Head of Market Structure & Strategy

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

HKEX is seeking a seasoned leader for the Trading Development team to advance market infrastructure, systems and policies. The role requires strategic vision, regulatory awareness, and strong communication to spearhead initiatives across Hong Kong and regional exchanges.

The candidate will lead market design efforts, oversee end-to-end projects, analyze regulatory shifts, engage executives and regulators, and build a high-performing team shaping the future of HKEX's capital markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Social Science, Journalism or a related field.
• An advanced degree or relevant professional qualifications will be highly regarded.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive professional experience with a core focus on capital markets.
• Direct experience in project execution management, and/or operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in market structure design, supported by comprehensive product knowledge of Hong Kong and broader Asian / international exchanges.
• A solid understanding of the full exchange life cycle covering trading, clearing and settlement, and risk management.
• A proven track record working within multinational financial institutions (such as global and Chinese Mainland exchanges, brokerages, or intermediaries) is highly preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of Hong Kong capital markets is a distinct plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of proven people management and team leadership experience in a complex, matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Market Design: Lead and direct strategic initiatives to expand and optimize market structure design across core asset classes and trading channels (including cash, derivatives and connect markets). Uphold market integrity in alignment with HKEX’s revenue goals and regulatory mandates.
• Project Execution Oversight: Assume end-to-end ownership of project planning, ensure quality execution, and operational readiness. Ensure strict adherence to timelines, budgeting, and accountability across enterprise divisions.
• Market Analysis: Anticipate shifts in global and Mainland China regulatory landscapes. Assess the evolving market environment across Hong Kong, competing exchanges to craft robust strategies that meet the dynamic needs of market participants.
• Executive Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and nurture high-level relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including IT teams, regulators, Mainland counterparts, and multi-national industry bodies, ensuring seamless collaboration and strategic alignment.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of professionals, fostering a high-performance culture focused on continuous improvement, operational excellence, and professional growth.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Presentation skills

Lobbying skills

Mandarin fluency

Cantonese (nice to have)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Social Science, Journalism or related field

Advanced degree or relevant professional qualifications

Job description

HKEX is seeking a seasoned leader for the Trading Development team to advance market infrastructure, systems and policies. The role requires strategic vision, regulatory awareness, and strong communication to spearhead initiatives across Hong Kong and regional exchanges.

The candidate will lead market design efforts, oversee end-to-end projects, analyze regulatory shifts, engage executives and regulators, and build a high-performing team shaping the future of HKEX's capital markets.