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 Market Surveillance & Monitoring Department is primarily responsible for maintaining the integrity of the cash and derivatives markets through real-time trade monitoring and enforcing rule compliance of HKEX Participants. It also cooperates with Hong Kong and Mainland regulators on their investigation of cross-boundary market misconduct under the China Stock Connect markets.
The incumbent will work proactively and collaboratively with HKEX external and internal stakeholders to promote effective market regulations for a fair, orderly and reputable market.
Job Duties: Responsibilities: - Handle daily surveillance alerts and reports generated by a surveillance platform for equities and derivatives products
- Conduct investigation resulting from surveillance alerts and/or deal with referrals of suspicious trading behavior
- Provide support in regular alert calibration exercises to ensure alert parameters and thresholds continue to be fit for purpose for trade monitoring
- Participate in HKEX Group initiatives and market surveillance-related projects and system enhancements
- Assist and collaborate with other stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency through automation of BAU processes
- Prepare presentation materials and produce data analytics for routine or ad-hoc reporting to management and regulators
- Communicate and liaise with regulators, external vendors and internal stakeholders
- Undertake any other responsibilities and projects as assigned
Job Requirements: - University degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Computer Science, or related disciplines are preferred
- At least 2-3 years' relevant working experience in well-established financial organizations
- Good knowledge of the securities and derivatives markets and products. Exposure to fixed income, currencies and commodities is an advantage
- Good knowledge of HKEX rules and regulations as well as SFO, SFC codes and guidelines
- A basic understanding of trade surveillance systems (e.g. SMARTS) is an advantage
- Knowledge of machine learning and automation techniques is an advantage
- Strong analytical, problem solving and collaboration skills
- Able to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines
- Able to work independently and make sensible judgement
- Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin)
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: Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Worker Type: Contract