Banking Talent Programme

Banking Talent Programme 

Overview:
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) and the banking industry have jointly launched the Banking Talent Programme to nurture young talents for the industry, and provide participants with an opportunity to better prepare for future careers in the banking sector. The Programme targets fresh graduates from local universities who will be offered six-month work opportunities and industry-specific training.

The Programme is supported by the Hong Kong Association of Banks (HKAB) and all local universities.  Further details of the Programme are set out below:

Job opportunities: Around 300 openings will be offered by banks, Stored Value Facilities operators, together with the HKMA.  Work opportunities will be provided in areas ranging from front-line operations to back-office functions in retail and commercial banking;

Professional training: A series of induction seminars as well as professional training courses will be organised by the HKMA, in collaboration with the Hong Kong Academy of Finance, the Hong Kong Institute of Bankers (HKIB) and reputable industry practitioners;

Programme period: The Programme will start from early September 2020 and last for a period of six months;

Financial support: The HKMA will reimburse participating firms up to 50% of the monthly salary of Programme participants, which is HK$12,000 per month, and subsidise the course fees for the relevant professional training courses attended by the graduates;

Eligibility: Students graduating with a bachelor’s degree in 2020 from local universities may apply for the Programme, and the disciplines preferred will depend on the work nature of specific jobs and the need of participating firms; and

Application: Application will open on 15 June and the results will be announced by participating firms around end of July after selection interviews.

Job Opportunities & Application Details:
https://www.hkib.org/page/193#gsc.tab=0
**Application starts from 15 Jun 2020 (please submit your application as soon as possible as it is on rolling basis)

Related press releases:
https://www.hkib.org/storage/files/106/In%20the%20news%20-%20ENG_AC_TS.pdf