Vice President, Corporate Non-Standard Document Operations

Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme (“MRC”) for Hong Kong

The Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme is a framework to facilitate Authorized Institutions (“AIs”) to bilaterally obtain reference information during their recruitment process for certain positions, such that misconduct information in an individual’s previous employments can be provided to AIs to inform their employment decisions.

For information related to MRC Scheme, “Frequently Asked Questions for In Scope Individuals” is published by HKAB/Industry Guidelines (https://www.hkab.org.hk/en/home) or further information will be available upon request, if it is applicable to the position(s) applied.

Country of Location:

China Hong Kong

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee overall corporate documentation functions to corporate customers for handling of Non-Standard Documentation

• Deliver the best functional alignment, process priorities, key knowledge on banking controls, market and product knowledge, keep abreast with industry developments and alignment to business strategies and priorities

• Establish and ensure adherence to departmental guidelines and compliance of the Bank's policy

• Provide key operational risk capabilities in terms of identification of control and process gaps and mitigation, incidents management and resolution, define Key Performance Indicators to track performance and monitor Key Risks Indicators

• Report all process deviations to supervisor with recommendations to the process gaps, incidents and enhancements with a strong emphasis on controls, efficiency, capacity planning, best practice, process alignment and regulatory targets

• Lead projects on development of new products, automation / enhancement of related systems and enhance customer experience

• Perform and monitor regular tracking on deliverable quality and produce monthly report for senior management review

• Conduct performance appraisal and promotion recommendations, and handle other staff issues

• Provide coaching and training to subordinates

• Handle ad-hoc matters and tasks assigned by supervisor from time to time

• Act as an independent oversight layer that systematically verifies the integrity and compliance of front-line deliveries

• Identify and flag operational errors, process breaches, and control weaknesses to ensure they are addressed before risks materialize

• Timely escalate any identified risks or potential risk indicators to ensure prompt management attention and intervention, according to the departmental escalation framework

Requirements:

Requirements

• Degree holder in Business Administration or related disciplines is preferred
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in loan operations with 5 years at managerial level is preferred
• Sound knowledge on Companies Ordinance and legal requirements on perfection of loan documents
• Sound knowledge on bilateral, structured finance products and syndication documentation
• Proficient in MS Office
• Prudent and attentive to details
• Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese