Business Management Associate, Research

CLSA; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

CLSA’s CITIC Securities International Research division seeks a proactive Regional Research COO, based in Hong Kong, to help shape strategy, support revenue growth, and enable data-driven decision-making across APAC and global markets.

Collaborate with Research heads, senior leaders and stakeholders to drive operational excellence, governance, risk control, and efficient execution of strategic initiatives in a fast-paced, compliant environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in finance, IT, data analytics, engineering, or management.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in business management, operations, project management, or consulting.
• Data visualization and/or programming skills (e.g., Python) preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop deep understanding of CSI’s Research business, objectives and operations.
• Prepare high‑quality materials for senior engagements (reports, briefings, dashboards, Excel analyses).
• Lead business analysis, market research, and data collection to support growth initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to digitalize and automate workflows for efficiency.
• Oversee progress of strategic projects from planning to delivery across regions.
• Assist in day‑to‑day Research Department operations including governance and risk management.
• Facilitate cross‑team communication between Research leadership and Compliance, Legal, IT, Finance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the Research operating model and procedures.

Skills

Data visualization

Python

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Master’s degree in Finance/IT/Data Analytics/Engineering/Management

Tools

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Excel

MS Office tools

AI prompting

Job description

Are you someone who thrives on bringing clarity to complexity and turning ideas into action? Do you love tackling challenges head-on and never stop until you find the right solution? Do you flourish in a collaborative environment where strategic thinking meets hands‑on execution to deliver results in a risk-aware and compliant way? If so, this role offers an incredible opportunity to make a real impact and be part of our rapidly growing Research business.

CITIC Securities International (CSI) has long been recognized for its distinctive Research offering. Today, Research is at the centre of driving innovation and differentiation across the entire firm. Our mission is to continuously enhance our products, services, people, processes, and infrastructure to deliver exceptional value and insights, a critical engine of the firm’s growth and competitive advantage.

We’re looking for a proactive, analytical, and forward-thinking individual to join our Regional Research COO team, based in Hong Kong. In this role, you’ll help shape and execute business strategies, support revenue growth for our Research business across APAC and globally, and enable data-driven decision-making. As a key member of the team, you’ll have the chance to work closely with Research department heads, senior leaders and key stakeholders across various divisions to deliver strategic priorities and operational excellence, making a tangible difference every day.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of CSI’s Research business, strategic objectives and operations.
• Prepare and organize high‑quality materials for senior internal and external engagements, including business reports, briefings, PowerPoint presentations, dashboards, and Excel‑based analyses.
• Lead business analysis, market research, and data collection efforts to support growth initiatives and management processes.
• Identify opportunities to digitalize, streamline, and automate workflows using data, technology, and productivity tools to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
• Oversee and monitor the progress of strategic projects from planning through execution, coordinating with senior leaders across divisions and regions to ensure successful delivery.
• Assists in managing day‑to‑day business management and operations of the Research department, including performance management, risk control, internal audit, governance, and expense management, etc.
• Facilitate communication and coordination across teams, ensuring smooth information flow between Research leadership, other business units and corporate functions such as Compliance, Legal, IT and Finance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the Research management and operating model, including process enhancements, policy documentation, standard operating procedures, and best‑practice sharing across regions.

Requirements

• Master’s degree required, preferably in Finance, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Engineering, or Management.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience (ideally in business management, operations, project management, or consulting); familiarity with banking operations and product knowledge is a plus.
• Data visualisaton and/or programming skills (e.g., Python) preferred.
• Highly motivated, with strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical capabilities.
• Strong communication, presentation and organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Commitment to high standards of quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, and other MS tools; experience with AI prompting is an advantage.