Operations Management– Back Office–VP at Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong S.A.R. -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operations Management, Back Office, Settlement, Clearing, Payment Operations, Syndicate Operations, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Capital Markets, Equity, Fixed Income, Derivatives, Payment Systems, SWIFT, CCASS, Euroclear

Industry

Financial Services

Description

About Us: Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited (“Huatai International” or “the Company”), is the only overseas wholly-owned or controlled subsidiary of Huatai Securities. Huatai International is the Huatai Group’s international arm which plays as a crucial role in the group's internationalization strategy by: a) not only providing offshore capital market services (and a global business platform) but also provides onshore clients with valuable cross-border capital market services (aligned with the mainland China government’s policies and commercial intentions); b) actively making use of Huatai Securities’ leading position, distribution network and customer base in mainland China; c) integrating on a global basis across many jurisdictions and regions, a successful and fully integrated international financial platform with innovative financial services solutions. Huatai International operates as a holding company for consolidating all of the group’s cross-border businesses and companies under one umbrella, offering a truly unified and international business platform. In recognition of such international strength, the renowned international rating agency Standard and Poor’s has assigned Huatai International a “BBB+” rating (for long term) and “A-2” (for short-term). Job Description: We are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to join our management team as Deputy Head of Back Office. This critical role will oversee our comprehensive back-office operations including settlement and clearing, payment operations, and syndicate operations. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and risk management across all back-office functions. Key Responsibilities: Clearing & Settlement Oversee daily settlement and clearing operations for equity, fixed income, and derivative products Ensure timely and accurate processing of DVP (Delivery versus Payment) and FOP (Free of Payment) settlements Implement and maintain settlement risk controls and contingency procedures Syndicate Operations Coordinate syndicate operations for equity and debt capital market transactions across IPO, block and placement Coordinate with underwriters, bookrunners, and syndicate members, manage IPO subscription processing, e.g., placee list coordination, placement letter, allotment, and refund procedures Oversee bond syndicate operations including allocation, and settlement Payment Operations: Manage multi-currency payment processing across HKD, CNY, USD, and other major currencies Oversee payment reconciliation and exception handling Ensure compliance with AML/CFT regulations and sanctions screening requirements Operation Excellence & Projects Drive initiatives to improve processes, eliminate manual effort, mitigate risks while promoting efficiency Compile BRD for IT to enable process and system enhancement for BO team Establish and monitor KPIs for operation efficiency and accuracy Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration or related disciplines Minimum 7 years of operations experience in sell side brokerage business Experienced in settlements of securities, fixed Incomes, Listed and OTC derivatives and Structure Products. Experience with syndicate operations and capital market transactions Hands on experience in clearing systems such as CCASS, Clearstream and Euroclear Solid understanding of payment systems including SWIFT, RTGS and local clearing systems Able to work independently and willing to work overtime / on public holidays Perform other ad-hoc projects and assignments as required Good command of spoken and written English and Chinese (Cantonese & Mandarin) About Us Huatai International Financial Holdings Company Limited (“Huatai International” or “the Company”), is the only overseas wholly-owned or controlled subsidiary of Huatai Securities. Huatai International is the Huatai Group’s international arm which plays as a crucial role in the group's internationalization strategy by: a) not only providing offshore capital market services (and a global business platform) but also provides onshore clients with valuable cross-border capital market services (aligned with the mainland China government’s policies and commercial intentions); b) actively making use of Huatai Securities’ leading position, distribution network and customer base in mainland China; c) integrating on a global basis across many jurisdictions and regions, a successful and fully integrated international financial platform with innovative financial services solutions. Huatai International operates as a holding company for consolidating all of the group’s cross-border businesses and companies under one umbrella, offering a truly unified and international business platform. In recognition of such international strength, the renowned international rating agency Standard and Poor’s has assigned Huatai International a “BBB+” rating (for long term) and “A-2” (for short-term). Get In Touch We invite you to introduce yourself to our recruiters, and we will be sure to reach out if we come across a role that aligns with your skills and qualifications. We value the opportunity to learn more about you and your professional background. Please provide us with your information, including your resume and any relevant details, so we can keep you in consideration for future opportunities. We appreciate your interest in joining our organization, and we look forward to the possibility of connecting with you soon! Why work here? At our organization, we strive to create an environment that fosters growth, collaboration, and innovation. We value our employees' contributions and provide ample opportunities for professional development. Our team is passionate, driven, and committed to making a meaningful impact. Join us to be part of a dynamic workforce where your skills and ideas are valued and where you can grow both personally and professionally. Together, let's achieve greatness and create a rewarding journey.

Responsibilities

The Deputy Head of Back Office will oversee comprehensive back-office operations including settlement and clearing, payment operations, and syndicate operations. This role is critical in ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and risk management across all back-office functions.