Assistant Data Manager

Hang Seng Indexes Company Limited

Hang Seng Indexes Company Limited (HSIL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hang Seng Bank, is the leading index provider for the Hong Kong and mainland China markets. We calculate the internationally recognised Hang Seng Index (HSI), Hang Seng China Enterprises Index (HSCEI) and Hang Seng TECH Index (HSTECH) and continue to broaden our index range to meet a wide spectrum of investor demand for different index investment solutions. At present, we compile over 2000 real-time and daily indexes covering both Hong Kong and mainland China.

Our company comprises a team of professionals who strives for delivering quality, efficient and world-class index compilation services to customers and financial institutions around the world. We offer a wide range of work and learning opportunities through our businesses and job scopes, covering Product, Business Development, Research, Analytics, Systems, Operations, Risk Control and Finance.

We are currently seeking a high caliber professional to join our team as Assistant Data Manager

Principal responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing HSIL’s data strategy, covering Hong Kong and China equity data used for index business
• Work with Research functions, supporting index idea generation
• Responsible for index data preparation, including corporate actions, free-float adjustments, industry classifications, financial ratios, etc
• Provide data support for regular index review and ad-hoc requests
• Design and prepare regular reports to support HSIL’s clients and meet business needs
• Act as a subject matter expert for HSIL’s data platform; participate in user acceptance test for data-related projects
• Execute proper data management procedures and perform the day-to-day functions to maintain the integrity of HSIL’s data platform

Requirements

• University degree in Finance, Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven working experience, preferably with financial database experience
• Knowledge of equity market operations, including company corporate actions and financial reporting
• Proficiency in Python and SQL is essential
• Experience in machine learning, NLP is a plus
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and communication skills; detailed-oriented
• Proficiency in both English and Chinese
• Great sense of ownership and servicing mindset to ensure efficient and effective customer service processes
• Professional qualifications such as Enhanced Competency Framework (ECF) and/or Certified Banker (CB) under Hong Kong Institute of Bankers (HKIB) would be an advantage