Job Description
Department: Exchange Platform
Position Overview:
Responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the cybersecurity strategy and programs to protect the MCEX exchange’s information assets, as well as compliance with regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cybersecurity Strategy:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with the MCEX’s business objectives.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and vulnerability assessments to identify and mitigate potential threats.
- Establish and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards.
- Security Operations:
- Oversee the security operations centre (SOC) to monitor and respond to security incidents.
- Coordinate incident response activities and lead investigations into security breaches.
- Compliance and Governance:
- Ensure compliance with relevant cybersecurity regulations and standards.
- Develop and maintain documentation for security policies, procedures, and incident response plans.
- Prepare and present regular reports on security posture and incident response to senior management and Regulator.
- Collaboration and Coordination:
- Work closely with IT and other departments to ensure security is integrated into all systems and processes.
- Collaborate with external partners on cybersecurity matters, including regulatory bodies, law enforcement, and industry peers.
- Participate in industry forums and stay updated on cybersecurity trends and threats.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information security, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certifications
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, regulations, and best practices.
- Experience with security technologies and incident response.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Department: Exchange Platform
Position Overview: Responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of MCEX. This role involves ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of the operational processes, compliance with regulatory requirements, and delivering a seamless experience to all Exchange participants.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Management:
- Lead and manage the operations team to ensure smooth functioning of trading, clearing, settlement, and other operational activities.
- Develop and implement operational policies and procedures to optimize efficiency and mitigate risks.
- Monitor and analyze operational performance metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines issued by regulatory authorities.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure timely submission of required reports and documentation.
- Stay updated with changes in regulatory requirements and implement necessary adjustments in operations.
- Risk Management:
- Identify and assess operational risks and implement measures to mitigate them.
- Develop and maintain business continuity plans to ensure uninterrupted operations in case of emergencies.
- Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
- Team Leadership:
- Provide leadership, coaching, and development opportunities to the operations team.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Set performance goals and conduct regular performance reviews.
Qualifications:
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance in the financial markets.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
Responsible for analyzing trading, settlement and clearing processes, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions for new product launches. This role will work closely with various stakeholders, including R&D, finance, and trading departments, to ensure that the exchange operates smoothly and meets regulatory requirements.
Location: Macau
Key Responsibilities:
- Requirements Gathering and Analyzing: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analysis and document business requirements for new products or enhancements to existing systems.
- Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in current processes and propose solutions to streamline operations.
- Project Management: Assist in the planning, executing, and monitoring of projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
- Stakeholder Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with all stakeholders, including senior management, to align project goals and deliverables.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all business processes comply with relevant regulations and standards.
- Documentation: Create detailed documentation, including business requirements, process flows, and user manuals.
- Testing and Validation: Participate in testing new systems or enhancements to ensure they meet business requirements and function correctly.
Skills, Qualifications and Experiences:
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Mandarin, as well as the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
- Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with data analysis tools and scripting languages like SQL, QBI
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify problems and develop practical solutions.
- Project Management: Experience in managing projects and working within tight deadlines.
- Educational Background: A degree in Information Technology or a related field is typically required.
- Relevant experience: 6 years of experience or above in the finance industry will be considered a plus.
Issuer and Participant Services at MCEX manages the asset / product listing and participant onboarding processes of MCEX. The team is responsible for servicing both prospective and existing issuers / participants, processing applications for new asset / product listings, and supporting the management team in market development, policy development, and other strategic initiatives of MCEX.
Location: Macao or Hong Kong (with frequent travel to Macao)
Responsibilities:
The candidate will work as part of a small team that are involved in all aspects of servicing prospective and existing issuers and participants. Responsibilities include:
Issuer Services
- Processing asset / product listing applications, including review of application materials and KYC documents, liaisons with listing applicants, and tracking of approval progress
- Assisting in handling pre-listing and post-listing enquiries and addressing questions on listing related policy matters
- Compiling and maintaining overview materials on MCEX’s listing regime and internal guidelines / operating procedures on application review processes
Participant Services
- Supporting prospective participants on their onboarding process, including review of application materials and KYC documents and liaisons with applicants
- Assisting in handling enquiries from prospective and existing participants around MCEX’s participant regime and onboarding and operating processes
Market Development
- Supporting in managing communications with institutional, government, and regulatory counterparts
- Supporting in the drafting and ongoing revisions of rules and policies around asset / product listing and participant onboarding
- Assisting in strategic and market development initiatives as required
Qualifications:
- University degree holder, preferably in finance, economics, accounting, legal, or related disciplines
- 3+ years of experience in corporate finance, investment banking, accounting, law, financial regulations, or other related fields
- Demonstrated interest in innovations, finance, and fintech
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and interact effectively with both internal and external stakeholders at various levels
- Self-starter, fast learner, detail oriented with an innovative mindset
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and Mandarin Chinese; fluency in Cantonese will be a plus