HSBC Group

Department Profile:

Securities Services Operations:

• Operations is split into 3 product functions, Custody (Direct Custody and Clearing, Global Custody, Securities Lending and Treasury services), Funds Services and Global Distribution and Transfer Agency. Each product function is supported by Line Control, Business Management, Transformation and Cross Product Services.  Operation is managed globally at a product function and regionally across all products (refer to org chart for management structure).
• Overall Operations has a global footprint of approx. 5,600 employees across 41 locations, our strategy '"A Connected, Resilient, Scalable Operation Working in Partnership with our Clients to provide Innovative Solutions through Technology and Empowered People".

Securities Services:

·         HSBC’s end-to-end securities services make it easier for you to navigate today’s international markets. Working closely with you, we’ll tailor a solution unique to your business goals using our fully customizable fund administration, global custody and direct custody and clearing, and corporate trust and loan agency services. When you choose HSBC you’ll become part of one of the world’s largest and strongest securities services network is combined with specialist emerging market expertise, giving you the confidence to go where the growth is and take advantage of new opportunities anywhere in the world.

Markets & Securities Services:

• We do this by bringing together financing solutions; sales, trading and distribution across multiple asset classes; research; clearing and settlement; global and direct custody; and asset servicing.
• Our global network is combined with emerging markets leadership and specialist expertise, giving clients the confidence to go where the growth is and capture new opportunities.

Role Purpose:

• The Assistant Vice President (AVP) supports the day-to-day post-trade operations in Japan, covering both Custody and Broker Dealer as Third Paty Clearing (TPC) functions.
• Ensure accurate and timely settlement execution in compliance with local regulations, market standards, and our company’s internal control framework.
• Operates across a complex infrastructures landscape involving JASDEC, BOJ, and JSCC, JDCC.
• Acts as a key contributor within a highly experienced team, demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and a strong sense of accountability.
• Expected to take initiative beyond assigned tasks, contributing to process improvements, system enhancements, and team-wide issue resolution.
• Works closely with peers and managers, maintaining effective communication and operational continuity across a globally connected environment.
• Although the role does not carry formal people management responsibilities, it requires behaviors and mindset aligned with future leadership potential.
• Ideal for individuals who are motivated to grow into broader roles (e.g., VP or subject matter expert), while understanding that promoting is not guaranteed and must be earned through consistent contribution.
• Offers a unique opportunity to develop deep expertise in one of the most sophisticated post-trade markets globally, while making meaningful contributions to the success of the team and the company’s regional operations.
• Not suited for individual who seek narrowly defined responsibilities or prefer not to engage beyond assigned tasks.

Principal Accountabilities:

Operational Execution & Process Control

• Perform daily settlement operations for domestic equity and bond markets (JASDEC, BOJ, JDCC, JSCC), ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor transaction flows, identify breaks or risks, and escalate promptly.
• Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT), control reviews, and procedural improvements.
• Document procedures and ensure process manuals are up to date.

Stakeholder & Client Interaction

• Respond professionally to internal and external inquiries, including those from Client Services, Product, Business, Counterparties.
• Support audit and due diligence requests with accurate and timely information.;
• Help maintain strong working relationships with global operations and regional stakeholders.

Team Contribution & Culture

• Collaborate effectively with peers and managers, sharing knowledge and maintaining operational continuity.
• Demonstrate flexibility in supporting teammates and helping resolve issues outside one’s direct remit.

Leadership Potential & Personal Growth

• Show initiative in identifying and addressing inefficiencies or risks.
• Take ownership of one’s development and actively build cross-functional knowledge.
• Contribute to improvements in systems, processes, and team capability – even without formal authority.
• Understand that advancement is based on consistent contribution, not entitlement.

Operational Effectiveness & Control

• Ensure all activities comply with internal policies, Group control standards, and local regulatory requirements.
• Participate in regular control testing, internal/external audits, and self-assessment exercises.
• Proactively identify process risks, suggest mitigation actions, and escalate control weaknesses.
• Assist in maintaining and updating operational manuals and documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Contribute to the team’s control environment by modelling discipline in procedure adherence and accurate record-keeping.

• 5-10 years of experience in securities operations, preferably custody or broker dealer settlement.
• Strongly familiarity with Japanese post-trade infrastructure (JASDEC, BOJ, JDCC, JSCC, PSMS)
• Experience in control procedures, UAT, or automation initiatives preferred
• JSDA Certified Securities Operations Representative (Must)
• Business-level English and native-level Japanese (Must)
• High attention to details, professional communication skills, and team-oriented mindset
• Clear motivation to grow and take on greater responsibilities over time