Operations Management Middle Office Associate

About Us:
Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited (“Huatai International” or “the Company”), is the only overseas wholly-owned or controlled subsidiary of Huatai Securities. Huatai International is the Huatai Group’s international arm which plays as a crucial role in the group's internationalization strategy by:
a) not only providing offshore capital market services (and a global business platform) but also provides onshore clients with valuable cross-border capital market services (aligned with the mainland China government’s policies and commercial intentions);
b) actively making use of Huatai Securities’ leading position, distribution network and customer base in mainland China;
c) integrating on a global basis across many jurisdictions and regions, a successful and fully integrated international financial platform with innovative financial services solutions.

Huatai International operates as a holding company for consolidating all of the group’s cross-border businesses and companies under one umbrella, offering a truly unified and international business platform. In recognition of such international strength, the renowned international rating agency Standard and Poor’s has assigned Huatai International a “BBB+” rating (for long term) and “A-2” (for short-term).

Job Description:

• Provide comprehensive trade support and lifecycle management specifically for Equities Derivatives, including options, futures, swaps, and exotic products.
• Ensure accurate and timely trade capture, allocation, settlement, and regulatory reporting related to equities derivatives, including compliance with regulations such as HKTR.
• Reconcile cash, trades, and positions daily with prime brokers, custodians, and counterparties; promptly investigate and resolve any trade discrepancies or settlement issues.
• Collaborate closely with the Technology team to develop and implement process enhancements aimed at improving operational efficiency, mitigating risks, and supporting business expansion. Contribute to system upgrades aligned with the evolving needs of the business.
• Monitor and manage operational risks inherent in equities derivatives trading activities. Work alongside Risk Management and Compliance teams to identify and address control gaps and improve operational processes.
• Conduct detailed data analysis to support strategic decision-making and uncover trends in trade and operational activities. Assist in preparing regulatory filings and compliance documentation related to equities derivatives.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant regulatory requirements and internal policies governing middle office operations, particularly those specific to equities derivatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a middle office or similar role within an investment bank or financial services firm.
• Strong understanding of Middle Office functions and Financial Products.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
• Good command of spoken and written English and Mandarin