Manager, Securities Settlement

Leadingnation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Leadingnation in Hong Kong is looking for a seasoned professional to manage daily settlements and corporate actions for cash equities within HK and US stock markets. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in securities operations and strong knowledge of both markets, along with good interpersonal skills. Proficiency in English, Cantonese, and Putonghua is essential. This role offers an opportunity for growth, including consideration for the Deputy Manager role for less experienced candidates.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of work experience in securities operations preferred.
• Sound knowledge in HK and US stock markets is an advantage.
• Familiarity with CCASS operations is preferred.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily settlement and corporate actions for cash equities.
• Liaise with external counterparties and internal departments.
• Optimize and streamline procedures to increase efficiency.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to details

Self-motivated

Education

Degree in finance, accounting, or business

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage daily settlement and corporate actions for cash equities including HK and US stock markets.
• Manage settlement and corporate actions for investment products, such as bond, ELN and ELI.
• Manage fund transfer between correspondent banks by approving instructions and liaising with related parties.
• Liaise with external counterparties and internal departments to resolve any trade mismatch, failed settlement, reconciliation break or exceptional case.
• Participate in system enhancements by providing user requirements and reviewing UAT results.
• Optimize and streamline procedures to increase the efficiency and control.
• Review relevant internal documents including guidelines and procedure manuals.
• Perform any ad-hoc duty and project as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree holder in related disciplines, such as finance, accounting or business.
• Minimum 5 years of work experience in securities operations is preferred.
• Sound knowledge in HK and US stock markets is an advantage.
• Familiar with CCASS operations is preferred.
• Good interpersonal skills and problem solving skills.
• Attention to details, responsible, independent and self-motivated.
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese; fluency in Putonghua is an advantage.

Candidates with less experience will be considered as Deputy Manager, Securities Settlement.

The above post requires proficiency in English, Cantonese and Putonghua.

Additional Information

Data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be kept confidential and used only for consideration of applications. The bank may also refer suitable applicants to other vacancies within the Group. All personal data of unsuccessful applicants will be destroyed after the recruitment exercise. A copy of Personal Information Collection Statement is available upon request.

Bank of Communications Co., Ltd. Hong Kong Branch (Incorporated in the People's Republic of China)