What Jobs are available for Trade Operations in Hong Kong?

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented
Senior Operations Associate
with experience in post-trade operations, reconciliation automation, and cross-border project coordination within the
crypto trading
industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in Python, SQL, and Excel, as well as a deep understanding of digital assets, blockchain technology, and crypto trade lifecycle processes. This role will involve collaborating with global teams to optimize operational workflows, ensure data accuracy, and enhance reconciliation and Straight Through Processing (STP) for crypto assets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Post-Trade Operations for Digital Assets:
• Manage trade lifecycle processes for cryptocurrencies, including trade matching, settlement, and reconciliation.
• Reconcile discrepancies between internal records and external counterparties, such as custodians, liquidity providers, and blockchain networks.
• Oversee the operational workflows for crypto deposits, withdrawals, and transfers across multiple blockchains.
• Reconciliation Automation:
• Develop and maintain Python-based scripts to automate reconciliation for wallet balances, crypto trades, fiat transactions, and staking operations.
• Enhance operational efficiency by redesigning Excel workflows for crypto and fiat reconciliation.
• Cash and Crypto Asset Management:
• Manage daily crypto and fiat asset operations, ensuring accurate reporting and secure custody.
• Oversee the preparation of Daily Money Movement (DMM) reports, optimizing the workflow to reduce errors and improve turnaround time.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Liaise between global business teams, engineering, and compliance departments to translate operational needs into technical requirements for blockchain and crypto services.
• Ensure seamless integration of operational processes with new blockchain technologies and trading systems.
• Operational Risk Management:
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements related to cryptocurrency trading and post-trade operations.
• Maintain and update SOPs for crypto asset reconciliation, cash management, and security protocols.
• Training & Mentorship:
• Train and onboard junior team members on crypto-specific tools, workflows, and blockchain technologies.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Master's Degree in Business Analytics, Applied Analytics, Finance, Economics, or related fields.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in Python (e.g., Pandas, NumPy) and SQL for financial and blockchain data management.
• Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, PivotTables, VBA, and automation.
• Familiarity with blockchain explorers, wallet management tools, and crypto analytics platforms.
• Experience:
• 2+ years of experience in post-trade operations, reconciliation, or financial data analysis, preferably in a
  crypto exchange
  or trading environment.
• Hands-on experience with reconciliation automation for crypto wallets and fiat accounts.
• Understanding of blockchain technology, digital assets, and crypto custody solutions.
• Experience working with counterparties such as custodians, liquidity providers, and blockchain networks.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication abilities for cross-functional collaboration and global teamwork.
• High attention to detail and ability to handle high-pressure situations in the fast-paced crypto industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Handle pre and post processing of trade documents and applications received in Hong Kong
• Imaging documents to the Trade Operations Centre
• Process Letters of Credit advising and prepare documents for signing and endorsement
• Manage documents release and dispatch via counter service or courier
• Coordinate with clients, internal departments, and the Singapore Operations team
• Maintain organized filing of completed transactions
• Support ad hoc assignments and projects as assigned

Job Requirements

• HKDSE / HKCEE graduates or above

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in trade operations or a related field

• Proficient in spoken and written English and Chinese; Mandarin is an advantage

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities

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Job Summary:

Are you a fresh graduate eager to start your career in trade finance and make a real impact? At Air8 Finance, you will play a key role in supporting trade operations by ensuring smooth and accurate processing of transactions. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, love problem-solving, and are keen to learn about trade finance and regulatory compliance, this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and contribute meaningfully to the financial industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and manage daily trade finance transactions in compliance with regulatory and company policies
• Liaise with internal teams, SME clients, banks, and vendors to ensure timely and accurate completion of trade operations
• Examine and verify trade documents such as letters of credit, bills of lading, and invoices for accuracy and completeness
• Conduct Know Your Customer (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) checks specific to SME clients to verify identities and assess risks according to regulatory standards
• Monitor transactions involving SME suppliers for compliance and promptly address any discrepancies or issues
• Assist in managing operational risks with a focus on supporting SME trade finance activities
• Maintain accurate documentation and records for audit and reporting purposes
• Support initiatives to improve operational processes and efficiencies with an emphasis on the SME segment

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related fields
• Relevant internship experience in operations, preferably within banks, fintech, trade finance, payments, or financial services targeting SMEs
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Basic knowledge of trade finance products and SME-specific financial needs is an advantage
• Experience or familiarity with KYC/CDD procedures and regulatory compliance is beneficial
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Chinese (spoken and written)
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word)

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the team handle Import & Export Letter of Credit issuance
• Assist the team handle import bills payments under both LC, TT and Open Account (OA)
• Responsible for updating and maintaining data within various internal systems and reports
• Provide trade advice and quality trade services to the suppliers
• To provide support for daily operations
• Perform other logistic duties as requested by the supervisor

Job Requirement

• Diploma or above qualification
• Minimum 1-year relevant working experience in trade finance
• Experience in shipping will also be an advantage
• Proficient in MS Office application (MS Word, Excel & Outlook)
• Good command of English and Mandarin

Manage day to day Virtual Asset and Fiat Settlements. Support optimisation and execution of reconciliation process and ensure all regulatory requirements are met.

• Assist in daily reconciliation process of bank, settlement system and blockchain
• Perform investigation in trade details/confirmation/settlement discrepancies and related outstanding issues
• Identify open risks, escalation and resolution
• Work closely with technology and traders on identifying optimisation of the reconciliation process
• Support trade booking, matching and reconciliation
• Identify and drive process improvements to enhance operational workflow and reduce operational risk
• Contribute to system development and ad-hoc projects

Compliance

• Support various company products' fund transfer by ensuring the guidelines of Anti-Money Laundering/ Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) measures are followed thoroughly
• Ensure all processing transactions are complied with regulatory requirements in a timely manner and effectively implemented, mitigate the adverse effects of criminal economic activity and promote integrity and stability in financial markets.
• Assist in ways to reduce manual workload of all activities

Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related disciplines
• Passionate in driving and delivering changes
• High level of attention to detail and ability to identify errors and proactively seek ways to improve
• A good team player with excellent organizational skills
• Strong computer and numeric skills
• Good command of both verbal and written in English is required, Cantonese and Putonghua preferrable

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the team handle Import & Export Letter of Credit issuance
• Assist the team handle import bills payments under both LC, TT and Open Account (OA)
• Responsible for updating and maintaining data within various internal systems and reports
• Provide trade advice and quality trade services to the suppliers
• To provide support for daily operations
• Perform other logistic duties as requested by the supervisor

Job Requirements

• Diploma or above qualification
• Minimum 1-year relevant working experience in trade finance
• Experience in shipping will also be an advantage
• Proficient in MS Office application (MS Word, Excel & Outlook)
• Good command of English and Mandarin

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Lumentum is seeking a dynamic Director of Asia Trade Operations to help drive the company's Global Trade Compliance strategy throughout Asia. This position is within the Lumentum legal team and will report directly to the Chief Trade & Compliance Counsel.

This high-impact role will oversee Trade Operations throughout Asia, including China, Hong Kong, Thailand, Japan, and Malaysia, among other locations, as well as support implementation of Global Trade Compliance program enhancements in the region. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in trade laws and requirements, including export control regulations, economic sanctions, and customs laws, within the key markets outlined above, along with practical experience overseeing trade operations.

Operational Leadership

• Lead and oversee end-to-end Asia trade operations, including import/export processes, documentation, licensing, and compliance across the region.
• Partner with supply chain, logistics providers, and customs brokers to ensure timely, efficient, and compliant movement of goods.
• Supervise regional teams in resolving shipment delays, customs clearance challenges, and regulatory issues.
• Monitor trade operations performance metrics, drive reporting discipline, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

• Oversee export classifications, Harmonized System (HS) codes, and import licensing requirements across multiple jurisdictions (Hong Kong, China, Thailand, Malaysia, Japan, and others).
• Monitor, interpret, and advise on export control regulations, sanctions programs, customs requirements, and other trade laws affecting Asia operations.
• Interface with government authorities and regulators to manage licenses, approvals, audits, and inquiries.
• Identify and assess compliance risks in collaboration with sales, procurement, engineering, and supply chain stakeholders, providing practical regional guidance.

Program Development & Governance

• Support regional deployment of enhancements to Lumentum's global trade compliance program, ensuring alignment with corporate policies, international regulations, and industry best practices.
• Deliver training, cascade communications, and promote compliance awareness among employees across Asia in coordination with the Global Trade Compliance Team.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key trade partners, government authorities, and third-party service providers.

Innovation & Strategic Contribution

• Champion the adoption of automation and digital solutions to strengthen compliance, improve operational efficiency, and enhance visibility across Asia trade operations.
• Act as a senior advisor in shaping strategic trade initiatives to support business growth and protect Lumentum' s reputation in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12–15+ years of experience in trade operations, including export controls, sanctions, import compliance, international trade law, and/or trade operations. Experience in Asia strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, JD, LLM or equivalent) preferred.
• Fluency in English and Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin); additional Asian language skills such as Thai or Japanese a plus.
• Strong knowledge of export control, sanctions, and customs requirements applicable to Hong Kong and other key Asian jurisdictions.
• Proven ability to make complex compliance judgments and foster a culture of compliance across the region.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively across diverse business units and jurisdictions.
• Demonstrated leadership with the ability to motivate teams, set strategic direction, and resolve challenges creatively while ensuring compliance.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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A global quant trading firm is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Post-Trade Operations Specialist to join their rapidly expanding team. In this role, you'll be the backbone of their trading activity, ensuring trades are executed and settled smoothly from start to finish. You'll gain broad exposure to post-trade operations, including settlements, reconciliations, and reporting

Responsibilities:

• Support daily operational activities related to the trading desk
• Work closely with traders, clients, and clearing firms to quickly resolve issues
• Drive automation and process improvements to streamline workflows
• Leverage tools to improve reporting and analysis
• Collaborate with the technology team to test and implement new solutions

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, or a related field
• 2-4 years of experience in trade support or a similar role
• Knowledge of various asset classes, including equities, derivatives, ETFs, and fixed income
• Strong skills in Excel are a must; VBA, SQL, or Python is a plus
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and work under pressure
• A self-starter with excellent communication in English and problem-solving skills

Who we are

lululemon is an innovative performance apparel company for yoga, running, training, and other athletic pursuits. Setting the bar in technical fabrics and functional design, we create transformational products and experiences that support people in moving, growing, connecting, and being well. We owe our success to our innovative product, emphasis on stores, commitment to our people, and the incredible connections we make in every community we're in. As a company, we focus on creating positive change to build a healthier, thriving future. In particular, that includes creating an equitable, inclusive and growth-focused environment for our people.

About this team

The Trade Operations team plays a critical role in ensuring the compliant and timely import of shipments to lululemon's distribution centers, retail stores, and guests. Beyond preparing shipping documentation, the team manages relationships with all Customs brokers and serves as the subject matter expert in trade operations, including being the business partner for our trade operations technology initiatives. In addition to supporting and overseeing export-import operations, the team collaborates closely with our global fulfillment partners as well as within the broader organization to proactively identify and mitigate trade risks. We also work in partnership with the Global Trade Compliance team to uphold and advance lululemon's trade compliance standards across all markets.

A day in the life

• Based in Hong Kong, report to the Manager, Trade Operations, APAC.
• Verify duty and tax amounts for reimbursement to brokers.
• Build and manage relationships with customs brokers and service providers to ensure performance against KPIs; Make sure brokers submit correct entry reports on time; Create and maintain brokers SOPs.
• Handle exception cases from brokers.
• Facilitate and monitor other government agencies permit applications by brokers.
• Follow up and solve missing declaration cases by brokers (Hong Kong).
• Monitor import compliance and spending; formalize and execute broker entry audit plan and recordkeeping regime.
• Prepare and publish regular reports. Track KPIs and maintain a trade statistics dashboard for the region.
• Monitor the provisions of Free Trade Agreement Certificate of Origin by production vendors.
• Maintain trade operations policies, procedures, SOPs, best practices across the APAC region.
• Identify opportunities to streamline current trade operations processes such as invoicing, duty payments, audits, reporting and strategic evaluations.
• Address and escalate customs/trade-related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders. Partner and meet with cross-functional teams (such as distribution, logistics, production, retail operations, etc.) and provide guidance and training as necessary.
• Provide dox and data upon request by cross-functional teams.
• Work closely with regional and global trade compliance teams on compliance risks, global initiatives and broader supply chain strategy.
• Ongoing Maintenance of trade management platforms across APAC markets.
• Support ad hoc tasks and projects as assigned by manager.

Qualifications:

• University graduates in Business, International Supply Chain Management, Trade, or a related discipline preferred.
• 2-5+ years of trade and / or operation experience, preferably within the apparel and textiles industry.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Able to operate under tight time constraints with a strong sense of urgency.
• Extremely organized, thorough, and detail orientated.
• Balanced approach to theory and practice, with critical mindset and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, with a strong command of English.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications (Power BI, Power Query, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Open-minded, proactive, and committed to continuous learning and professional development

Must haves:

• Acknowledges the presence of choice in every moment and takes personal responsibility for their life.
• Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovates to achieve great results.
• Communicates with honesty and kindness, and creates the space for others to do the same.
• Leads with courage, knowing the possibility of greatness is bigger than the fear of failure.
• Fosters connection by putting people first and building trusting relationships.
• Integrates fun and joy as a way of being and working, aka doesn't take themselves too seriously.

Beyond the Paycheck (Benefits & Perks)

At lululemon, we care for and invest in the whole person - body, mind, spirit. Our total rewards program is designed to support you in achieving your goals and focus on the things you love. In addition to competitive base pay and a team-based bonus program, we also offer paid time off, generous employee discounts, fitness/yoga classes, parenthood top up program and personal and professional development programs.

Note: availability of these benefits and perks may be subject to your location & employment type and may have certain eligibility requirements. The Company reserves the right to alter these benefits and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice.

Learn more about what it's like working for lululemon in our Asia-Pacific markets:

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