Senior Associate

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 HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world with operations in 62 countries and territories We aim to be where the growth is enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper and ultimately helping people to fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Senior Associate Principal responsibilities Good understanding of the policy and procedures underpinning the management of Information control risk and Business Communication Risk in MSS Understanding the Non-Financial Risk framework of HSBC Understanding of the Industry Regulations in place for Business Communications for sales and traders Provide SME knowledge and advice and at times lead work to ensure that key NFR risks are managed effectively by MSS and that a consistent approach to risk management is taken across MSS whether managed at a Country Regional or Global level This includes working with all key stakeholders across 1st and 2nd line and facilitating a consistent agreed outcome Assist Front Office Business Managers Non Financial Officers in the maintenance and control of items into Helios the Group s Operational Risk management tool including Risk Assessments Issue and Actions Incident losses Internal Control Monitoring Plans Assist in developing and implementing best practice and Global Standards across Markets Work closely with the system owners Operational Risk and Audit teams to highlight any functionality or performance issues Other specific projects or tasks related to these topics as directed by management The role holder will need to be able to work as part of a cross functional team including individuals from the business 2nd line risk stewards and IT professionals The role holder will have responsibility for delivering controls on time that are fit for purpose and remediated in an agreed timescale Strong project management skills and an ability to quickly assimilate large volumes of complex information and draw simple to understand conclusions to drive business change An understanding of how Risk is managed particularly the risk management framework is essential to be successful in this role Requirements Very strong communication written and verbal and negotiation skills In depth knowledge of Financial Markets with minimum of 5-6 years of experience or in at least one asset class FX Equities Fixed Income preferred Proven organizational planning interpersonal managerial analytical problem-solving decision-making and team building skills Strong project management experience i e Agile methodology etc with the ability of translating business requirements to development teams Appreciation of financial industry and key regulation on the financial markets practices Minimum bachelor s degree in related field such as business finance law or equivalent experience Master s degree preferred Demonstrated ability to work with multiple stakeholders and manage their expectations Ability to interact in a professional manner at all levels in the organization incl Markets senior management community - Global Product Heads Country Balance Sheet Heads and the MSS Chief Control Officer and associated resources Ability to turn around deliverables with short lead time and be able to work with different cultural groups to build consensus Challenges will include managing or taking an active role in various workstreams simultaneously This requires close management of competing deadlines and stakeholders Relationship building and communication skills will be constantly challenged as deliverables and outcomes will need to be tailored to the relevant stakeholders Continual improvement and development is a key part of the environment and the role holder is expected to be capable of challenging inefficiencies and recommending process improvements in order to strengthen controls our recommendations on risk reduction to the business Candidate should stay vigilant on the industry market changes to understand the risk associated with these changes and the impact it may have on the firm Candidate should be able to connect F2B and be more Outcome focused result oriented You ll achieve more at HSBC HSBC is an equal opportunity employer 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 We encourage applications from all suitably qualified persons irrespective of but not limited to their gender or genetic information sexual orientation ethnicity religion social status medical care leave requirements political affiliation people with disabilities color national origin veteran status etc We consider all applications based on merit and suitability to the role 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 HSBC Electronic Data Processing India Private LTD