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If you’re looking to take an exciting new direction with your HSBC career, an internal move can open the door to many opportunities, allowing you to take on a new challenge, and develop your skills. Bring your knowledge of our brand to a new role and grow yourself further.

Finance is integral to HSBC’s purpose and strategy, playing a valued role in managing costs and deploying capital in the most effective way. Our global team of finance professionals partner with the business to provide trusted insights and forward looking analysis, accuracy, efficiency, and control to frame and influence business decisions.

A move across the business allows you to continue to access tailored professional development opportunities, and our fantastic benefits packages.

We are currently seeking an experienced individual to join this team in the role of CFO Alternatives.

This role is a strategic leadership position responsible for financial strategy, management, and oversight of HSBC's Global Alternative Investment platform within HSBC Asset Management, overseeing c.$70bn in alternative assets across multiple locations, including Private Markets, Private Credit, Hedge Funds, Real Assets, Venture Capital, and Capital Solutions. You will also be a member of the Alternative Investment Executive Committee, Product Committee, Risk Management Committee, and Global AM Finance Executive Committee. 

In this role, you will:

•    Drive financial strategy, planning, and governance across the Global Alternatives business and all investment vehicles.
•    Structure and oversee complex financial arrangements while managing capital, liquidity, and resource allocation across multiple alternative asset classes.
•    Provide effective financial insights, data, and metrics, including detailed product profitability findings to drive asset growth, optimise product mix, and enhance pricing strategies.
•    Deliver effective forecasting and budgeting that aligns with business strategy and growth objectives.
•    Navigate financial due diligence for new investment opportunities and M&A activities, including assessment, structuring, and integration.
•    Direct profitability data and strategic pricing objectives across product lines while overseeing fund-level and management company financial operations.
•    Partner with Investment teams, Alternatives Operations, and Business Management teams to optimize fund structures and enhance operational efficiency.
•    Drive engagement with external auditors, regulators, and key stakeholders across various entities, jurisdictions, and business lines.
•    Direct and develop an Alternative Investment Finance team while ensuring robust financial controls and regulatory compliance framework.
•    Drive automation and digital transformation of finance processes and systems.

To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements:

•    Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA, CPA or equivalent).
•    Demonstrable finance experience along with experience within alternative investments.
•    Understanding of multiple alternative asset classes (preferred asset classes include Private Markets, Private Credit, Hedge Funds, Real Assets, Venture Capital, and Capital Solutions).
•    Previous CFO or senior finance leadership experience in asset management.
•    Experience with complex fund structures and special purpose investment vehicles. 
•    Experience of directing, engaging, and motivating a team.
•    Collaborative, engaging, credible and methodical; being able to bring the numbers and narrative to life (e.g., presenting complex issues to senior stakeholders).
•    Experience of building and maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders (all levels of seniority and geographies).

The base location for this role will be London and with a hybrid working pattern.

To support you with putting your best foot forward for our internal opportunities, you are invited to take advantage of our CV and Interview workshops, hosted by our Talent Acquisition team. To find out more and register to attend please click on this link.

Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best. 
 
If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk:

Email: hsbc.recruitment@hsbc.com
Telephone: +44 207 832 8500

You can find out more about the recruitment journey and what to expect by viewing our Recruitment Process FAQs in HR Direct and by clicking here (only available via internal access).