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
• Assist in project planning and execution, including defining project scope, objectives and timelines, and ensuring timely and successful delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to gather business requirements, monitor project milestones, identify risks and implement effective mitigation strategies
• Support the development and implementation of system enhancements; Coordinate and perform various testing activities such as UAT
• Prepare Management Information System (MIS) reports, operating procedures and user guides, business contingency plans, etc.
• Perform ad hoc duties and assignments by supervisor to support departmental goals

Requirements

• University degree in finance, information technology or related fields
• At least 3 years of relevant 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 preferred
• Understanding of China market access, particularly in Bond Connect and Repo service, is a plus
• Solid project planning, testing and implementation experience in banking/finance industry is highly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Chinese word processing, as well as Macro and VBA programming
• Strong organizational skills, attention to details and able to work under pressure with minimal supervision
• Excellent analytical skills and proactive in problem-solving
• Strong presentation, interpersonal and communication skills
• 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 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:

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 15 November 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.