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.
CMU OmniClear Limited (CMU OmniClear) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Exchange Fund. It carries out the operation and business development activities of the Central Moneymarkets Unit (CMU) on behalf of the HKMA. As part of the critical financial infrastructure in Hong Kong, CMU is a central securities depository (CSD) for securities. CMU OmniClear’s vision is to continuously enhance CMU service coverage, expand connectivity with other markets and upgrade the CMU infrastructure to provide market participants with comprehensive and quality services.
We now invite eligible candidates to join our dynamic and inclusive company for the exciting opportunity below:
Senior Associate, Project Management
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate and enhance current business processes by creating process maps and flowcharts to visualise improvements
- Lead and manage end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget
- Collaborate with stakeholders to design and validate solutions, developing business specifications and use cases
- Assist in the design, implementation, and enhancement of financial platforms, ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Identify potential risks and challenges, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure smooth project execution
- Analyse existing workflows, recommend efficiency improvements, and implement best practices
- Ensure projects adhere to financial regulations, data security policies, and risk management frameworks
- Maintain project documentation, track progress, and provide regular updates to senior management
- Collaborate effectively with relevant stakeholders for efficient project implementation
Requirements
- University Degree, preferably in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field
- At least 3 years of relevant working experience in a well-established financial organisation
- Previous experience in technology project management, business process optimisation, or information systems within financial services
- Knowledge of cash equity settlement and custody functions in Hong Kong and Asian markets is preferred
- Ability to design, plan, and execute projects, ensuring that scope, deliverables, timelines, and budgets are met
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and key executives
- Experience in assessing and enhancing IT processes, identifying gaps, and implementing target state operating models
- Ability to mentor junior employees, contribute to business development, and proposal activities
- Understanding of financial regulations, risk management, and operational efficiencies in platform development
- Candidates with supplementary experience and qualifications will also be considered, even if they do not meet all of the specified requirements above
(Candidates with less experience may be considered for an offer of appointment at Associate level.)
Conditions of service
- Appointment will be offered by CMU OmniClear
- 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 and paid annual leave
How to apply
You may submit an application via one of the following channels:
- Online application
*Online application will be temporarily suspended from 08:00 p.m. on 7 Jun 2025 to 08:00 a.m. on 8 June 2025 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 7 June 2025. 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 CMU OmniClear within three months from the closing date for applications should consider their applications filed for future reference.
CMU OmniClear is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes application from all qualified candidates. All information provided will be handled strictly in accordance with our personal data policy, a copy of which will be provided upon request. You may contact the Recruitment Officer at the above address.
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.
Learn more about the business of CMU OmniClear: www.CMUOmniClear.com.
