The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is charged with the responsibility for maintaining the stability and integrity of the monetary and financial systems of Hong Kong. There is now an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates to apply for the following position:
Manager (Financial Stability Surveillance) – Quantitative Research
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct surveillance of financial stability risks facing the banking system and financial markets, with particular focus on OTC derivatives, non-bank financial institutions and cross-market vulnerabilities
- Conduct quantitative analysis using HKTR, GDR and other granular and market datasets to identify leverage, concentration, interconnectedness, liquidity and counterparty risks
- Analyse OTC derivatives positions and market developments across major asset classes, and highlight developments and potential vulnerabilities warranting senior management attention.
- Apply R, Python and related analytical tools to support surveillance, thematic studies and policy-relevant investigations
- Integrate structured and unstructured data, market intelligence and external information in producing presentations, reports and briefing materials
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including banks, market participants, local and overseas regulators and international organisations, on data requirements, market developments and financial stability issues
Requirements
- University or postgraduate degree in economics, finance, statistics, mathematics, data science or related fields
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in financial markets, banking, investment, risk management, quantitative research, prudential or regulatory analysis, or related areas
- Solid product knowledge of OTC derivatives, particularly options, swaps and forwards, and good understanding of leverage, collateral, margin and counterparty exposures
- Strong quantitative and programming skills, with proficiency in R and Python. Knowledge of Bloomberg Terminal and Tableau would be an advantage
- Experience in analysing granular, trade repository, regulatory or transaction-level data, or comparable large-scale financial datasets, would be an advantage
- CFA, FRM or equivalent professional qualification would be an advantage
- Self-motivated team player with strong analytical, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese
Conditions of service
- Appointment will be made on fixed contract terms
- A competitive remuneration package will be offered. There is flexibility to take account of additional experience and qualifications
- Fringe benefits include medical and dental benefits, paid annual leave and contract-end gratuity
How to apply
You may submit an application via one of the following channels:
- Online application
*Online application will be temporarily suspended from 29 April 2026 18:00 to 30 April 2026 00:00 due to system maintenance
- By Mail
Send in the hard copy application form (available either at the HKMA’s reception counter or website https://www.hkma.gov.hk) to:
Recruitment Officer
Hong Kong Monetary Authority
55/F., Two International Finance Centre
8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong
Copies of transcripts together with a full résumé including details of past experience should be attached to the application. Please mark your correspondence address and the position applied for on the envelope.
Completed application should reach the HKMA, via the designated submission channel, by 9 May 2026. Applicants may wish to submit their applications in advance of the deadline to allow for any unexpected delays, e.g. with internet traffic, including file size restrictions and system maintenance downtime. Those not contacted by the HKMA within three months from the closing date for applications should consider their applications filed for future reference.
Personal data provided by applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided upon request. You may contact the Recruitment Officer at the above address.
The HKMA is an equal opportunities employer. More information on the HKMA can be found at the website https://www.hkma.gov.hk.
The Online Application System is scheduled to perform regular system maintenance from Hong Kong time 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. every Wednesday. During this time, online application will not be available.
