(Senior) Trade Support Manager (FXMM & Debt Securities) - Clearing & Settlement Operations

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the efficient operational oversight and execution of middle and back-office functions for FXMM and Debt Securities
• Support Treasury products essential for liquidity and funding management
• Manage trade lifecycles within systems including Calypso and Murex, oversee regulatory reporting via HKTR, and lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system enhancements. 
• Ensure accurate and timely execution, settlement, and reconciliation of FXMM (FX, Money Market) and Debt Securities (Bonds, Repos, Bond Connect).
• Oversee accounting postings via FMS and FMH to ensure financial integrity.
• Authorize SWIFT payment instructions and monitor cash flow to support the bank’s liquidity and funding management.
• Act as the key operational partner for Treasury traders, funding desks, and liquidity management teams.
• Coordinate with external counterparties and clearing houses for Bond Connect and Repo settlements.
• Provide expert technical support and reporting to Senior Management regarding portfolio status and settlement risks.
• Oversee and manage the daily operations of the section, ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and efficiently
• Ensure all work procedures documentation is accurate, complete, and up-to-date.
•  Timely follow up and report on all exceptional issues encountered with counterparties.
• Manage daily operations using Calypso, Murex, and TCL systems.
• Oversee regulatory reporting requirements, specifically for HKTR.
• Manage and lead the operations team; for Senior Manager grade, provide strategic direction and mentorship to junior managers.
• Allocate resources to ensure UAT projects and daily BAU (Business AsUsual) tasks are balanced.
• Conduct performance reviews and foster a culture of professional development.
• Ensure all activities comply with HKMA and other relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Adhere to internal risk control frameworks to identify and mitigate operational risks in the trade lifecycle.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of any breaches or operational incidents.

Requirements

• Degree Holder, preferably major in Economics, Finance or equivalent professional qualifications is an advantage;
• Minimum of 5-8 years of progressive experience in financial services operations, with a mandatory focus on leading and managing Trade Support or Middle Office functions within a major financial institution.
• Deep understanding of the trade life cycle for FXMM (FX Spot/Forward, Swaps, Deposits) and Debt Securities (Government/Corporate Bonds, Repos, and Bond Connect).
• Hands-on experience with Calypso, Murex, and TCL is mandatory. Familiarity with HKTR reporting, SWIFT messaging, and accounting systems (FMS/FMH) is highly preferred.
• Proven track record in managing UAT and system migration projects within a Treasury environment. Strong understanding of liquidity and funding management support.
• Good command of both spoken and written English and Chinese (Cantonese + Mandarin)
• Candidates with more expereince may be considered as Senior Trade Support Manager