significant role in shaping the index product, a growth business within the group. We are looking for a high caliber and motivated individual to act as the key data partner of the team, ensuring sufficient and accurate data is available at any time to support index ideation, back-testing, and regular index review and rebalancing activities.Job Duties:To be successful in this role you will leverage your domain expertise and passion for the industry to:Responsibilities:• Ensure sufficient, accurate and timely market and financial data to support index ideation, back-testing, and regular index review and rebalancing activities.• Collect, cleanse, classify and transform market, reference and financial data from internal and external sources.• Work closely with internal teams to understand their data needs and existing challenges, and deliver practical data solutions.• Organize and maintain well-structured datasets and supporting documentation to ensure data can be consumed effectively.• Perform data quality control, including validation checks and reconciliations, to ensure timely identification and resolution of data issues.• Develop data processing and validation tools to make data operations more efficient and scalable.• Leverage strengths as a team player to collaborate across various functions including IT, Research, Sales and Operations to ensure execution of index development projects.Requirements:• Relevant university degree or equivalent.• 3+ years of experience in market/financial data, index/data business, or relevant fields.• Demonstrate good understanding of market and financial data.• Hands-on experience in data collection, cleansing, classification and transformation.• Proficiency in Python, SQL, VBA and Excel formulas.• Exposure on Hong Kong and China equity market is a plus.• Detail-oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.• Strong collaboration, interpersonal and communication skills.• Proficiency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.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 SquareShift:Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR)Scheduled Weekly Hours:40Worker Type:Permanent