James Kham
About James Kham
James Kham serves as the Chief of Staff for Global Asset Management at HSBC, leveraging over a decade of experience in administrative support within the financial services sector. He previously worked as a Compliance Analyst at Citi and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from SUNY Canton.
Current Role at HSBC
James Kham serves as the Chief of Staff for Global Asset Management at HSBC since 2016. In this role, he provides strategic support to senior executives and manages key initiatives on behalf of the CEO. His responsibilities include direct communication with Board members and clients, overseeing the Financial Vendor Management process, and serving as the primary contact for clients regarding budgeting and prioritization. Kham has played a significant role in maintaining HSBC's internal control standards and implementing audit points.
Previous Experience at Citi
Before joining HSBC, James Kham worked at Citi as a Compliance Analyst from 2013 to 2016 in the Greater New York City Area. During his three years at Citi, he gained valuable experience in compliance processes within the financial services sector. This role contributed to his overall expertise in providing administrative support to senior executives.
Education and Expertise
James Kham studied at SUNY Canton, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Business Administration and Management from 2013 to 2016. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in business principles, which he applies in his current role. Kham possesses advanced proficiency in various software applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Concur, SharePoint, and QuickBooks.
Language Proficiency
James Kham is proficient in English and Russian, and he has a basic knowledge of Turkish. This multilingual capability enhances his communication skills, allowing him to engage effectively with a diverse range of clients and stakeholders in the financial services industry.
Professional Skills and Responsibilities
With over 10 years of experience in providing administrative support to senior executives in the financial services industry, James Kham has developed a range of professional skills. He oversees processes such as SQM, Spot-check, and health-check to maintain high PQA scores. Kham's role also includes managing the Financial Vendor Management process and ensuring that the CEO's initiatives are effectively communicated and implemented.