Job description

At HSBC, the health and well-being of our employees remains of utmost importance. Many of our roles are permitted to work from home (in states in which HSBC is licensed to operate) until further notice. Upon resumption of normal operations, this role may be performed at our New York, New York office.

This role sits within the US Markets and Securities Services (MSS) Surveillance Team, which is responsible for the identification and management of undesired risk activities including conduct risk and financial crime risk. They are responsible for integrating prescribed and required forms of surveillance, including trade, e-communication and audio surveillance, to identify potential misconduct of our staff and counterparties. The team consists of analysts who are Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) covering each asset class.

About Us

HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organizations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfill their hopes and realize their ambitions.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing subject matter expertise to support and drive the expansion of the Surveillance programs covering Global Foreign Exchange (GFX) and Commodities.

• Fostering a strong working relationship with key stakeholders across the three lines of defense and within the global Surveillance team.

• Identifying and investigating potential market abuse and misconduct risks and escalating those appropriately. This includes reviewing alerts generated by Surveillance processes and carrying out investigations as requested by regulators, senior management and/or businesses.

• Representing Surveillance on a variety of governance forums, clearly articulating issues, current coverage and transformation plans.

Requirements

Employment eligibility to work with HSBC in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions

• A strong understanding of the rules and regulation relevant to trading and sales activities, with expert knowledge of financial markets and GFX and Commodity products.

• Demonstrable experience (five or more years) working in a Surveillance role. Consideration will also be given to those with Compliance Advisory, Operations, Middle-Office or Front-Office experience.

• Strong analytical skills with an ability to support decisions with sound reasoning and evidence. Ability to clearly articulate business and regulatory implications of analysis and findings

As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming, diverse and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

HSBC is one of the world’s largest banking and financial services organizations. Our global businesses serve around 39 million customers worldwide through a network that covers 62 countries and territories. Our customers range from individual savers and investors to some of the world’s biggest companies, governments and international organizations. We aim to connect them to opportunities and help them to achieve their ambitions.