Job Description

Some careers have more impact than others. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real impression, join HSBC and discover how valued you’ll be. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further. HSBC Private Bank seeks to be the leading international private bank for business owners and their families. It provides clients with wealth, business and family succession solutions in the largest and fastest growing markets around the world. At HSBC Private Bank, we put our clients at the centre of everything we do. We are currently seeking a high calibre professional to join our team as a Product Specialist/Trader. Principal Responsibilities - Role is part of Equities Product Desk and will report into the Head of Equities - Work closely with the Head of Equities to build out and grow the desk’s Dedicated Advisory & Dealing proposition that span both Equities as well as Equity-linked structured productss - Take on select equity sector coverage responsibility working closely with colleagues within the bank (regional and global counterparts as well as other stakeholders within the bank) - Help maintain the advisory infrastructure: stock coverage list, investment rationale for stocks, sector sheets, client[1]friendly presentation decks, etc. - Publish thematic ideas with stock picks over email internally and communicate sector views and stock ideas with internal stakeholders - Present in morning meetings on a regular basis, participate in RM/IC huddles to discuss equity ideas and develop traction with such teams - Participate in external client meetings, undertake client portfolio reviews from an equity perspective - Participate in client events such as Webinars, Podcasts, Product Day events, etc., as needed - Work in developing an advisory proposition for shortlisted clients - Help with processes relevant to the Equity desk - Product due diligence, Product risk rating, IPOs and private placements - Keep track of daily, weekly, and monthly flows - Notional traded by volume and value with split across markets - Familiarize with various dealing processes and procedures - Assist in documentation of various advisory and dealing processes as may be needed from time to time. - Ensure HSBC internal control standards are maintained, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators - Understand, follow and demonstrate compliance with all relevant internal and external rules, regulations and procedures that apply to the conduct of the business in which the jobholder is involved, specifically Internal Controls and any Compliance policy including, inter alia, the Group Compliance policy - Candidate must have a sound understanding of Equities, Equity-linked structured products, and trade execution. Prior experience in Private Banks as a sales-oriented Equity/SP Product Specialist or Investment Counsellor focused on Equities and Structured Products is well suited for this role - Knowledge and understanding of the key equity markets, especially US, HK, China, Singapore and Europe and good broad-based understanding of key equity sectors is essential - Strong presentation skills and ability to present in an articulate manner in large group, small group and 1x1 settings - Educational qualifications: University Graduate or other relevant professional qualifications - Client Advisor Competency Standards and FMRP certifications will be an added advantage - Language: Proficient in English. Ability to converse proficiently in Mandarin is an added advantage To be considered for this role, the relevant rights to work in Singapore is required. The chosen candidate for this role will be required to undergo enhanced vetting. Subject to local laws, this will require the individual to satisfactorily pass a series of additional checks as part of the recruitment process and on an ongoing basis, if appointed to the role. HSBC Group reserves its position with regards to any steps which it may take in relation to any material adverse findings which arise either when the checks are originally completed, and/or if relevant, on an ongoing basis. You’ll achieve more when you join HSBC. www.hsbc.com/careers HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website. Issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited.