HKEX 2027 Graduate Associate Programme

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

HKEX invites high-potential graduates to join its 24-month Graduate Associate Programme, a fast-track development journey across core business units, designed to build critical business capabilities while contributing to HKEX’s growth.

You will rotate through three pathways—Business Advancement, Regulatory Excellence and Technology Enablement—gaining exposure to diverse teams, mentoring, and hands-on projects that sharpen commercial awareness, analytics and communication within HKEX’s vibrant

Qualifications

• Graduating between Aug 2025 and Jul 2027 with <2 years full-time work experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or above in any discipline.
• GPA 3.5/4.0 or Second Class Honours Upper or equivalent.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Work across HKEX’s diverse areas during the 24‑month programme.
• Engage in a tailor‑made development journey with curated experiences.
• Build skills in technical capabilities, leadership and resilience.
• Network with peers and professionals across the organisation.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal

English fluency

Curious learner

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

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: “ToConnect,PromoteandProgressour Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all.”

Job Summary:

Job Duties:

The HKEX Graduate Associate Programme is a 24-month accelerated development journey designed to help high-potential graduates build critical business capabilities while contributing to initiatives that drive the future growth of HKEX, with targeted career pathway shaped by candidate’s career aspirations, strengths and our evolving business needs.

Candidates will have the opportunity to indicate up to two career aspiration pathways during the application process. These aspirations help inform pathway selection, with successful candidates being aligned to a specific development journey based on their interests, strengths and programme requirements.

Available Options

1. Business Advancement–“Shape the future of financial markets”

• Group Strategy
• Markets
• Platform & Market Structure Development
• Finance
• Human Resources
• Corporate Communications

2. Regulatory Excellence – “Safeguard the market integrity”

• Listing
• Risk & Compliance
• Internal Audit

3. Technology Enablement – “Power the markets from behind the scenes”

• Information Technology
• Operations

We are looking for candidates who:

• Are graduating (graduated) between August 2025 to July 2027 with less than two years of full-time working experience following graduation
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree or above in any discipline
• Have achieved, or are expected to achieve, a minimum GPA of 3.5 (out of a GPA 4.0 scale), Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or equivalent
• Demonstrate commercial awareness and an interest in financial markets
• Possess strong analytical, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Are adaptable, curious and eager to learn
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate excellent command of written and spoken English

Join us and you will

• Work across different areas of HKEX over a 24-month period, gaining invaluable experience as you collaborate with a diverse range of professionals.
• Embark on a tailor-made talent development journey, where we offer valuable experiences, re-sources, and opportunities designed to facilitate a profound learning curve, accelerating your growth and development.
• Learn about everything from technical skills to leadership qualities and develop the resilience, adaptability and critical thinking required to tackle complex projects in a dynamic business environment.
• Forge strong within a diverse group of talented peers and expand your connections through impactful networking activities. The programme is a high-value opportunity to build a robust network of talented professionals.

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 Square

Shift:

N/A

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Permanent