Trainee, Market Activity Monitoring (One Year Contract)

The Trainee role will join our Market Risk team as a Data Analyst and play a pivotal role in modernizing how we monitor and manage market risk across Asia. This is a project-driven position where you will work on high-impact initiatives—from application revamps and automation tools to AI-powered solutions that enhance team efficiency. You will gain exposure to global markets (Asian rates and FX), collaborate with traders, risk managers, and technology teams, and develop expertise in both financial markets and technical solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically talented individual who is willing to go extra mile to build a foundation in financial risk management while making tangible contributions to real business challenges. The ideal candidate should complete the graduation requirement by Oct 2026 and is available to start the position from Nov 2026 onwards. Trainee program is one year to begin with and possible for extension up to 2 years in total, subject to performance and business needs. Please apply for this role on our Career Website and complete the form at this link. Both steps are required for your application to be considered complete. Key Responsibilities Data Integrity & Monitoring: Ensure accuracy and consistency of P&L and risk data across market risk systems, identifying and resolving data quality issues Technical Automation: Develop and maintain automation solutions, user-controlled applications, and BI dashboards to streamline market risk workflows System Modernization: Contribute to projects that revamp and simplify market risk processes and infrastructure Data Analytics & Insights: Support ad hoc analysis, regulatory inquiries, and audit requirements through data preparation and analysis Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with Risk, Trading, Middle/Back Office, IT, and Finance teams to deliver solutions In accordance with the Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme implemented by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), a successful candidate for an In-Scope Position who has held a position with an In-Scope Institution in the past 7 years will be subject to a mandatory reference check. For more details, please refer to Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme Phase 2 | The Hong Kong Association of Banks. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the employer’s personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided immediately upon request. La version française est disponible sur demande à votre RH locale