Senior Associate (China Desk)（英文版本）

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 market infrastructure in Hong Kong, CMU is a central securities depository (CSD), providing secure and efficient clearing, settlement and custodian services 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 (China Desk)

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and handle daily operations of the Central Moneymarkets Unit (CMU), including the lodgement and settlement of debt securities, Bond Connect and fund order routing processes
• Support the development and implementation of system enhancements, and assist various testing activities
• Prepare Management Information System (MIS) reports, operating procedures and guidelines, business contingency plans, etc.
• Provide assistance to stakeholders and users to ensure effective utilization of the platform, addressing feedback, and updating user manuals
• Perform ad hoc duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• University degree
• At least 3 years of work experience in international or domestic securities settlement / back office operations
• Familiarity with the settlement flows of central securities depositories (e.g., CMU, Euroclear, Clearstream) is a plus
• Knowledge of local and overseas debt securities settlement systems, SWIFT Alliance and related workflows is advantageous
• Understanding of China market access, particularly in Bond Connect and Repo service, is a plus
• Solid project testing and implementation experience in banking/finance industry preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Chinese word processing, as well as Macro and VBA programming
• Organized, detail-oriented and able to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Strong presentation, interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent analytical skills and proactive in problem-solving
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chinese; proficiency in Putonghua is an advantage
• Willingness to work in shifts, including outside normal office hours and under adverse weather conditions as required

(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:

1. Online application
2. 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 2 August 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.