What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate, Clearing Services (OTC) (12-months Contract) - Operations position at hkex?
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: Job Duties: Job Summary: Provide operational and administrative support to clearing operations for cash equities, derivatives and OTC markets; resolve exceptions and contingency situations promptly and professionally. Execute efficient operational processes to deliver high-quality services and support new business initiatives. Liaise with internal teams and external counterparties/market participants on daily operations and new clearing products/services. Support project delivery, including gathering user requirements and performing user acceptance testing (UAT). Build and maintain strong operational relationships with participants by delivering service improvements and timely support. Requirements: University degree, preferably in Finance, Business Administration, Accountancy, Economics or a related discipline. Minimum 3-4 years of relevant experience in the financial industry, preferably in middle- to back-office operations, or cash management experience, covering cash equities, derivatives and/or OTC markets. Knowledge of, or experience with, fixed income products is an advantage. Self-motivated with strong team spirit; able to communicate clearly and openly. Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese; Putonghua proficiency is an advantage. Strong analytical skills and risk awareness in day-to-day operations. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint; knowledge of automation tools (e.g., Power Automate) is an advantage. 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: Permanent Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is a publicly-traded company (HKEX Stock Code:388) and one of the world’s leading global exchange groups, offering a range of equity, derivative, commodity, fixed income and other financial markets, products and services, including the London Metals Exchange. As a superconnector and gateway between East and West, HKEX facilitates the two-way flow of capital, ideas and dialogue between China and the rest of world, through its pioneering Connect schemes, increasingly diversified product ecosystem and its deep, liquid and international markets. HKEX is a purpose-led organisation which, across its business and through the work of HKEX Foundation, seeks to connect, promote and progress its markets and the communities it supports for the prosperity of all. Discover the latest career opportunities and programmes at HKEX.