IT Systems Director (Clearing & Settlement) - FSI

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 3,600,000 - 4,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd in Hong Kong seeks an IT Systems Director (Clearing & Settlement) to lead architecture, development, and delivery of mission-critical post-trade platforms across Asia. You will drive secure, scalable systems through the full software lifecycle and collaborate with internal teams and external vendors.

The role requires 10+ years in system design, 5+ years in leadership, a strong financial services background, and hands-on delivery ownership to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or above) in a relevant field.
• 10+ years in system design and development.
• 5+ years in a management/leadership capacity.
• Strong background in IT and post-trade systems in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design, development, and implementation of post-trade technology solutions.
• Ensuring reliability, scalability, and security to meet operational needs.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to deliver technology initiatives.
• Overseeing system upgrades and regulatory/compliance adherence.
• Providing technical leadership to the development team.
• Identifying and mitigating risks in post-trade systems.
• Managing budgets and resources for technology projects.
• Monitoring industry trends to recommend innovative solutions.

Skills

10+ years experience

5+ years leadership

IT and post-trade systems

leading developers

problem solving

communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

Job description

IT Systems Director (Clearing & Settlement) - FSI

The IT Systems Director (Clearing & Settlement Systems) is responsible for leading the architecture, development, and delivery of mission-critical post-trade technology platforms, ensuring secure, scalable, and resilient solutions across the full software development lifecycle.

Our client is a leading financial market infrastructure organization in Asia. The organization is known for running highly regulated, large-scale technology platforms that support market stability, operational resilience, and innovation across the financial services ecosystem.

Description

As an IT Systems Director (Clearing & Settlement Systems), your main responsibilities will include:

• Leading the design, development, and implementation of post-trade technology solutions.
• Ensuring system reliability, scalability, and security to meet operational needs.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external vendors to deliver technology initiatives.
• Overseeing system upgrades and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Providing technical leadership and guidance to the development team.
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks in post-trade systems.
• Managing budgets and resources for ongoing and upcoming technology projects.
• Monitoring industry trends to recommend innovative solutions for post-trade systems.

Profile

A successful IT Sytems Director (Clearing & Settlement Systems) should have:

• Bachelor's degree (or above) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in system design and development
• 5+ years in a management and/or technical leadership capacity, with proven experience leading developers and owning delivery outcomes.
• A strong background in IT and post-trade systems within the financial services industry.
• Experience in leading technology projects with a focus on post-trade operations.
• Proficiency in system design, development, and implementation.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.