VP, Multi-Asset Index Development & Strategy

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX); Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) invites a senior leader to join the Data Business department to shape the index product strategy and drive multi-asset index initiatives across markets. The role requires coordinating across IT, Product, Sales and Operations to deliver differentiating index products aligned with HKEX's broader strategy.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years in financial markets, strong programming/data skills, and proven project leadership, with the HKEX

Qualifications

• Relevant university degree or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in financial markets, preferably in index/ETF or quantitative research.
• Deep understanding of programming languages and tools; experience with third-party vendor products.
• Exposure to Hong Kong, China and APAC financial markets; good understanding of investment strategies and portfolio construction.
• Research and/or product development experience.
• Entrepreneurial, self-starter mindset with high agility.
• Strong analytical, collaboration, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantitative research and development of new indices for benchmarks and investible products across multi-asset classes.
• Back test and evaluate new models and ideas; conduct deep-dive performance/ market/sector/scenario analyses.
• Drive automation of workflows and data integration to enhance research capabilities; oversee index build efforts.
• Lead activities across new product lifecycle to ensure timely launches of new indices and create market intelligence content.
• Understand client needs, trends and industry practices to design methodology and indices clients will value.
• Assess potential partners and strategic engagements; maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Promote new capabilities across asset classes and as they are developed.
• Create presentations and papers to gain support and investment in product initiatives.
• Collaborate across IT, Product, Sales and Operations.

Job description

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) invites a senior leader to join the Data Business department to shape the index product strategy and drive multi-asset index initiatives across markets. The role requires coordinating across IT, Product, Sales and Operations to deliver differentiating index products aligned with HKEX's broader strategy.

The successful candidate will have 10+ years in financial markets, strong programming/data skills, and proven project leadership, with the HKEX