Vice President, Microstructure, Trading Development

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited in Hong Kong is seeking a senior strategic leader to work on the Trading Department's business side, supporting HKEX initiatives in securities, Stock Connect, and derivatives markets. You will contribute to microstructure development and drive key projects with cross-functional teams.

You will lead strategic development, market analysis, stakeholder engagement, and project management, building a high-performing team while aligning with regulatory mandates

Qualifications

• Strong academic background and experience in capital markets.
• Proven ability to articulate complex ideas and influence stakeholders.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams on strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee strategic initiatives for HKEX's market structure and Stock Connect projects.
• Analyze global market developments and regulatory shifts to guide strategy.
• Engage with IT teams, regulators, participants, and industry bodies to gather feedback.
• Manage project planning, budgeting and execution with accountability across divisions.
• Develop and coach a high-performing team aligned with HKEX values.

Skills

Strategic development

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

People leadership

Analytical thinking

Bilingual Chinese/English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

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:

Job Summary The successful incumbent will work on the business side of Trading Department, supporting and delivering various HKEX initiatives in the Hong Kong securities / Stock Connect / derivatives market, particularly in microstructure development and relevant projects.

Job Duties:

• Strategic Development: Lead and oversee HKEX’s strategic initiatives including Hong Kong securities / derivatives market structure and Stock Connect related projects to bolster liquidity and uphold market integrity in alignment with strategic goals of the company 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 a diverse range of stakeholders, including 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.
• People Leadership: Build, coach, and develop a high-performing team. Foster a culture of ownership and continuous learning.

Requirements:

Strong presentation and lobbying skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and influence stakeholders effectively. Proactive, meticulous, and adept at building effective relationships across various stakeholders. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Social Science, Journalism or related fields. Minimum of 10 years of professional experience with a focus on capital markets. Candidates with a background in finance, sales and trading, research, journalism with understanding of Stock Connect are highly desirable. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and logical thinking skills. Candidates with managerial experience are highly desirable. Solid knowledge of HK securities / Stock Connect / derivatives market, including market structure, market dynamics, and recent market development themes (e.g., policy changes, trading model enhancements, financial market innovations). Proficiency in written and spoken Chinese (Mandarin) and English is essential. 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:

HK-ONE ES 45/F Shift: N/A Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Worker Type: Permanent

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is a publicly-traded company (HKEX Stock Code:388) and one of the world’s leading global exchange groups, offering a range of equity, derivative, commodity, fixed income and other financial markets, products and services, including the London Metals Exchange. As a superconnector and gateway between East and West, HKEX facilitates the two-way flow of capital, ideas and dialogue between China and the rest of world, through its pioneering Connect schemes, increasingly diversified product ecosystem and its deep, liquid and international markets. HKEX is a purpose-led organisation which, across its business and through the work of HKEX Foundation, seeks to connect, promote and progress its markets and the communities it supports for the prosperity of all.