Vice President, New Index Development - Index

Responsibilities

• Lead quantitative research and development of new indices for benchmarks and investible products, across multi-asset classes including equities, equity derivatives, FIC, and virtual assets.
• Back test and evaluate new models and ideas, conduct deep-dive performance/ market/sector/scenario analysis, present findings to senior management and clients.
• Drive automation of workflows and data integration to enhance research capabilities. Oversee index build efforts, coordinating across multiple teams and vendors.
• Lead activities and required tasks across new product lifecycle to ensure the smooth and timely launch of new indices, create content and provide market intelligence.
• Possess a deep understanding of the competitive landscape, understand client needs, current trends and best industry practice to design methodology and indices client will use and value.
• Assess potential partners and strategic engagements. Maintain strong relationships and serve as liaison with both internal and external stakeholders, partners and clients
• Promote any new capabilities across asset classes and new capabilities as they are developed.
• Create presentations and papers using excellent communication skills to gain support and investment in product initiatives.
• Leverage strengths as a team player to collaborate across various functions including IT, Product, Sales and Operations.

Requirements

• Relevant university degree or equivalent.
• 10+ years of experience in financial markets, experience from Index/ETF businesses, asset management or quantitative research is preferable.
• Demonstrate deep understanding of relevant programming languages and tools, third party vendor products.
• Exposure on Hong Kong, China and APAC financial market, good understanding of investment strategies and portfolio construction.
• Research and/or Product Development experience.
• A self-starter with an entrepreneurial and innovative mindset and high agility.
• Strong analytical, collaboration, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
• HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace.
• Location:
• HKEX - Exchange Square
• Shift:
• Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR)
• Scheduled Weekly Hours:
• 40
• Worker Type:
• Permanent

Benefits

Additional Information

Company Introduction: We're home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets. Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day. HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all." Job Summary: This is an exciting opportunity to join the Data Business department and play a significant role in shaping the index product, a growth business within the group. This newly form team will be responsible for delivering differentiating index products that align with the strategy of the business and the exchange as a whole. We are looking for a high caliber and motivated individual to join our team with responsibility spanning across strategy execution and project implementation. Job Duties: To be successful in this role you will leverage your domain expertise and passion for the industry to:

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