Senior Vice President, Trading Development (Project Management)

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) seeks an accomplished leader for the Trading Development function to advance market infrastructure and policies. You will shape strategic initiatives across asset classes, oversee programs from planning to execution, and ensure regulatory alignment with HKEX revenue goals.

Lofty expectations include deep capital markets expertise, strong communication to C-suite stakeholders, and a track record leading multinational teams.

Qualifications

• 15 years in capital markets with focus on project execution or operations.
• Deep knowledge of market structure design and exchange lifecycle (trading, clearing, settlement, risk).
• Experience in multinational financial institutions preferred; knowledge of HK/Asia markets a plus.
• Fluent Mandarin and English; Cantonese a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic market design initiatives across cash, derivatives and connections markets.
• Own end-to-end project planning, ensure timely, on-budget delivery and readiness.
• Analyze global and Mainland regulatory shifts to adapt market strategies.
• Engage with executives, regulators and IT teams to align on strategy and policy.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing team, fostering continuous improvement.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Market design

Project execution

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent)

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: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."

Job Summary:

The Trading Development team at HKEX is committed to advancing market infrastructure, systems, and policies. We are seeking a seasoned leader with a background in financial markets, strategic acumen, and strong communication skills to spearhead our initiatives.

Job Duties:

Key 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.

Requirements:

• 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.
• Skills:
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills with the ability to navigate operational workflows.
• High-level presentation and lobbying skills, with the demonstrated ability to articulate complex ideas and influence C-suite stakeholders and regulators effectively.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in Mandarin with an excellent command of spoken and written English is essential. Conversational Cantonese would be a distinct plus.
• Attributes: Proactive, meticulous, highly adaptable, and adept at building effective strategic relationships across varied geographies and divisions.

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:

Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Permanent