General information
Reference
2026-113122
Update date
05/06/2026
Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs - Economic and Financial Analysis
Job title
Global Markets Research Trainee (One Year Contract)
Contract type
Internship/Trainee
Term (in months)
12
Expected start date
01/08/2026
Job summary
Summary
The candidate will join Credit Agricole CIB Global Markets Division, which provides a wide range of Fixed Income, Equity and Securitization products and services for corporates and financial institutions locally and globally: Global Markets Research comprised of strategists and economists dedicated to providing customized cutting-edge market analysis across G10 and Emerging Market economies for clients.
This opening is for those who will complete their degree requirements by July 2026 and are ready to start working in August 2026.
Trainee contract is one year to begin with and renewable for up to two years in total.
Please apply for this role on our Career Website and complete the form at this link . Both steps are required for your application to be considered complete.
Key Responsibilities
Based in Hong Kong, the research trainee provides research supports to Asia ex. Japan Research team, with major responsibilities relating to:
- Participation in team’s research publication (including both periodical publications and thematic topics).
- Build and maintain macro database and provide in-depth data analysis.
- Assisting team development of quantitative research models, macro forecasts and investment recommendations.
- Close interaction with Asian and global research team and sales/traders.
- Support business development projects: for example, market research, data analysis, presentation material production, spreadsheet improvements etc
In accordance with the Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme implemented by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), a successful candidate for an In-Scope Position who has held a position with an In-Scope Institution in the past 7 years will be subject to a mandatory reference check.
For more details, please refer to Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme Phase 2 | The Hong Kong Association of Banks .
Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the employer's personal data policies, a copy of which will be provided immediately upon request.
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Position location
Geographical area
Asia, Hong Kong
City
HONG KONG
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Academic qualification / Speciality
Master/Bachelor degree holders, with strong academic background in Accounting, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics or Engineering with less than 12 months' full-time experiences
Level of minimal experience
0-2 years
Experience
Prior research experience will be an advantage
Required skills
- Strong analytical skills and quantitative skills
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills with ability to provide solutions
- Strong interests in macro topics and financial markets
- Self-motivated and hardworking with a strong sense of commitment and responsibility
- Responsible, self-initiative, positive attitude, attentive to details
- Ability to multi-tasking and efficiency to cope with a fast-moving work environment
Technical skills required
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and other PC applications