Investment Specialist - Investments - Graduate

About the business area

Asset Management invests on behalf of HSBC’s worldwide customer base of retail and private clients, intermediaries, corporates and institutions. It connects our clients with investment opportunities around the world through an international network of offices.

Who you are

You’re curious, analytical, and ready to make an impact in the world of investments. You thrive on turning data into insight, collaborating with experienced professionals, and applying what you learn to real-world challenges.

You could be a great fit if you:

• Think analytically – You can break down complex data and problems, spotting the details that make a difference.
• Collaborate well – You enjoy working with senior colleagues, learning from their expertise while sharing your ideas.
• Learn quickly – You pick up new tools, processes, and concepts fast, and look for ways to put them into practice.
• Stay driven – You set goals for yourself, push to achieve them, and keep the bigger picture in mind.
• Resilient – You stay positive and solution-focused under pressure, especially when things don’t go as planned.

What you’ll do

Over the programme, you’ll build a deep understanding of asset management and investments while gaining practical, hands-on experience:

• Apply your analytical mindset to investment research, portfolio construction, and management.
• Produce high-quality research papers and presentations that inform decision-making.
• Work with coding tools such as Python to enhance analysis and efficiency.
• Conduct independent research and present your findings clearly and persuasively.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of asset classes and HSBC products.
• Support operating model reviews and learn how to manage stakeholders effectively.
• Build the confidence to work with colleagues at every level.

What you’ll learn

This programme combines structured training, professional qualifications, and rotational experience to give you a rounded skillset:

• Pre-induction: You’ll complete the Investment Management Certificate (IMC).
• Professional qualifications: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) be studied during the programme.
• Rotations: While anchored to a home desk, you’ll have opportunities to rotate into other teams to broaden your knowledge.
• Ongoing, on-the-job training and mentoring from experienced professionals and exposure to live client projects from day one.

This is a fast-paced programme where attention to detail, adaptability, and a desire to learn are key to success.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, you must:

• Be available to work full time from July 2027 onwards 
• Have obtained, or expect to achieve, a minimum GPA of 4.0/5.0 or 3.2/4.0 (or overseas equivalent, as shown on your official university transcript/degree certificate)
• Be fluent in English, knowledge of Mandarin/Cantonese would be an advantage
• Have already graduated or will have completed studies before the programme start date 
• We will consider candidates that require visa sponsorship for this role

We only accept one application per recruitment cycle so please take time to explore our opportunities before applying as we may not be able to transfer your application to other vacancies.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and we may close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of applications. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered.