Graduate Analyst

Securities Finance Association Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation 15 days annually

Hong Kong statutory holidays

Professional development opportunities

Training and certification post-prob

Job summary

The Securities Finance Association (SFA) in Hong Kong is seeking a graduate analyst to join our team onsite. You will support working groups, member firms, and advocacy, reporting to the Head of Market Structure and Development. The role suits a proactive, analytical candidate with strong MS Office and possibly Python skills.

We value clear communication, organization, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Travel to regional events may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance or a related field.
• Up to 2 years of experience in a financial markets or research function, preferably in a similar industry setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Highly organised and able to multi-task, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport, negotiate effectively, and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Python.
• Full right of Employment in Hong Kong without visa sponsorship requirements.
• Regional language proficiency is a plus e.g. Mandarin, Korean, Japanese.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Paid vacation time (15 days annually) and all Hong Kong statutory holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Structured professional training, with certification, post probation period.
• Exceptional connectivity to key leading financial institutions in APAC.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and logistical support for working group meetings.
• Draft meeting agendas, take minutes, and track action items.
• Coordinate with members on working group deliverables and timelines.
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and presentation for working groups.
• Manage document filing, version control, and record keeping for the working groups.
• Support the production of research papers, white papers, and member briefings.
• Respond to member enquiries and direct them to the appropriate team member.
• Support the organisation of member events, publications, and webinars.
• Provide general support to the CEO and senior team.
• The role may involve regional travel from time to time.

Skills

MS Office

Python

Communication skills

Organised

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance or related field

Tools

Python

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Securities Finance Association (SFA), incorporated in 1995, is a dynamic and growing small company representing a large regional trade membership association supported by many of the world’s key financial institutions. Our mission is to foster growth, collaboration, and innovation within our industry. As the liaison between our association and its members, we are committed to providing exceptional services, organising impactful events, and driving revenue growth through strategic sales and marketing initiatives.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a talented graduate analyst to join our team in Hong Kong. The ideal candidate will have up to 2 years of relevant experience from within a financial markets setting. This full-time, onsite role, requires a proactive individual with excellent communication skills, a strategic mindset, and a passion for driving results. Ideal candidates will be analytical, numerate and have a comprehensive understanding of MS Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint).

The successful candidate will report to our Head of Market Structure and Development, supporting with our working groups, member firms and advocacy.

Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and logistical support for working group meetings.
• Draft meeting agendas, take minutes, and track action items.
• Coordinate with members on working group deliverables and timelines.
• Assist with data collection, analysis, and presentation for working groups.
• Manage document filing, version control, and record keeping for the working groups.
• Support the production of research papers, white papers, and member briefings.
• Respond to member enquiries and direct them to the appropriate team member.
• Support the organisation of member events, publications, and webinars.
• Provide general support to the CEO and senior team.
• The role may involve regional travel from time to time.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance or a related field.
• Up to 2 years of experience in a financial markets or research function, preferably in a similar industry setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Highly organised and able to multi-task, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport, negotiate effectively, and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and/or Python.
• Full right of Employment in Hong Kong without visa sponsorship requirements.
• Regional language proficiency is a plus e.g. Mandarin, Korean, Japanese.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Paid vacation time (15 days annually) and all Hong Kong statutory holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Structured professional training, with certification, post probation period.
• Exceptional connectivity to key leading financial institutions in APAC.