Andy William Widjaja
About Andy William Widjaja
Andy William Widjaja serves as the Head of Global Markets at HSBC, a position he has held since 2011. With extensive experience in trading and financial management, he has worked in various roles within HSBC and Deutsche Bank, focusing on enhancing the bank's offshore franchise in onshore markets.
Current Role at HSBC
Andy William Widjaja serves as the Head of Global Markets at HSBC, a position he has held since 2011. His role involves overseeing the bank's global market operations and focusing on expanding the offshore franchise strength into onshore markets. His extensive experience in trading and market management contributes to the strategic direction of HSBC's global market initiatives.
Previous Positions at HSBC
Widjaja has held several key positions at HSBC prior to his current role. He was the Deputy Head of Global Markets from 2010 to 2011, and before that, he served as the Head of Rates and Derivatives Trading from 2005 to 2009. Additionally, he worked as a Senior Rates Trader from 1996 to 1999 and as a Rates and FX Options trader from 2000 to 2004, all based in London.
Experience at Deutsche Bank
Before joining HSBC, Widjaja worked at Deutsche Bank as a Senior FX Trader from 1994 to 1995 in Frankfurt, Germany. This role provided him with significant experience in foreign exchange trading, further enhancing his expertise in global market operations.
Educational Background
Widjaja studied at Macquarie University, where he focused on Economics, Financial Management, and Accounting. He completed his Bachelor's degree between 1989 and 1991. This educational foundation has equipped him with the necessary skills to excel in financial markets.
Skills and Expertise
Andy William Widjaja possesses expertise in managing balance sheets to maintain optimal bank liquidity. He is skilled in financial analysis and management, particularly using Microsoft Excel. Additionally, he has experience with the SUMMIT rates system and Murex, which are essential tools in financial trading and risk management.