Global Markets Operations Lead - Settlements & Compliance

Cathay United Bank Company, Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive fringe benefits

Job summary

Cathay United Bank Company, Limited is seeking a Deputy Manager for Global Markets Operations in Hong Kong. You will oversee daily operations and settlement for FX/MM, Bonds, Structured Products, Derivatives and other treasury products, ensuring accurate processing and timely settlement in compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

You will perform trade verification, settlement, reconciliation and exception handling, prepare regulatory reports including HKTR, and contribute to system

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 7 years in back office operations in a financial institution.
• Knowledge of the full settlement cycle of capital markets products (FX/MM, options, derivatives, bonds, funds).
• Team spirit and strong interpersonal, communication and organization skills.
• Familiar with HKTR reporting requirements and regulatory reporting processes.
• Experience in project implementation, system enhancements and UAT testing.
• Strong understanding of operational controls, risk management and regulatory requirements.
• Hands-on experience with market systems such as SWIFT, RTGS, Summit, Clearstream is an advantage.
• Good analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Proficient in written and spoken English and Chinese.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel/Word).

Responsibilities

• Handle daily operations and settlement activities for Global Markets products and treasury-related items.
• Ensure transactions are processed accurately and settled timely in line with policies and regulations.
• Perform trade verification, confirmation, settlement, reconciliation and exception handling.
• Prepare regulatory reports including HKTR reporting as required.
• Participate in new product development, system enhancements and UAT.
• Review and maintain SOPs and control measures to improve efficiency and mitigate risk.
• Liaise with front office, cross-functional teams and Head Office on daily operations and projects.
• Prepare MIS, internal and regulatory reports.
• Support ad hoc assignments as required by Head of Operations and team supervisor.

Skills

Back office

Regulatory reporting

HKTR reporting

Teamwork

English & Chinese

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Related Field

Tools

SWIFT

RTGS

Summit

Clearstream

Job description

Cathay United Bank Company, Limited is seeking a Deputy Manager for Global Markets Operations in Hong Kong. You will oversee daily operations and settlement for FX/MM, Bonds, Structured Products, Derivatives and other treasury products, ensuring accurate processing and timely settlement in compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

You will perform trade verification, settlement, reconciliation and exception handling, prepare regulatory reports including HKTR, and contribute to system