Specialist 2/ Vice President – Securities Finance Market Operations

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Specialist 2/ Vice President to join our Markets – Securities Finance Operations team. This role is located in Hong Kong.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: 

• Support the daily processing and monitoring of securities lending transactions, including loan settlements and collateral management.
• Manage the recall process of securities loans from borrowers, ensuring timely communication and follow-up to meet APAC market timelines.
• Monitor and manage fails (when securities are not delivered on time), coordinating with internal teams, Trading desk and external counterparties to resolve issues efficiently.
• Support the execution and management of buy-in processes in markets where securities fail to settle, minimizing financial and operational risks.
• Act as the liaison between trading desks, clients, and counterparties to address trade-related queries.
• Process, monitor, and analyze transactions, resolve non-complex inquiries promptly.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders/clients to gather, disseminate, and clarify transaction information.
• Perform reconciliations to third parties (cash, assets, trade matching, market value); analyze breaks, assign ownership, and drive resolution of reconciliation breaks and failing trades.
• Respond to client queries and resolve straightforward inquiries with clear, timely communication.
• Identify and escalate complex transactions and issues to senior team members.
• Collaborate with a defined set of stakeholders to provide recommendations on basic inquiries.
• Contribute to the achievement of team objectives and overall operational excellence.
  
   

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: 

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, or related field.
• 4+ years’ experience in Securities Finance, Middle Office, Operations, or related financial services roles.
• Basic understanding of securities lending concepts, including loans, recalls, collateral, and settlement processes.
• Familiarity with APAC market practices and settlement timelines is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Get trained and handle all daily business operations with a sense of commitment and ownership.
• Experience / Acumen towards Operations and Technology initiatives.

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

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• America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
• World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
• “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.