Hailey Lai
About Hailey Lai
Hailey Lai is a Graduate Analyst in Global Liquidity and Cash Management at HSBC in London, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a BSc in Natural Sciences from UCL and has previous experience in various roles within HSBC and other major firms.
Work at HSBC
Hailey Lai has been employed at HSBC since 2020 as a Graduate Analyst in the Global Liquidity and Cash Management division. In this role, she has gained experience in managing liquidity and cash flow for clients. Prior to her current position, she completed a Spring Internship at HSBC Global Banking and Markets in 2018, followed by a Summer Analyst role in 2019. Both internships provided her with foundational knowledge in banking operations and client management.
Education and Expertise
Hailey Lai earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Sciences from University College London (UCL), where she studied from 2017 to 2020. In addition to her degree, she is pursuing the AwardICM and CertICM certifications to enhance her expertise in banking. Her educational background has equipped her with analytical skills and a scientific approach to problem-solving.
Background
Hailey Lai grew up in a multi-cultural household, having lived in several cities including Toronto, Singapore, Hong Kong, and Shanghai before settling in London. This diverse upbringing has contributed to her understanding of different cultures and perspectives, which she applies in her professional environment.
Previous Experience
Before her current role at HSBC, Hailey Lai gained experience through various internships and positions. She worked at EY as part of the Discover EY: Digital Disruption program and completed Audit and Assurance Work Shadowing at PwC UK, both in 2018. Additionally, she served as the UCL Higher Education Volleyball Officer at Volleyball England Foundation from 2018 to 2019, where she contributed to promoting the sport within higher education.
Advocacy and Interests
Hailey Lai is passionate about promoting diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. She actively drives initiatives aimed at fostering a more inclusive environment and advocates for mental health awareness. Her commitment to these causes reflects her dedication to creating positive change within her professional community.