VP & Head of Innovation and Asset Manager Relations

If you're looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC, and fulfil your potential - whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or an exciting new direction, we offer opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further.

We're one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with a network that covers more than 50 countries and territories.

We're currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Head of Innovation and Asset Manager Relations.

Global Manager Selection serves as our centre of excellence for fund manager selection, research, and approval, encompassing mutual funds, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), and emerging investment vehicles. With dedicated teams in London, Hong Kong, and Bangalore, the team drives innovation across a broad range of asset classes, including Equity, Fixed Income, Multi-Asset, and sustainable investments.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the development and adoption of innovative investment products, including tokenised funds, public private investment vehicles, and active ETFs, ensuring our offering remains market leading and future ready.
• Build and manage relationships with global asset managers, fostering collaboration to co create new products and enhance existing offerings for our clients.
• Collaborate with technology and product teams to integrate digital assets and tokenisation into the fund platform, ensuring robust governance and compliance.
• Provide strategic insights on emerging trends in asset management, including the evolution of public private partnerships and the rise of active ETFs, sharing knowledge with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Lead regular engagement programmes with strategic partners, the Chief Investment Office, and our senior stakeholders to align priorities and drive innovation.
• Inspire and develop a high performing team of innovation and asset manager relations professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in asset management, with a strong record of driving innovation and leading strategic partnerships.
• Deep knowledge of financial markets, investment products, and emerging trends such as tokenisation, digital assets, and active ETFs.
• Demonstrated ability to launch and manage complex investment solutions, including navigating regulatory environments and market entry.
• Strong analytical skills, with the capability to turn market intelligence into actionable strategies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and inclusive leadership skills, with experience managing diverse teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint), with experience in digital transformation, sustainable investing, or working across global teams considered advantageous.

As an HSBC employee in the UK, you'll have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package, including private healthcare for all UK based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.

EEO Statement

We are committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. We are a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long term conditions or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.