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Date live:
Nov. 06, 2025
Business Area:
Equities
Area of Expertise:
Markets
Reference Code:
JR-0000079244
Contract:
Permanent
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Explore locationPrime Risk APAC Analyst role supports the Head of Prime Risk APAC to oversee risk taking activities by and for our clients within Prime with a focus on equities. The responsibilities include in depth quantitative analytics of financial instruments across markets, products and asset classes. Successful candidate shall have strong quantitative skills and shows affinity to risk analysis in the context of client portfolios and for principal positions. The role may include client facing activity for prospective and existing Prime clients. The Prime Risk APAC team is specialized in the region however the Prime business covers clients globally and the role requires interaction with the global Prime Finance teams and control partners.
Key Responsibilities
APAC regional risk management and analytics with integration into global team
Conduct quantitative analysis of financial instruments in APAC markets to support risk decision making
Heavily involved in margin solution development with a focus on APAC markets and Asia based clients
Perform client portfolio analysis and margin scenarios to formulate suitable margin solutions
Conduct research about market mechanism and relative regulations in key APAC markets
Intracompany and intercompany engagement with clients and control partners
Essential Skills/Basic Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in Math, Financial Math, Operational Research, Stats, Comp Science or equivalent
- Solid quantitative skills and decent programming skills to handle quantitative analysis independently
- Knowledge of equity markets, financial instruments, risk analytics and pricing
- Detail oriented and ability to multi-tasking in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Desirable skills/Preferred Qualifications:
- Analytical and quantitative skills
- Programming skills in Python
- Experience with global markets, preferably equities
You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.
This role is regulated by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) or Securities and Futures Commissions (SFC).
This role is subject to the Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme (MRC Scheme). If you require more information about the MRC Scheme, you may visit https://www.hkab.org.hk/en/page/5/mandatory-reference-checking-scheme-phase-2 or consult the Recruiter who is handling your job application.
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Purpose of the role
Liquid Finance Platform covers a variety of roles and is central to the delivery of best-in-class products and services, and for the provision of strategic client and risk solutions across the full spectrum of the Prime Financing businesses.
Accountabilities
Vice President Expectations
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