Assistant Vice President, Derivatives Operations

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 Derivative Trading Operations team operates the regions' premier derivative markets with expanding global reach. Our team comprises of highly trained individuals with deep knowledge of the working of financial markets as well as rules and regulations that protect the integrity of the market.

We are looking forward to bringing in a high-calibre professionals to manage the operations for the trading of futures and options on various underlying assets or indices such as equity indices, equities, currency, interest rate and commodities products, and developing the rules and policies for derivatives market trading. The candidate will also operate and monitor the derivatives trading system and operations, and ensures that the trading environment is transparent, fair, orderly and efficient according to the relevant rules and regulations established by the exchange. The candidate will be expected to provide leadership and oversight on various key initiatives with responsibility spanning across strategy execution and project implementation.

If you aspire working in an environment that values tangible deliverables which will have a sustainable impact to the development of Hong Kong Derivatives Market, embraces excellence and collaboration and allows you to demonstrate your analytical and problem-solving skills at the very centre of global capitals, this will be a perfect role for you.

Job Duties:

• Ensure smooth trading operations of the derivatives market by managing operational risks, providing services to Exchange Participants, and dealing with exceptional cases and contingency situations;
• Ensure the trading activities are in compliance with the relevant regulations, rules and operational procedures;
• Ensure excellent customer service in the context of Exchange Trading operations and maintain rapport relations with the various functions of Exchange Participants;
• Ensure precise communication with Exchange Participants and external stakeholders as the command centre for the Derivatives Market;
• Plan, coordinate and execute projects, including system enhancements, market microstructure improvement, implementation of new products and review of rules, policies and procedures;
• Streamline and automate workflows, identify potential risks and implement mitigation plans;
• Develop and review operating procedures and contingency plans;
• Keep abreast of the latest international trends in derivatives market development.

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:
Permanent Late Night Shift (Hong Kong SAR)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Worker Type:
Permanent