Cash Equity Settlement Officer

Responsibilities Monitor and process daily HK cash equity trade settlement via CCASS. Work closely with middle office, brokers, and local custodians to resolve settlement discrepancies prior to market cut-off time. Manage and monitor the ETF creation and redemption process under the Participation Dealer Agent capacity. Perform daily cash and securities reconciliations across multiple systems; investigate and resolve breaks promptly. Ensure payment processing complies with regulatory requirements and internal control policies. Prepare cash projections and arrange Treasury funding for correspondent cash accounts. Ensure adherence to internal controls, regulatory requirements, and market best practices. Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and participate in automation or efficiency projects. Support implementation of assigned projects, including new products, services, and platform upgrades. Profile required Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related discipline. Some experience in custody or securities settlement for the Hong Kong market is an advantage. Strong understanding of Hong Kong market settlement mechanism, and related infrastructure. In‑depth knowledge of ETF creation and redemption processes strongly preferred. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Proactive in identifying and escalating issues with strong problem‑solving skills. Proficiency in English and Cantonese. Good command of MS Excel and CCASS; familiarity with SWIFT and settlement platforms is a plus. Behavioral Skills Team Spirit - Open mindset: I listen and share my views and my expertise in an open mode Client - Understanding and Respect: I listen to clients and colleagues in order to understand and anticipate their needs Innovation - Thinking out of the box/Creativity: I propose new ideas and solutions Innovation - Simplification: I make things & ideas simple Responsibility - Risk awareness: I am constantly on the lookout for risks Commitment - Inspiration: I support the vision and the strategy Why join us Business insight Our Culture At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. Please visit our APAC career website: https://www.societegenerale.asia/en/careers/building-your-career-with/ for more information. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) Our mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients. Our vision: Engaged workforce that is demographically diverse in a way that reflects the communities in which we operate Inclusive culture and workplace that recognizes employees' unique needs and utilizes their diverse talents Engage our community and marketplace, and position the organization to meet the needs of all its clients Check out our DE&I initiatives: https://www.societegenerale.asia/en/careers/diversity-equity-inclusion-dei/ Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations of assistance during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our HR staff know. #J-18808-Ljbffr