VP/ SVP, Application Development (Custodian System)

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 2,000,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd is seeking a VP/SVP, Application Development (Custodian System) to define and execute the IT strategy and architecture for our securities services platform. You will oversee development of custody and fund services platforms, lead cross‑functional teams, and ensure regulatory alignment.

The role requires hands‑on leadership, extensive experience in custody/asset servicing, and a strong background in modern programming languages and data integration.

Qualifications

• Senior technology leader with extensive hands‑on experience in custody or asset servicing platforms.
• Proven track record delivering enterprise IT architecture and system roadmaps.
• Strong understanding of global custody platforms, SWIFT/FIX/ISO 20022 standards.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute technology roadmap and architecture strategy.
• Oversee development and enhancement of custody and fund services platforms.
• Lead IT systems development projects from initiation to completion.

Skills

Technology leadership

IT strategy

Architecture

Custody systems

SQL

ETL

Python/Java/C#

Regulatory knowledge

Project leadership

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

SQL

ETL tools

Job description

VP/ SVP, Application Development (Custodian System)

This is a senior technology leadership role responsible for defining and executing the IT strategy, architecture, and system roadmap for a securities services platform covering custody, fund accounting, asset servicing, and related operations.

Our client is a highly regarded financial market infrastructure organization in Hong Kong.

Description

As a VP/ SVP, Application Development (Custodian System), your main responsibilities will include:

• Define and execute the technology roadmap and architecture strategy and ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Oversee development, support, and enhancement of custody and fund services platforms.
• Leading the development and implementation of IT systems to meet business objectives.
• Managing system development projects from initiation to completion.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimise IT operations.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Evaluating emerging technologies and their potential application to the business.
• Budgeting and resource allocation for IT and system development activities.
• Providing leadership and guidance to the technology team.

Profile

A successful VP/ SVP, Application Development (Custodian System) should have:

• University degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years' technology experience including exposure to custody, fund administration, or asset servicing
• Experience with core Global Custody platforms, Proxy Voting systems, and familiarity with industry standards such as SWIFT, FIX, ISO 20022, and securities identifiers (ISIN/CUSIP/SEDOL).
• Hands‑on understanding of SQL, ETL tools, and modern programming languages such as Python, Java, or C#.
• Working knowledge of regulatory reporting requirements, specifically FATCA and MiFID.
• A strong background in IT systems development and management.
• Experience in leading technology projects and teams.
• Expertise in aligning IT strategies with business objectives.
• Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in evaluating and implementing new technologies.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.