Vice President, New Index Development - Index

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:

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Data Business department and play a significant role in shaping the index product, a growth business within the group. This newly form team will be responsible for delivering differentiating index products that align with the strategy of the business and the exchange as a whole. We are looking for a high caliber and motivated individual to join our team with responsibility spanning across strategy execution and project implementation.

Job Duties:

To be successful in this role you will leverage your domain expertise and passion for the industry to:

Responsibilities:

• Lead quantitative research and development of new indices for benchmarks and investible products, across multi-asset classes including equities, equity derivatives, FIC, and virtual assets.
• Back test and evaluate new models and ideas, conduct deep-dive performance/ market/sector/scenario analysis, present findings to senior management and clients.
• Drive automation of workflows and data integration to enhance research capabilities. Oversee index build efforts, coordinating across multiple teams and vendors.
• Lead activities and required tasks across new product lifecycle to ensure the smooth and timely launch of new indices, create content and provide market intelligence.
• Possess a deep understanding of the competitive landscape, understand client needs, current trends and best industry practice to design methodology and indices client will use and value.
• Assess potential partners and strategic engagements. Maintain strong relationships and serve as liaison with both internal and external stakeholders, partners and clients
• Promote any new capabilities across asset classes and new capabilities as they are developed.
• Create presentations and papers using excellent communication skills to gain support and investment in product initiatives.
• Leverage strengths as a team player to collaborate across various functions including IT, Product, Sales and Operations.

Requirements:

• Relevant university degree or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in financial markets, experience from Index/ETF businesses, asset management or quantitative research is preferable.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of relevant programming languages and tools, third party vendor products.
• Exposure on Hong Kong, China and APAC financial market, good understanding of investment strategies and portfolio construction.
• Research and/or Product Development experience.
• A self-starter with an entrepreneurial and innovative mindset and high agility.
• Strong analytical, collaboration, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in English, 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:

Permanent