Strategic Trading & Market Operations Leader

Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Ltd (HKEX) is seeking a strategic development leader to oversee initiatives in Hong Kong market structure, Stock Connect projects, and related programs to boost liquidity while upholding market integrity in line with revenue and regulatory mandates.

The role requires a decade of capital markets experience, fluency in Chinese (Mandarin) and English, strong analytical and presentation skills, and proven ability to influence stakeholders across IT, regulators, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, social science, journalism or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience with focus on capital markets.
• Background in finance, sales and trading, research or journalism with understanding of Stock Connect is highly desirable.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving and logical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in written and spoken Chinese (Mandarin) and English; Cantonese knowledge is beneficial.
• Strong presentation and lobbying skills to influence stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Development: Lead and oversee HKEX's strategic initiatives including Hong Kong market structure and Stock Connect related projects to bolster liquidity and uphold market integrity in alignment with revenue goals and regulatory mandates.
• Market Analysis: Assess the evolving global market landscape, anticipate regulatory shifts, and craft strategies to meet the dynamic needs of market participants.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and nurture relationships with IT teams, Exchange Participants, regulators, mainland counterparts, and industry bodies, ensuring seamless communication, feedback, and collaboration.
• Project Management: Drive project planning, budgeting, and execution, ensuring adherence to timelines, established processes, and accountability across divisions.

Skills

Strategic planning

Market analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Job description

Hong Kong Exchanges & Clearing Ltd (HKEX) is seeking a strategic development leader to oversee initiatives in Hong Kong market structure, Stock Connect projects, and related programs to boost liquidity while upholding market integrity in line with revenue and regulatory mandates.

The role requires a decade of capital markets experience, fluency in Chinese (Mandarin) and English, strong analytical and presentation skills, and proven ability to influence stakeholders across IT, regulators, and