Vice President New Index Development - Index

**Company Introduction:** _We’re home to Asia's most dynamic and vibrant capital markets. Connecting capital, ideas, inspiration and innovation for deeper, more diverse and liquid global capital markets; providing greater choice and opportunity for our customers, each and every day._ _HKEX is a purpose-driven company. Our commitment to the long-term development of our business and our markets is articulated in our purpose: "To Connect, Promote and Progress our Markets and the Communities they support for the prosperity of all."_ **Job Summary:** This is an exciting opportunity to join the Data Business department and play a significant role in shaping the index product, a growth business within the group. This newly form team will be responsible for delivering differentiating index products that align with the strategy of the business and the exchange as a whole. We are looking for a high caliber and motivated individual to join our team with responsibility spanning across strategy execution and project implementation. **Job Duties:** To be successful in this role you will leverage your domain expertise and passion for the industry to: Responsibilities: * Lead quantitative research and development of new indices for benchmarks and investible products, across multi-asset classes including equities, equity derivatives, FIC, and virtual assets. * Back test and evaluate new models and ideas, conduct deep-dive performance/ market/sector/scenario analysis, present findings to senior management and clients. * Drive automation of workflows and data integration to enhance research capabilities. Oversee index build efforts, coordinating across multiple teams and vendors. * Lead activities and required tasks across new product lifecycle to ensure the smooth and timely launch of new indices, create content and provide market intelligence. * Possess a deep understanding of the competitive landscape, understand client needs, current trends and best industry practice to design methodology and indices client will use and value. * Assess potential partners and strategic engagements. Maintain strong relationships and serve as liaison with both internal and external stakeholders, partners and clients * Promote any new capabilities across asset classes and new capabilities as they are developed. * Create presentations and papers using excellent communication skills to gain support and investment in product initiatives. * Leverage strengths as a team player to collaborate across various functions including IT, Product, Sales and Operations. Requirements: * Relevant university degree or equivalent. * 10+ years of experience in financial markets, experience from Index/ETF businesses, asset management or quantitative research is preferable. * Demonstrate deep understanding of relevant programming languages and tools, third party vendor products. * Exposure on Hong Kong, China and APAC financial market, good understanding of investment strategies and portfolio construction. * Research and/or Product Development experience. * A self-starter with an entrepreneurial and innovative mindset and high agility. * Strong analytical, collaboration, interpersonal and presentation skills. * Proficiency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. _HKEX is committed as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is one of our core values and we look to support, respect diverse perspectives, abilities, culture and experiences within our workplace._ **Location:** HKEX - Exchange Square **Shift:** Standard - 40 Hours (Hong Kong SAR) **Scheduled Weekly Hours:** 40 **Worker Type:** Permanent