Head of Currencies & Interest Rates Trading

Position Summary

We are seeking a seasoned and forward-thinking leader to drive the performance and growth of our Currencies & Interest Rates Trading Department. This is a high-impact role responsible for shaping trading strategies, optimizing returns, and strengthening the Bank’s market position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Bank’s foreign exchange (FX) and interest rate (IR) exposures, executing trading activities within approved mandates while ensuring disciplined and effective risk management
• Manage and support FX options and gold-related business, including pricing, structuring, and risk control
• Provide timely and competitive pricing to overseas branches and internal stakeholders, and deliver FX and gold margin trading services to customers
• Maintain strong governance and ensure proper control of dealing systems for authorized FX and IR products
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities to enhance trading performance and support business growth initiatives
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and stakeholders to support broader treasury and client solutions

Requirements

• University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline
• Holder of relevant regulatory licenses including Type 1 (Dealing in Securities) and Type 4 (Advising on Securities), along with required ECF-TM Treasury qualifications
• Membership with the Treasury Markets Association and fulfillment of Enhanced Competency Framework on Treasury Management (ECF-TM) requirements
• Minimum 15 years of experience in financial markets or treasury, including at least 10 years in a senior supervisory or management capacity
• Proven track record in managing FX and/or interest rate trading within a commercial banking environment
• Strong product knowledge and hands-on experience in FX spot, swaps, options, and/or interest rate instruments such as IRS, CCS, and futures
• Solid understanding of broader financial markets, including commodities, fixed income, repo, and structured products
• Up-to-date knowledge of market developments and regulatory requirements
• Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese, including Cantonese and Putonghua

This position is subject to the Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme which is implemented by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA). In the event of BEA proceeding with a potential offer, you are obligated to give consent for the bank to conduct reference checks with your previous employers as part of the final assessment of your suitability for this role. For more details, please visit The Hong Kong Association of Banks (HKAB)’s website under the Industry Guidelines for FAQs regarding In-Scope Individuals in the MRC Scheme. Further information can also be provided on request.